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Ness Botanic Gardens

Looking out over the dramatic views of the Dee estuary from a lofty perch on the Wirral peninsula, Ness Botanic Gardens boasts 64 acres of landscaped and natural gardens overflowing with horticultural treasures. With a delightfully peaceful atmosphere, a wide array of events taking place, plus a café and gorgeous open spaces it is a great fun-filled day out for all the family.

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Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens
Ness Botanic Gardens

About Ness Botanic Gardens

Ness Botanic Gardens is home to an array of interesting specimens which continue to thrive in the garden, including Pieris Forrestii which was collected for the Garden founder, AK Bulley, by George Forrest in Yunnan, China. Ness Botanic Gardens also houses National Collections of Sorbus and Betula. Our snowdrops are famed far and wide and include over 200 species. Witch hazel abounds during the winter months. As the year marches on Ness begins to boasts extensive collections of azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, magnolias and all manner of other flora which flourish in the microclimate of this cove of the Wirral peninsula.

National Collections of Sorbus and Betula. Herbaceous borders, Rock Garden, Mediterranean Bank, Potager and conservation area.

Website:

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens

Ness Botanic Gardens features

  • Autumn Colours
  • Children Very Welcome
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Countryside Views
  • Historical Garden
  • Plant Heritage National Plant Collection
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Ness Botanic Gardens,
Neston,
Merseyside,
CH64 4AY

Directions to Ness Botanic Gardens
Off A540. M53 J4, follow signs M56 & A5117 (signed N Wales). Turn onto A540 follow signs for Hoylake. Ness Gardens is signed locally. 487 bus takes visitors travelling from Liverpool, Birkenhead etc.

Ness Botanic Gardens openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Light refreshments in Café in the Visitor Centre.
Admission Adult: £7.50
Child: £3.50
Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs are available free to hire (donations gratefully accepted) but advance booking is highly recommended.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Yes, coaches are accepted at  Ness Botanic Gardens. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Ness Botanic Gardens, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Ness Botanic Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Ness Botanic Gardens seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.