ONE of the region’s leading gardeners is to pass on some of his secrets.

Chris Baker, the head gardener at Kiplin Hall at Scorton, near Richmond, is to hold a workshop of how to plan a herbaceous border.

Mr Baker is currently transforming the gardens at the stately home, where the workshop will be held on September 15 from 10am to 3pm.

Places are limited to 25 and tickets, at £19.50 to include cake and coffee, are available from Kiplin Hall. Book in advance on 01748-818178 or email info@kiplinhall.co.uk