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Essex is home to some lovely gardens for you to visit. Get planning your visit now!

From the scree and gravel gardens at Beth Chatto’s garden to the Japanese garden at Easton Lodge Gardens and Green Island Gardens.

Or the unique sculptures at Gibbered Garden – superb!

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.

Paycocke’s House and Garden, Colchester, Essex

Google Review Rating – 4.6
Charming Tudor gardens with fragrant lavender beds & peaceful paths. Visitors love the historic setting, relaxing atmosphere & welcoming National Trust guides. More Details here

The Gibberd Garden, Harlow, Essex

Google Review Rating – 4.6

Plenty to do & see including the Arboretum, woodland Walks & kids trail & a Tearoom! More Gibberd Garden Details here

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