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Beth Chatto Gardens
Covering 6 acres, these beautiful gardens have become world famous. Original problem areas have been transformed by the use of plants suited to the conditions into gravel, water and woodland gardens. Coaches must be booked in advance. Tearoom open all year round and seats 100. Large plant nursery. Tearoom and gardens suitable for people with disabilities.
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Prices
£6.95 per adults and per adults for groups under 25, £6.45 per adults for groups 25 and over.
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Tue 1 Jan 2013 - Thu 31 Oct 2013 | Mon - Sat 09:00 to 17:00 | Sun 10:00 to 17:00 |
| Notes | Beg Nov - End Feb - Monday - Saturday 9am - 4pm & Sundays 10am - 4pm Rest of the year Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm & Sundays 10am - 5pm |
Contact
The Beth Chatto GardensTel: 01206 822007
info@bethchatto.fsnet.co.uk
www.bethchatto.co.ukVenue
Beth Chatto GardensElmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DB
See location on Google maps.Map reference: TM 067241 Lat: 51.87788 Long: 1.00228
By Road:
The Gardens are situated 6 miles east of Colchester and a quarter mile east of Elmstead Market on the A133.
Parking : free
Accessible by Public Transport : 7 miles (11.3 kms) from Colchester station
Also at this venue
Beth Chatto Gardens' Tea Room
Beth Chatto Gardens Nursery
Events at this venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 22 Jun 2013 | Practical Photography Workshop for Adults |
| Sat 12 Oct 2013 | Practical Photography Workshop for Adults |
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is gravel
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Entrance
- Ramp to entrance
- Handrail by ramp
- Entrance is well lit
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
Food
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Gluten free (coeliacs)
- Lactose free (dairy free)
- Vegetarian
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
- High chairs for children
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Audible alarm system
