As a self supporting independent Educational Charity, we depend greatly on Group Visits for our essential running expenses.

The Gardens are suitable for all age groups including the elderly and disabled.  Plentiful seating, our own parking for cars and coaches and a Tea Room which is open all day, but you are welcome to bring picnics.  We also have an Art Gallery and an attractive Gift Shop with a Plant Sales area where we offer a 5% discount on most purchases over £10.

On Sundays, there are often additional attractions such as flower shows and other events, and on Sunday afternoons, from April until September, we have a band playing for the enjoyment of visitors.

Here are just two of the many complimentary reports we have received:

"Only one of the group had previously heard of your gardens.  You now have 48 people all wishing to come back.  They all found the visit a wonderful experience."
Colin Coulson, Eastry Horticultural Society.

"We spent a wonderful time with you and everybody was much impressed with the variety of plants in the Gardens & Glasshouses.  We were given the warmest of welcomes and everything was laid on for us with the greatest efficiency and hospitality."
Jon Glauert, Wells & District Centre, National Trust.

If you are interested in bringing a group of 10 or more people from Care Homes, Nursing Homes or other organisations and would like to receive a group visit pack by post please click This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . (Schools should see the notice below).

Telephone Tony Cartwright for more information on:

0121 454 1860

To book a school or college visit during school term-time, please contact the Education Department direct. If your intended visit is outside term-time, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it