The inspirational gardens at Merriments have a careful mix of trees, shrubs, perennials and grasses to provide interest and imaginative colour combinations to delight the visitor from spring to autumn.   The gardens were originally started as a display garden for the nursery but are now one of the finest gardens in Europe.

Full of interesting plantings and colour, these wonderful formal gardens with water features and a fountain include a stunning bridge erected over large ponds in the style of Monet's 'Grande Allee' at Giverny in France.  There is also a gravel garden, water garden, a foliage border, woodland area and a rock and scree garden.

Combine the imaginative garden borders with the fact that many of the rare and unusual plants seen growing can be purchased from the nursery, and Merriments is arguably a gardener’s heaven. To add further interest, the wild area has a bird hide and multiple feeders on display, where up to 25 species of bird can be seen feeding throughout the day.

As well as the four acre gardens and nursery, Merriments has a shop selling garden products, seeds and bulbs.  There is also a wild bird centre offering bird products and advice on how to attract wild birds into your garden.

The licenced Garden Terrace Restaurant serves delicious treats, light lunches and daily specials. There is a choice of indoor and outdoor seating.

A summer spectacular festival with music and events in the gardens takes place annually throughout July and August.

Gardens open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5.30pm Sunday 10.30am – 5.30pm

Entrance
Adults £ 4.50
Children 5 - 16 £ 2.00
Groups of 15 or more £ 4.00

www.merriments.co.uk or call 01580 860666.