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Quarry End

Woodland garden in an ancient quarry setting. Redeveloped over 21 yrs the garden has a C18 ice house, a wide variety of trees, shrubs and perennials, a fernery and ornamental vegetable plot. Spectacular late summer display but something of interest throughout the year inc an acre of reclaimed naturalised woodland in the adjacent quarry. Extensive views over South Durham.

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Quarry End
Quarry End
Quarry End
Quarry End
Quarry End
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Quarry End
Quarry End
Quarry End
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Quarry End
Quarry End

About Quarry End

Woodland garden in an ancient quarry setting. Redeveloped over 21 yrs the garden has a C18 ice house, a wide variety of trees, shrubs and perennials, a fernery and ornamental vegetable plot. Spectacular late summer display but something of interest throughout the year inc an acre of reclaimed naturalised woodland in the adjacent quarry. Extensive views over South Durham.

Location details

Quarry End,
Darlington,
County Durham,
DL2 2LY

Directions to Quarry End
Approx 5m W of Darlington on A68 or ½m E of Piercebridge on A67. Follow brown signs to Walworth Castle Hotel. Just up the hill from the Castle entrance, follow NGS yellow signs down private track.

Quarry End openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Only partial wheelchair access to woodland area especially if wet. Main garden includes some rough steps and gravel paths.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Quarry End at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Quarry End. 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 Quarry End, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Quarry End are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Quarry End 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.