List of Essex gardens

Abbey Turning, London Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6LL

In the open countryside just outside Maldon, down by the River Chelmer, stands Beeleigh Abbey, one of the most ancient continuously inhabited buildings in England.

Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DB

2.5 hectares (6 acres) of gravel, water and woodland gardens, a large modern tea room and plant nursery.

Bridge End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1HR

Bridge End Garden was laid out by the Gibson family in the nineteenth century and is open to the public each day free of charge. Recently restored back to its former glory.

Park Road, Ardleigh, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7SP

20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 hurricane. Now a plantsman's paradise full of unusual plants for all year round colour.

Baley Street, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DJ

Visit Hedingham Castle for a great family day out. Bring a picnic and explore the beautiful gardens and lakes then take time to explore the 110ft tall Norman Keep.

Marks Hall, Coggeshall, Essex, CO6 1TG

A tree collection from all the temperate areas of the world set in more than 200 acres of historic landscape provides interest and enjoyment throughout the year at Marks Hall.

Bulls Cross, Enfield, Hertfordshire, EN2 9HG

Delve into the beautiful eight acres of Myddelton House Gardens and discover the compelling story of Edward Augustus Bowles, one of Britain’s most famous self-taught gardeners, artists and expert botanists.

Creephedge Lane, Rettendon, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET

A garden of inspiration beauty with an eclectic range of horticultural styles from traditional to modern providing year round interest.

Warwick House, Easton Lodge, Little Easton, Essex, CM6 2BB

Designed by Harold Peto in 1902 for 'Daisy' Countess of Warwick. Abandoned in 1950, restoration commenced in 1993. Visit the Italian garden, glade,'Peto' Pavilion, courtyard with fountain - and be inspired.

Marsh Lane, Gilden Way, Harlow, Essex, CM17 0NA

20th century garden, designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd on the side of a small valley - with terraces, wild garden, vistas, pools, streams and many sculptures.

Abbey View, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1XQ

Abbey Gardens offers relaxing surrounding and is reputed to be the burial place of King Harold, after the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

In or near : Braintree, Essex

A 5.5 acre Victorian garden with many original features including bandstand, tennis courts, pond and ornamental flower beds.

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Secluded and peaceful ornamental gardens with stream and waterfall.

In or near : Colchester, Essex

A beautiful ten acre garden with something of interest at all times of year. Exuberant planting with masses of flowers and interesting plants. New 60 yard rose arbour by Ben Coode-Adams.

In or near : Maldon, Essex

The Friary Walled Garden is very small and normally open to the public for a short time once a month.

In or near : Colchester, Essex

Gnome Magic is an unusual treat. Enjoy the delightful garden which blends into an amazing wood where the growing number of 500 gnomes and their friends live. Guaranteed to bring a little sunshine.

In or near : Great Dunmow, Essex

Extensive gardens, topiary, lakes and fountains. The Barn Theatre and Turkey Barn are available to hire for conferences, civil ceremonies, wedding receptions, dinners, etc. Day ticket angling. Church adjacent.

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Southend's oldest surviving public park dating from 1855.