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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.
Tea Room
A light, airy building overlooking the Gravel Gardens. Serves light lunches and refreshments all year round. No entry to the Gardens required.
Nursery
An extensive plant nursery with plants displayed by growing conditions. Entry to the Gardens not required to visit the plant nursery.
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Guide Prices
Please see our website for seasonal admission prices
Carer goes free with disabled badge holder.
Child admission: FREE (max 3 per paying adult) or £1.50 on special event days (eg Wildlife Fair, Summer Trail, Easter Egg Hunt, Pumpkin Hunt).
Sorry, no concessions.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Coach parking
- Drop Off Point
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
- Guided tours for groups
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- 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.
