Valley Gardens
Scenic Gardens, Family Fun, Natural Springs Oasis
Valley Gardens Harrogate is a 17-acre park filled with diverse themed gardens, vibrant year round floral displays and unique natural springs.
Visitors can explore everything from the Japanese and Rock Gardens to the expansive Pinewoods.
With family-friendly attractions like a play area, boating pond, tennis courts and café, it’s a relaxing and activity filled destination for all ages.
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Open daily all year round
Admission Prices: Free
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Our Top Tip: The Japanese garden is highly rated so don’t miss its peaceful tranquility!
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About Valley Gardens
Valley Gardens in Harrogate are 17 acres of varied planting with some cracking feature gardens.
From the Japanese Garden, New Zealand Garden, Scree Garden, Rock Garden, Peat Garden and Sensory Garden.
At the heart of the gardens there is the Bogs Field where 36 springs come to the surface.
Along with the other springs o Harrogate this is more than anywhere on Earth!
There are super year round floral displays including bedding plants and dahlias.
You can explore a further 96 acres in the Pinewoods which are adjacent to the Valley Gardens.
For the kids there is a Play Area with paddling pool, model boating pond, tennis courts, skatepark and crazy golf.
Refreshments can be found in the Ripley Ice-cream & Café and the Games Pavilion.
You will also find some interesting buildings like the Bandstand, Sun Colonnade and Sun Pavillion.
Accessibility at Valley Gardens
Most footpaths are suitable for wheelchairs and there are disabled toilets in the gardens.
Dogs at Valley Gardens
Dogs on leads are welcome.
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Local Accommodation near to Valley Gardens
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Visitor Reviews of Valley Gardens
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 the Valley Gardens:
Sue Shellard: Loved the peaceful walking routes, seating areas, and great spots for photography.
Optical: Enjoyed the serene atmosphere, scenic views, and charming Victorian-style café.
Melanie Hudson: Impressed by the well-maintained gardens and beautiful seasonal colours.
Klaudia: Appreciated the variety of activities, tranquil spaces, and family-friendly facilities.
Peter Gaven: Highlighted it as a relaxing place, especially enjoyable during summer visits.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for Valley Gardens
All information was believed to correct at the time of publicatio
Royal Parade
Harrowgate Yorkshire HG1 2SZ
United Kingdom