Beth Chatto Gardens
  • Beth Chatto Gardens
  • Beth Chatto Gardens
  • Beth Chatto Gardens
  • Beth Chatto Gardens
  • Beth Chatto Gardens

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About

Beth Chatto’s Gardens are the the inspirational, award-winning and internationally-renowned gardens of 'the most influential gardener of our time' Beth Chatto OBE VMH.

Beth took on a challenging site in the 1960s, which was boggy in places, incredibly dry and infertile in others, and began to create the most beautiful garden, based on her principles of ecological and sustainable planting 'Right plant, right place'; growing plants where they are happiest.

With her team, Beth transformed the land into various informal gardens comprising the Gravel Garden, Water Garden, Reservoir Garden, Woodland Garden and Scree Garden. 7.5 acres of sustainable planting in challenging growing conditions to inspire any gardener or plant lover.

Extensive nursery with choice of over 2,000 different kinds of mainly herbaceous plants and bulbs, plus giftshop and tearoom serving locally sourced light refreshments. Entry to tearoom, gift shop and nursery is free. To visit the Gardens, booking online is advisable www.bethchatto.co.uk

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Guide Prices

Pre-booked tickets

Adult - £12.50
Student - £6.50
Child (2-16 years) - £3.50

Tickets purchased on the day from Visitor Information Centre

Adult - £13.50
Student - £7.50
Child (2 -16 years) - £4.50
Carer - Free with disabled badge holder

Visitors are not required to pre-book if you are visiting the Nursery, Gardener's Shop or Chatto's Tearoom only. These are free of charge.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Groups

  • Coach parking

Target Markets

  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

The Gardens are situated 6 miles east of Colchester and a quarter mile east of Elmstead Market on the A133.  

Public Transport Directions

The nearest railway station is Colchester, which is 5 miles away.

Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens

Type:Garden

Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DB

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Tel+44 (0)1206 822007

Awards

  • Visit EnglandVisit England - Gold Award Visit England - Gold Award 2021
  • Trip Advisor Awards2022 Travellers' Choice - Tripadvisor 2022 Travellers' Choice - Tripadvisor 2022

Opening Times

Season (19 Jan 2023 - 25 Feb 2023)
DayTimes
Monday - WednesdayClosed
Thursday - Saturday10:00 - 16:00
SundayClosed
Bank HolidayClosed
Season (1 Mar 2023 - 31 Oct 2023)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
TuesdayOpen
Wednesday - Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 16:00
SundayClosed
Bank HolidayOpen

* 18th December 2022 - 18th January 2023 - (Winter Closure - Closed to Public)

Open most Bank Holidays, please see website for more information


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