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The Gardens, Wynyard Hall

Thorpe Thewles, United Kingdom•4.4(579)•Botanical Garden, Country Park

Explore 3000 David Austin Roses and woodland walks within historic parkland, then relax at the on-site café and farm shop.

The Gardens at Wynyard Hall offer visitors a stunning botanical experience set within the historical parkland of this elegant estate. The gardens feature an impressive collection of 3000 David Austin Roses in full bloom, complemented by a carefully curated selection of trees, shrubs, and graceful water features. Visitors can wander through multiple themed areas including a rose garden, Italian garden, kitchen garden, and woodland walk showcasing 18 different tree species connected by meandering paths. Perfect for families seeking a peaceful outdoor outing, the gardens are open daily from 10am to 4pm (last entry 3:30pm). The on-site Café and Farm Shop provide the ideal spot to rest and refuel, offering locally sourced food and drink from the North-East, with a menu featuring sandwiches, soups, salads, and freshly baked cakes. The estate is dog-friendly and pushchair-friendly, making it accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities. An annual garden pass provides unlimited visits throughout the year, allowing families to return and experience the gardens across different seasons.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 16:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 16:00
Friday: 10:00 – 16:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Café & Farm Shop

A light and airy café offering sandwiches, soups and salads, alongside a farm shop stocked with locally sourced food and drink from the North-East and artisanal products.

Hours: 10:00-16:00 Monday to Sunday

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4.4(579 reviews)
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Mark Glassbrook

Mark Glassbrook

a month ago

Absolutly beautiful. Great price to look into Gardens. The seasonal ticket is perfect and a very cheap way of getting in all year. The walled garden is full of Dave Austin roses, the biggest private collection in the uk. I was surprised to see they were fully labeled throuout the garden. And as they are marked on the garden map/booklet great fun for my daughter to read out and find. We visited July 26th 2026, so roses in staggered bloom. Parking free, and had tearoom and other dining area in the glass house. Food is as expected expensive £4.50 for cake, but staff helpful and friendly. If you are wanting cheep day out pack a picnic and find one of the many seats to sit on throuout the gardens. I would expect in autum and winter that the gardens would be less full of colour, but then I think the expansive parkland and woodland trail may offer a wintery treat instead. There is a huge mix of trees, im expecting to get dragged out time and time again to go and find fallen leaves and conkers.

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Ross Collard

Ross Collard

2 months ago

Beautiful gardens, well worth a visit. 10 pounds for an annual pass is good value. Really nice coffee and cake in the cafe.

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Big brian

Big brian

3 months ago

Quite a nice walled garden. When we went in May it was a little early for most of the flowering plants, but worth a visit. There was also quite a nice walk down to the stream that feeds the lake and some nice trees. Very good cafe attached where we had coffee and a toasted sandwich, a pleasant afternoon.

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David Baker

David Baker

5 months ago

Enjoyed exploring the gardens and woodland walk. The later we had to ourselves on our weekday (although school holidays) morning visit. Our dog enjoyed her on lead walk too. Expect it will be better later in the year when more of the plants are out and the payment structure means we can visit as many times as we want this coming year.

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Valerie Hinchliffe

Valerie Hinchliffe

12 months ago

We made a 2-hour lunch stop at these beautiful gardens on the way home from a coach holiday, and it was a real treat! There were over a hundred varieties of lovely roses in the walled garden, all of them clearly numbered, and also pergolas, water features, and herbaceous borders filled with colourful flowers. The gardens looked very well maintained, and there were benches and picnic tables. I loved the woodland walk. The paths were a bit steep and uneven in places, but they were well signposted. Was amazed how tall some of the trees were, and along the route there were temples, a lovely view of the hall, and a children's trail with cute animal characters and an alphabet puzzle to solve. The café was quite expensive, but the food looked good quality, and it was hard to choose from the wide selection of delicious looking cakes on the counter! I enjoyed a tuna and cheese melt with crisps and coleslaw, followed by a raspberry and fig frangipani and a latte. Some nice homewares and gardening gifts in the shop. There's also a small garden centre and clean toilets. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. I thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would happily come here again.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about The Gardens, Wynyard Hall

Is The Gardens, Wynyard Hall free to visit?

The Gardens, Wynyard Hall is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is The Gardens, Wynyard Hall dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Gardens, Wynyard Hall.

Is there parking at The Gardens, Wynyard Hall?

Yes — The Gardens, Wynyard Hall has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at The Gardens, Wynyard Hall?

Yes — Café & Farm Shop is on site at The Gardens, Wynyard Hall. A light and airy café offering sandwiches, soups and salads, alongside a farm shop stocked with locally sourced food…

Is The Gardens, Wynyard Hall pushchair-friendly?

Yes, The Gardens, Wynyard Hall is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at The Gardens, Wynyard Hall?

The Gardens, Wynyard Hall is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to The Gardens, Wynyard Hall by public transport?

The Gardens, Wynyard Hall isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.

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