Is there a better way to celebrate than walking through Maitland’s most beautiful gardens?

There will be eight gardens showcased in this year’s Maitland Garden Ramble on September 15 and 16.

Thousands are expected to attend the Maitland Black and White Committee fundraiser, with proceeds going towards Vision Australia.

Last year’s ramble raised more than $35,000.

The Garden Ramble’s eight properties will open from 10am to 4pm both days.

A café, barbecue and gift stalls are available at selected gardens.

Tickets are available at each garden, Maitland Visitor Information Centre, Heritage Gardens Nursery, Bolwarra Café, Sharpe’s Nursery Bar Beach and Poppy’s Nursery Gateshead. Costs are adults $35 and aged concession $25; shuttle bus and ticket $45 and concession $35 and $5 an individual garden. Children are free.

The Maitland Mercury is offering its readers the chance to win one of three double passes to this year’s event.

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