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Beth Chatto Gardens

Covering 6 acres, these beautiful gardens have become world famous. Original problem areas have been transformed by the use of plants suited to the conditions into gravel, water and woodland gardens. Coaches must be booked in advance. Tearoom open all year round and seats 100. Large plant nursery. Tearoom and gardens suitable for people with disabilities.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Facilities for groups On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Welcome Host Children welcomeDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Guided tours for groupsGuided tours for individualsSmoking not allowed

Prices


£6.95 per adults and per adults for groups under 25, £6.45 per adults for groups 25 and over.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Tue 1 Jan 2013 - Thu 31 Oct 2013 Mon - Sat 09:00 to 17:00 | Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Notes Beg Nov - End Feb - Monday - Saturday 9am - 4pm & Sundays 10am - 4pm
Rest of the year Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm & Sundays 10am - 5pm
   
 

Contact

The Beth Chatto Gardens
Tel: 01206 822007
View the Beth Chatto Gardens websitewww.bethchatto.co.uk
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Venue

Beth Chatto Gardens

Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DB

View the Beth Chatto Gardens websitewww.bethchatto.co.uk

See location of Beth Chatto Gardens on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: TM 067241  Lat: 51.87788  Long: 1.00228


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

Parking : free

Accessible by Public Transport : 7 miles (11.3 kms) from Colchester station

VistEngland VAQASSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Also at this venue

Group VisitsGroup Visits
Beth Chatto Gardens' Tea RoomBeth Chatto Gardens' Tea Room
Beth Chatto Gardens NurseryBeth Chatto Gardens Nursery

Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Sat 22 Jun 2013 Practical Photography Workshop for Adults
Sat 12 Oct 2013 Practical Photography Workshop for Adults

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is gravel
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Ramp to entrance
  • Handrail by ramp
  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Gluten free (coeliacs)
  • Lactose free (dairy free)
  • Vegetarian
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Audible alarm system
 
 
 
Essex County Council
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