awarded green flag status since 2009, cheslyn has been open to the public since 1965 as a formal gardens and house. the 3.5 acre gardens comprise a formal open area to the front and a semi-natural woodland area to the rear. henry and daisy colbeck originally owned the house and gardens. mr colbeck was a renowned local architect, and designed cheslyn house; he and his wife created the original gardens. the colbecks travelled extensively, and this is reflected in the range of unusual and exotic plants in the gardens. since the space has been open to the public it has been further developed, with new features added such as the pond, rock garden, large herbaceous borders and aviary.