York Gate Arbour Restoration Appeal
Help us to restore the much-loved historic arbour
York Gate Garden need your help to rebuild the historic arbour in the Pinetum which is in desperate need of restoration.
This unique structure plays a defining part in the Arts and Crafts fabric of the garden and we urgently need your donations to help us bring it back to life and protect its heritage for future generations.
Arbour Restoration Appeal
We urgently need to renovate the arbour and continue the legacy of York Gate Garden. Your donation will help preserve this historic garden for visitors to enjoy.
Donate todayThe history of the arbour
The arbour was first built in the 1960s from wood that survived a fire at a barn on the property. Inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement using local materials and traditional craftsmanship, it encourages visitors to slow down in a sheltered spot and appreciate the peacefulness of the Pinetum garden room. The Spencer Family designed and developed the garden until York Gate was bequeathed to Perennial in 1994 and it is this legacy which remains at the heart of the garden. One of the reasons people return to York Gate is for the carefully created garden rooms, each offering a unique perspective and experience for the visitor.
Find out moreVital restoration
Sadly, the original wood and pillars have deteriorated over time leaving the structure unstable and in urgent need of replacement. Keeping to the spirit of the original garden designed by the Spencer Family, the arbour will be lovingly restored in 2025 with the expertise of a local team. We need to raise £12,000 for this project and we need your help. By donating now, you will be able to see the finished Arbour in the garden next summer and be a part of this restoration journey.
Donate today