Find a Garden to visit in Essex near to you!
Essex is home to some lovely gardens for you to visit. Get planning now!
From the scree and gravel gardens at Beth Chatto’s garden to the Japanese garden at Easton Lodge Gardens and Green Island Gardens.
And don’t miss out on the 20 unique gardens at RHS Garden Hyde Hall or the amazing Arboretum at Markshall Gardens & Arboretum near Coggeshall.
All of these gardens come with a cafe for refreshments and a gift shop & garden centre at Hyde Hall.
Beth Chatto’s Plants & Gardens, Colchester, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.7
The Beth Chatto gardens are actually five distinct areas that are now informal gardens with the right plants in the right place. A Cafe with cakes is onsite.
There is a lot to explore with gravel, scree, water, woodland and reservoir gardens. More Details here
Easton Lodge Gardens, Little Easton, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.5
Marvel at the Italian Garden, The Glade and Stirling walk, The Walled Kitchen and climb up into the now rebuilt Treehouse for some great views! Daisy’s cafe is open and sells light refreshments.
Snowdrops in Spring and check out the Japanese garden. Dogs welcome. More Details here
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Chelmsford, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.6
RHS Garden Hyde Hall describes itself as ‘an eclectic mix of traditional and modern styles’. There is a garden centre and a cafe & restaurant. And a gift shop!
There are actually just over 20 individual gardens or areas to explore. The reservoir is great for wildlife and bird spotting. No pet dogs. More Details here
Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.6
The gardens are dog friendly with plenty to see including the organic walled kitchen. Indoor & outdoor play areas for children, an amazing Parterre, horses & parkland! At Christmas there is The Enchanted Garden Christmas Lights display. More Details here
Green Island Gardens, Colchester, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.6
Green Island Gardens are a special collection of unique gardens including a Japanese, Gravel, Water & Woodland Garden. Tea Room & Children’s play area! More Details here
Markshall Gardens & Arboretum, Coggeshall, Essex
Google Review Rating – 4.6
Markshall Gardens & Arboretum are an ideal day out for families & keen gardeners. Plenty to do & see including the Arboretum, woodland Walks & kids trail & a Tearoom! More Details here
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All information correct at the date of publication.