10 best coastal gardens to visit

Seaside gardens: theatrical effect

East Ruston Old Vicarage, East Ruston, Norfolk

Hewn from a barren coastal landscape, the 32-acre garden at the Old Vicarage entices visitors through stepped Mediterranean terraces, the stony ‘desert wash', sunken areas and green corridors with glimpses of
Happisburgh Lighthouse. Open 2-5.30pm, Weds, Fri-Sun and bank holidays, 29 March-24 Oct. Admission, £6 (01692 650432, www.e-ruston-oldvicaragegardens.co.uk).