The site comprises an extensive and (to the novice) high calibre looking gardening centre, and a charming similarly high calibre cafe.
The garden centre has a large shop selling more homewares than gardening products, though there appeared to be a decent, if not extensive, range of products. The rest of the garden centre has a broad range of plants of all sorts, shapes, sizes and varieties. It was pretty busy on a Sunday afternoon so they must be doing something right! The staff were approachable, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
But we were there for lunch - actually a second visit because our first time was so enjoyable. Even the very short walk to the cafe from the gardening centre is pleasant - quaint little bridges over a duck pond with plenty of ducks to entertain children and adults alike.
A slight hill with a tarmac path (OK for wheelchairs and the elderly) leads through a tranquil display to the entrance of the cafe. First impressions are misleading - decking to the left overlooking the duck pond and a small seated area inside. Then through the seated area is a covered, outdoors area that's huge! ...leading to even more outdoor seated area with sunshades if needed.
Food and drink choices are varied and all look and sound wonderful! We enjoyed our choices of pulled pork, and turkey sandwich (with cranberry and brie cheese). There's plenty of room for prams and high chairs are available.
Staff are attentive, friendly and helpful. read more