GARDENERS at Kingston Lacy have invited the public to learn about its garden's secret history. 

National Trust country house, Kingston Lacy, in Wimborne, has invited the public to talks and workshops hosted by its gardeners to discover the horticultural history of the house. 

Senior gardeners at Kingston Lacy will host workshops this summer to help learn to train fruit trees focussing on peaches, melons, grapes, and tomatoes in the Kitchen Garden. 

A spokesperson for National Trust said: "Whether you have your own fruit trees or are looking to start, this fruit training 101 talk will give you handy tips and tricks to get the best out of your fruit trees, create beautiful displays, or effectively use a space.

"The talk lasts for approximately an hour and will include a guided tour of the different fruit trees growing in the Kitchen Garden. It is on Friday 14 June, 10.30-11.30am."

Built in 1876 at a cost of £180,000 in today's currency, the Kitchen Garden has been restored over several years for use in the Stable Cafe. 

The house will also host a garden guide in the Rotunda between 11:30 am and 2pm.

Tickets for the workshop with the senior gardeners cost £10 plus admission and booking is essential. 

For more information visit Kingston Lacy's website.