Durham University Botanic Garden

Don't miss all that the Botanic Garden has to offer, attractions that appeal to young and old alike. Wander through the Alpine Garden, Winter Garden, Bamboo Grove and our recently developed woodland garden and wild flower meadow. With many places to just sit and muse, view the Modern Art or watch the bees in action in their hive.

There are wonderful glass houses. Walk through the desert house to see the collection of cacti that thrive in this arid climate. Into the tropical rainforest house, see and feel what it is like to be in such environs, you can even make it rain! It contains a unique collection of plants and just beyond see some of its indigenous inhabitants, bugs, scorpions and tarantulas!

There is even a rare breed of Manx Loghtan sheep that can be seen enjoying the parkland in spring.

One visit isn't enough, the views change throughout the year with vibrant poppy and cornflower displays in the summer to rich warm colours in the autumn, all this in 18 acres of parkland, just minutes from Durham city centre.

Treat yourself to something refreshing in the coffee shop and visit the gift shop to take away memories of your visit.

 

Open daily
To 31 October 2009 10.00 - 17.00
1 November 2009 - 23 December 2010 10.00 - 16.00
2 January 2010 - 28 February 2010
10.00 - 16.00

Nearest station is Durham Station. Howlands Park and Ride entrance off South Road (second entrance to Botanic Garden). Durham Cathedral bus, JSB Travel, 01388 458099. Arriva 0871 200 2233

Nearest major road is A167

Guide dogs permitted
Ramp/level access
Free on site parking
Parking & toilets for disabled
On site cafe/restaurant
Picnic area
Toilets

Adult £4.00
Child £1.50
Concession £3.50
Family £9.50