THE WAY OF ST JAMES
People’s Choice Best Show Garden
Location: RHS HAMPTON,UK
Project Type: Show Garden
Client: GALICIA TOURISM BOARD & SPANISH INSTITUTE OF TOURISM
Entitled The Way of Saint James, this garden was designed for the Galacia Tourism Board (Axencia Turismo de Galicia) and the Spanish Institute of Tourism (Turespaña). It draws inspiration from St. James, the patron saint of Spain, and the pilgrims’ journey to Santiago de Compostela where his shrine can be found. Our garden captures the essence of this spiritual journey through Galicia's ancient forests.
A natural pond, boulders, trees and woodland planting recreate the cool shade and ambiance of the route, and the Camino symbols that feature along the pilgrimage were included in our design. The Santiago cross, scallop shells and yellow arrows guide visitors around the garden to a focal point: a statue which symbolises the enduring spirit of St James.
In other areas of the garden, metal arches with scented climbers and gravel paths evoke the romantic nature of Galician gardens, and granite references the natural paving materials typically found in this area of Spain. The garden attracted admiration for the layers and combinations of plants, subtle, muted colour palette and naturalistic setting.
The garden was awarded a silver medal, and the People’s Choice Best Show Garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2024.
The Santiago cross, scallop shells and yellow arrows guide visitors around the garden to a focal point: a statue which symbolises the enduring spirit of St James.
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