Biddulph Grange Garden

Description

A Victorian Masterpiece at Biddulph Grange Garden you can take on a global journey, from Egyptian pyramids, a Himalayan Glen through an Italian Garden to a Victorian vision of China. The garden features collections of rhododendrons, a stunning Dahlia Walk, and the oldest Golden Larch in Britain, just to name a few. 

It’s also home to the country’s oldest Stumpery, an unusual display of upside-down oak tree roots. Set on a hill side, there are many steps and differing gradients. For more information regarding accessing the garden.

Prices starts from £15.40 with Gift Aid & £14.00 without Gift Aid for adults. If you are looking for Best place to visit with family and kids then you should visit this place once for day out with kids and families.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Chinese Garden: An iconic garden, complete with a bright red pagoda and bridge, golden water buffalo statue set landscaped with colourful acer trees.
  • Geological Gallery: A unique Victorian display of fossils and geological strata laid out according to the Biblical days of creation, a fascinating journey through time.
  • The Stumpery: The oldest stumpery in the country and the inspiration for many more. An atmospheric sunken path bordered by upside-down oak tree roots.
  • Egyptian Court: Hidden behind by hedges, sits a topiary pyramid and obelisks, guarded by two pairs of sphinx statues.
  • Woodland Play Area: Disappear into the woods for adventure play for all ages. Experience the seasons as you enjoy the climbing frames, see-saw and balance beams.
  • Second-hand Bookshop: Filled with pre-loved books in a wide variety of genres in both fiction and non-fiction. Enjoy browsing in the former Writing Room.
  • Shop: As well as selling variety of gifts and souvenirs, there’s a plant centre stocked with seasonal planting themed to the garden.
  • Family-friendly things to do at Biddulph Grange: Whether it's spotting the fish in the lake or looking at the fossils in the Geological Gallery, there’s something to keep all ages busy at Biddulph Grange Garden. Find out what's on offer and the details you need to plan your visit.
  • Group visits to Biddulph Grange Garden: Group visits to Biddulph Grange Garden have taken place since Victorian times. Popular with societies, larger groups of families and friends, as well as tourist groups, a trip to this Grade 1 listed space offers a trip around the globe in just one garden. Find out more on how to book and further information about the garden.
  • Things to see in Biddulph Grange Garden: Through tunnels, passageways and intriguing gaps in hedges, there’s something to see around every corner at Biddulph Grange Garden. With so much variation in the planting, it’s always a great time to explore this quirky, playful Victorian paradise.
  • Garden trail at Biddulph Grange: Discover seasonal highlights along this easy trail through the garden at Biddulph Grange Garden, passing through the Italian Garden, the Pinetum and the Chinese Garden.

Facilities

  • Parking: Please respect our neighbours by parking in the visitor car park, there is no additional charge for using the car park.
  • Food & Drinks: Café There are two sets of steps with a handrail up to the tearoom.

What to see

History of Biddulph Grange Garden: The history of Biddulph Grange Garden is both rich and varied, and includes a farm, a hospital and a garden considered to be a Victorian masterpiece. Read about the people that have created it and learn how plants from around the world came to be in the garden.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/biddulph-grange-garden/history-of-biddulph-grange-garden

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Entrance ticket: 

  • Adult (18+): Starts from £15.40 with Gift Aid & £14.00 without Gift Aid
  • Child (5–17) (under 5s free): Starts from £7.70 with Gift Aid & £7.00 without Gift Aid
  • Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): Starts from £38.50 with Gift Aid & £35.00 without Gift Aid
  • 1 adult and up to 3 children: Starts from £23.10 with Gift Aid & £21.00 without Gift Aid
  • Group (Adult 18+): £13.30 
  • Group (Child 5–17): £6.65 

For more details please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/biddulph-grange-garden#place-prices

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/shropshire-staffordshire/biddulph-grange-garden#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • Garden: 10:00 - 15:30
  • Shop: 11:00 - 15:30
  • Tea-room: 10:00 - 15:00

Address: Grange Road, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, UK

Post Code: ST8 7SD

Council: Staffordshire Moorla

County: Staffordshire

  • By road: The entrance to Biddulph Grange Garden is located on Grange Road which is accessible via the A527 (Congleton Road). The garden is 3 ½ miles southeast of Congleton and 7 miles north of Stoke on Trent.
  • On foot: Follow the A527 until you reach the junction to Grange Road. Follow Grange Road for approximately one minute until you can see the signage to the entrance to the garden.
  • By train: The closest train station to Biddulph Grange Garden is Congleton Train Station, which is approximately 2½ miles away.
  • By bus: The garden is accessible via bus Monday- Saturday via Bus 94 provided by D&G Bus. Alight at the Grange Road stop and then follow the brown direction signs to the garden on foot.
  • Cycling: Cycle racks are available in the Car Park; they can be found opposite the Visitor reception. Use Cycle route 55 along Biddulph Valley Way, exit at Marsh Green following the road to the junction that leads onto A527 (Congleton Road). Follow the road until you reach the junction leading to Grange Road which will have brown directional signage to Biddulph Grange Garden.
  • Parking: Please respect our neighbours by parking in the visitor car park, there is no additional charge for using the car park.

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