Sole Gardener

An idyllic vacancy has arisen for an experienced and skilled Sole Gardener to take ownership of a stunning private garden near Altrincham, Greater Manchester. This position would suit an energetic and knowledgeable plants person with a creative eye and fine attention to detail.

The residence is surrounded by roughly 6-acres of formal gardens, pond, and woodland. The gardens feature formal lawns, glasshouse trained fruit trees, an organic kitchen garden which grows a variety of fresh produce for the main house such as seasonal vegetables and soft fruit. Also within the gardens are mixed herbaceous borders, annual display beds and a rose garden. There’s also knotted hedging, lots of topiary and yew hedging plus a wildflower meadow, two ponds and ancient woodland. The grounds were almost entirely reworked back in 2021 however are already well stocked and matured to create a beautiful and horticulturally diverse open space.

Occasionally the Sole Gardener will be required to help on the wider estate, woodlands or other tasks appointed by the Estate Manager, so flexibility within the role is necessary. Additional ad hoc tasks may occur and will include but are not limited to helping set up for any events or functions at the property, pathway clearance, fence maintenance and other such tasks.

**SALARY: Up to £35,000 DOE**

**LOCATION**: **Altrincham, Greater Manchester**

**JOB No: EC62218**

**Salary**: Up to £35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: EC62218