Catherine Louise TurnerThe picturesque village of Micklefield is set to burst into life next month as the highly anticipated Micklefield Open Gardens weekend will take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June 2026.
The Micklefield open Gardens weekend is jointly organised as a community collaboration between St Mary’s Church and Micklefield in Bloom. The festival will transform the area into a paradise of colour, community spirit and horticulture excellence. Approximately eight secret, hidden private gardens will open their gates from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm each day, offering design inspiration and a rare look at the village’s finest plots.
Vibrant Churchyard Hub and Live Music
St Mary’s Church will serve as the central hub for the weekend’s festivities. The churchyard will host a variety of activities, plants sales, and dedicated refreshments stalls packed with home-baked treats.
The weekend features a stellar lineup of community events:
Saturday: A live musical performance by the Thinking Forward singing group will take place in the heart of the village.
Sunday: The weekend will draw to a spiritual close with a traditional Songs of Praise service.
Supporting Vital Causes
Every ticket purchased directly supports incredible regional and national charities. All proceeds from the 2026 event will benefit the Alzheimer’s Society, Martin House Children’s Hospice, and the St Mary’s Church Development Fund.
Event Details and Admission
Ticket Prices: £5.00 per adult (one ticket covers entry for two days).
Child Entry: Free entry for accompanied children aged 16 and under.
Where to Buy: Event programmes and maps can be purchased on the day directly from St Mary’s Church, or from any participating garden.
Parking: Unrestricted parking is available along the Great North Road, with excellent local rail links to Leeds, York and Selby.
For more information, to book your programmes in advance or to check out further listing details, contact the organisers on 07793 123887, email micklefieldopengardens@gmail.com, or visit the official Micklefield National Open Gardens Listing: https://www.opengardens.co.uk/open_gardens.php?id=2845
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