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Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens

Ormskirk is an historic market town in W Lancashire. The gardens are very diverse with something for everyone. Gorse Hill Nature Reserve situated on a sandstone ridge offers spectacular views across the Lancashire Plain. There is a 5 acre wildflower meadow in summer brimming with a wide variety of wildflowers and grasses. The meadows pond is patrolled by dragonflies and damselflies. 72 Ludlow Drive is a beautiful town garden overflowing with exuberant planting. Comprising a gravel garden, colourful herbaceous and shrub borders, raised shade and rose borders with many old and new roses and clematis. A large glasshouse with a collection of succulents, aeoniums, cacti and pelargoniums. There is also a raised pond and alpine troughs. Ruloe, 89 Derby St is a Georgian property with a medium sized garden with a large koi pond, tulip tree, specimen oak tree and mixed beds.

Owner Info

  • Brian & Marian Jones
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens

About Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens

Ormskirk is an historic market town in W Lancashire. The gardens are very diverse with something for everyone. Gorse Hill Nature Reserve situated on a sandstone ridge offers spectacular views across the Lancashire Plain. There is a 5 acre wildflower meadow in summer brimming with a wide variety of wildflowers and grasses. The meadows pond is patrolled by dragonflies and damselflies. 72 Ludlow Drive is a beautiful town garden overflowing with exuberant planting. Comprising a gravel garden, colourful herbaceous and shrub borders, raised shade and rose borders with many old and new roses and clematis. A large glasshouse with a collection of succulents, aeoniums, cacti and pelargoniums. There is also a raised pond and alpine troughs. Ruloe, 89 Derby St is a Georgian property with a medium sized garden with a large koi pond, tulip tree, specimen oak tree and mixed beds.

Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens features

  • Cashless
  • Children Very Welcome
  • Cottage Garden
  • Countryside Views
  • Dog friendly
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Town Garden
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens,
Ormskirk,
Lancashire,
L39 1LF

Directions to Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens
From the end of M57 take A59 & follow signs for Ormskirk or from M58 J3 take A570 to Ormskirk.

Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Accessibility

  • Gorse Hill woodland walk leading to the wildflower meadow has wheelchair accessible paths. Ruloe has 2 steps leading to lawn/patio area.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Ormskirk and Aughton Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Ormskirk and Aughton 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.