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Join us for an hours guided walk and talk with Dr Chris Gibson around Beth's Garden, 11am - 12pm or 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Our wildlife advocate, Chris, will take you for a gentle stroll around the garden looking at whatever wildlife can be found, from insects to birds to fungi. Find out what the things we share the garden with need, and how you may make your garden even better for wildlife.

Price excludes entry to the garden - for booking tickets please visit Entrance - Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens

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Ticket	£5.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Public Transport Directions

Bus from Colchester town center number 76 stops outside Beth Chatto Gardens.

Wildside Walks at Beth Chatto Gardens

Type:Wildlife & Nature Event

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

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Tel01206 82007

Opening Times

Season (24 Mar 2026)
Day	Times
Tuesday	12:30	- 13:30

Season (24 Apr 2026)
Day	Times
Friday	11:00	- 12:00

Season (15 May 2026)
Day	Times
Friday	11:00	- 12:00

Season (15 May 2026)
Day	Times
Friday	12:30	- 13:30

Season (19 June 2026)
Day	Times
Friday	11:00	- 12:00

Season (19 June 2026)
Day	Times
Friday	12:30	- 13:30

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