Picardy

One of the most charming gardens we’ve seen. It’s called the Herbarium and it is in the old part of the town of St Valery sur Somme.  It’s approached along old stone walled lanes which have flowers growing between the walls and the roadway: rightly called les Rues Fleuries.  The walled garden was once managed by the nuns from the local convent and has been beautifully restored.

And below, the view from the front steps as you take your morning sup of tea outside…