Growing Leonardslee by Leonardslee Gardens

About Growing Leonardslee by Leonardslee Gardens

Follow the ‘Growing Leonardslee’ podcast, with news and insights into the beautiful gardens, the Michelin Star Restaurant Interlude and year-round events programme. Your host, General Manager Adam Streeter is joined by Head Gardener Jamie Harris, Executive Chef of Restaurant Interlude Jean Delport and the owner of the estate, Penny Streeter OBE. Hear Jamie’s updates on what you will see in the gardens right now - and Michelin star chef Jean Delport’s news on his foraging forays and ingredients for his fabulous menu. Penny and Adam share details of the Streeter family’s continuing work to preserve and protect the Leonardslee estate and how you can get involved!

Publisher

Leonardslee Gardens

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Jul 2021

Latest episode

15 May 2025

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 May 2025

   The Victorian Rock Garden

   Head Gardener Jamie Harris and Senior Gardener Sarah Gardner explore the history and evolution of Leonardslee's Victorian Rock Garden, highlighting its design, maintenance, and significance as a living exhibition in this interview with host Adam Streeter.

2. 

   9 Apr 2025

   Jean Delport on the 20th Anniversary of The Great British Menu

   Michelin-starred chef Jean Delport discusses his experience on The Great British Menu's 20th anniversary with host Adam Streeter, alongside Anya Delport and Ben from Designs Woodcraft in this interview.

3. 

   25 Aug 2023

   Join Sussex author Hannah Peckham & Conker

   Adam Streeter interviews Hannah Peckham about the Conker Activity Trail at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, which encourages children to explore nature and their emotions through imaginative play.

4. 

   4 Jul 2023

   Foraging at Restaurant Interlude

   General Manager Adam Streeter interviews chefs Jean Delport and Ruan Pretorius about Restaurant Interlude's rapid rise to Michelin star status and recognition as a top UK destination.

5. 

   20 Jun 2023

   Meet the team at Restaurant Interlude

   General Manager Adam Streeter interviews chefs Jean Delport and Ruan Pretorius, who reveal the philosophy and sustainable practices behind their Michelin-starred Restaurant Interlude.

6. 

   23 May 2023

   Rhododendron Rhapsody: A Blossoming Love Affair with Your Garden

   Head Gardener Jamie Harris instructs General Manager Adam Streeter on cultivating rhododendrons in home gardens, offering practical advice for enthusiasts in this interview.

7. 

   9 May 2023

   Rhododendron Resilience: A Blooming Marvel

   Head Gardener Jamie Harris discusses with General Manager Adam Streeter the efforts to preserve and protect the rhododendrons at Leonardslee Gardens for future generations in this interview.

8. 

   20 Apr 2023

   Our Champion Rhododendrons ( Part 1)

   Head Gardener Jamie Harris informs General Manager Adam Streeter about Leonardslee's champion rhododendrons, highlighting their history and recent wins at the RHS Wisley Show in this interview.

9. 

   4 Nov 2021

   The History of Leonardslee

   This episode explores the historical background of Leonardslee Gardens, detailing its origins and evolution.

10. 

    14 Sept 2021

    Anton's Smit's Sculpture Launch at Leonardslee

    Adam Streeter interviews Anton Smit and Penny Streeter about Anton's sculpture exhibition 'The Walk of Life' at Leonardslee Gardens and his journey as an artist, highlighting their shared passion for South African art.

11. 

    31 Jul 2021

    Enchanted Leonardslee & Leonardslee Illuminated

    Adam Streeter discusses the Enchanted Leonardslee and Leonardslee Illuminated events with Robin Morely and Simon Teesdale, highlighting the magical trails, music, and theatrical performances.

12. 

    20 Jul 2021

    Michelin Star

    Chef Jean Delport and estate general manager Adam Streeter discuss the journey to earning and retaining a Michelin Star for Restaurant Interlude with estate owner Penny Streeter OBE in this interview.

13. 

    14 Jul 2021

    Leonardslee Hustle

    Estate owner Penny Streeter OBE, Head Gardener Jamie, and Restaurant Interlude’s Jean discuss the challenges and visual delights of planning Leonardslee's Spring gardens in this interview episode.

Who has been a guest on Growing Leonardslee by Leonardslee Gardens

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Sarah Gardner
• Jean Delport
• Anya Delport
• Ben from Designs Woodcraft
• Hannah Peckham

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

101,848

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 37 / 100

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Quality

28

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

32

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