The couple intend to preserve the site’s unique history by saving scraps of the past- including the original stones, bricks, and metal guttering, as well as rejuvenating the soil that has not been touched in decades.

Mr Wheeler, affectionately known as “The Plant Hunter” for his expertise in rare horticulture, explains: “It’s a place that feels alive again.

“As much as history, it’s also about the future – teaching people to grow, connect, and find inspiration in the natural world.

“If there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that gardens and old buildings have a mind of their own.

“You’re not just restoring them, you’re building a relationship,” he added.