Gibside Garden
Scenic Walks, Ruins & Family Fun
Gibside is known for its beautiful landscapes, varied walking trails, historic ruins and a family and dog friendly atmosphere.
The gardens are described as spacious and scenic with wildlife, picnic spots, play areas, cafes and welcoming staff enhancing the experience.
Click here for more useful details on Gibside Garden to help you plan your visit.
Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Open daily apart from Christmas Day & Boxing Day
Opening Times: 10am to 5pm, last entry 4pm
Admission Prices: Adults £17, 5 to 17 years £8.50, Under 5”s free
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Top Tip: Pizzas are recommended if open!
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About Gibside Garden
Gibside Garden is a Georgia landscape garden with woodland, orangery (ruins), walled garden and plenty to see throughout the year.
From the snowdrops and crocus in early spring to the bluebells, cowslips, wild orchids and garlic in late sporing/early summer.
The walled garden is full of fruit and veg and watch out for poppies and globe thistles.
During autumn there will be an abundance of squash, carrots, beetroots and parsnips.
And winter bring mistletoe, berries and fungi.
A new development in the walled garden is The Spiral Galaxy telling the story of Mary Eleanor.
There are four waymarked trails for those wanting to explore the grounds where wildlife spotting is a must.
Look out for badgers, otters, red kites, bats, bugs and lots of amphibious activity in the ponds.
For the kids there is the Red Kite adventure play area including den building.
There are plenty of facilities including refreshments from the Cafe, the Gibside Pizza Pit is open some weekends and school holidays and a kiosk.
And of course there is a second hand bookshop!
Finally do take in the Palladian-style chapel and Hall ruins.
Accessibility at Gibside Garden
Mostly accessible with some steps & uneven terrain.
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Dogs at Gibside Garden
Dogs are allowed in the gardens on a lead.
Images © National Trust Images / Tony Blackett
Local Accommodation near to Gibside Garden
If you are looking for somewhere to stay near to Gibside Garden then look here for your local Rowlands Accommodation.
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Visitor Reviews of Gibside Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are. Here is what visitors think about their visit to Gibside Garden:
Lexie Delaney: Called it a “beautiful location” with amazing history and excellent staff, highlighting the well-researched historical folders in the café.
Rob Armstrong: Said it was a “great day out,” with kids loving the park, trails, and bird hide, plus especially friendly café staff.
Matthew Turnbull: Enjoyed completing the Liberty and Explorer Trails, describing a lovely afternoon of exploration on a sunny day.
Georgia Anderson: Really enjoyed the varied landscapes and beautiful scenery, with plenty to see including deer.
Shaun Palmer: Described it as one of the best NT sites to visit, with countless walking routes and areas to explore all day.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details of Gibside Garden
All information was believed to correct at the time of publication
near Rowlands Gill
Gateshead Tyne & Wear NE16 6BG
United Kingdom