Beeleigh Abbey gardens in Maldon are reopening for the new season.

The three acres of gardens off London Road include a young orchard, meadow, wisteria walk and water features.

Refreshments, plants and produce for sale.

Open 10.30am to 4.40pm (last entry 3.30pm) this Friday, May 9, May 23, June 6, June 20, July 4, July 25 and August 15.

Costs £5 adults and £2.50 children over five years old. Free parking.

See visitmaldon.co.uk/beeleigh-abbey or call 07779 223321.