Hackfall Woodland Garden, Ripon

Project Leader: The Hackfall Trust

Jury Citation: “England is renowned throughout Europe for its wealth of landscaped gardens and woodland walks. The spectacular example of Hackfall, with its romantic follies and breathtaking water features, had been lost for nearly a century in uncontrolled or damaging overgrowth and felling. Now Hackfall has enjoyed a renaissance due to its restoration undertaken by a combination of professional experts and enthusiastic volunteers, which has faithfully followed the imaginative vision of its 17th century founder. The Jury was captivated by the authenticity of the restoration of the ruined buildings, highlighting the garden’s poetic communion with nature.”