Rhododendron Gardens

Helen Smith

The gardens were beautiful and well worth a visit but unfortunately too expensive for us to visit again to see the gardens during the different seasons. Living within half hour drive away I would definitely visit again if it was cheaper.

Wendy Waters

It's like a maze of every colour you can think of. We went in May and it was spectacular. Very busy but because the paths wind through the garden it felt at times like we were the only ones there. We nearly missed the children's castle and the pond with newts, waterboatman and mayfly larvae we were just as excited as the children. We were charged £6 entrance each and well worth it. Tea and coffee was good and reasonably priced, the seating area was very busy but we soon found a table for three near a lovely couple from Chesterfield.

James Timbrell

A beautiful, calming place, full of stunning Rhododendrons and Azaleas, as well as Acers, and a selection of Alpines.
The tea room had a great selection, I went for the Ginger cake and a cup of tea. Perfection.

John White

I have used this cafe on a couple of occasions and on both occasions have really enjoyed the food. I visited both time during the rhododendron season and was able to see the gardens at their colourful best.

Despite being a little slow in serving people. A queueing system operates and I suppose the sheer weight of numbers makes patience necessary. There is no booking for the cafe, simply turn up, order and get your food or get a table and join the order queue.

Having said all this the food and coffee are well worth the wait with "doorstep" sandwiches packed with filling. Proper sandwiches indeed.

Charlotte Kealey

Beautiful gardens and great food!

Amanda Buswell

This place never fails to impress.. And the Cafe serves delicious food... Perfect place to be on a sunny afternoon.. 😊

Dee Coleman

Beautiful little gem of a place.