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Garden Experiences and Tours

Searching for a garden experience in the UK? Luckily for us nature lovers, the UK is awash with idyllic gardens to explore. From the world’s largest collection of living plants at Kew Gardens to the balmy biomes at the Eden Project, we’ve selected the best garden experiences in the UK, perfect for making the most of the great outdoors. So, why not head outside and enjoy this great British experience? Pair it with a lunch or afternoon tea and it’s a perfect day out. UK Garden Experiences The UK boasts many beautiful gardens to discover. Not sure where to start? Why not walk in the same footsteps as the English monarchy on a guided garden tour at Bickleigh Castle in Devon? Or perhaps enjoy a family day out at Beale Wildlife Park and spend it meeting the animals and strolling through the peaceful gardens? The Alnwick Garden in Northumberland boasts 12 acres of horticultural wonders, including the likes of the Poison Garden, The Grand Cascade, The Rose Garden and the world’s largest Taihaku cherry orchard. Enjoy even more opportunities to explore the UK’s gardens with an English Heritage Annual Pass. From Neolithic sites to world-famous Tudor castles and Roman forts, English Heritage protects over 400 historical properties and places across the UK. The options for garden exploration in the UK are endless! Outdoor experiences to enjoy in the UK Searching for a gift for a birthday, anniversary or Mother’s Day? If they love the great outdoors, we’ve got plenty of outdoor experiences to enjoy in the UK that make the perfect special occasion. Perhaps head to Kew Gardens in London for a tranquil day out. Home to the world’s largest collection of living plants, Kew Gardens features 326 acres of diverse plant life from across the globe. Entry also includes access to the Royal Kitchens, Palm House, the Rose Garden and Kew Palace. Or, how about visiting the outstanding Eden Project? Home to two large biomes, one the largest indoor rainforest in the world and the other a beautiful Mediterranean environment, it’s an unforgettable experience for nature lovers. Afterwards, head outside to discover the amazing outdoor garden display. It’s a day out that will inspire all ages!

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Sunny · 06-06-2026

Amazing Gift

Beautiful day out at Kew, plenty to see and do with lovely cafes, gift shop and plant nursery. The glasshouses are amazing so is the climb to the top of the Pagoda. Also the Red Letter Days customer service team was very helpful when I queried information on the gift.
Entry to Kew Gardens and Palace for Two Adults
Anni · 08-04-2026

Great gift at great price when there's a discount

Kew is an amazing day out, and a really lovely gift to give. It can be cheaper via red letter days if there's a discount too
Entry to Kew Gardens and Palace for One Person
Nickinike · 29-05-2026

Great value

Great value and very easy to use. Drove there and got into Kew car park which had loads of spaces. Tickets were best value I could find so win win.
Family Entry to Kew Gardens and Palace for Two Adults and Two Children
Pammie · 01-05-2026

Kew Gardens

Our tour guide Jane was great & showed us so many interesting things!! She not only gave us a lot of information about flowers but also trees, the different buildings at Kew!! The hour went so quick!!
Kew Gardens Private Guided Walking Tour and Admission for Two
Nic r · 04-04-2026

Wonderful birthday gift

This was a wonderful birthday gift for a place I had planned to visit but never managed. So much to see and perfect for wandering. Lots of lovely eateries and finishes with a gorgeous garden centre. The whole experience was easy, relaxing and enjoyable.
RHS Garden Entry for Two Adults
Duck · 16-05-2026

Train Ride

Excellent day out for the family, with lunch in Leyburn.
Fun Family Experience Days Out
Georgie · 09-09-2024

Great evening out

Watched the greatest showman at the open air cinema which was great
Standard Ticket for Four People to Adventure Cinema Outdoor Cinema
Jimmy · 02-02-2026

Excellent product

Very good gardens
Unlimited Access to Five Gardens with RHS Individual Membership
Mrs d · 05-06-2026

Enjoyable day out

Alnwick Gardens has lots to offer in a very easy to navigate and compact area. The water features are beguiling and cleverly done. We visited on a warm spring day which was ideal and the afternoon tea surpassed expectations, served by friendly and efficient staff.
The Alnwick Garden and Afternoon Tea for Two
Lisa · 28-05-2026

The most AMAZING gift ever

Absolutely brilliant day. Wonderful setting, fantastic animals kept as naturally as possible, lots of space to roam, hide & be themselves. A true breath of fresh air to see, unlike any other captive setting I’ve visited. The afternoon tea was delicious, friendly staff. Would thoroughly recommend.
Entry to Port Lympne Reserve with Truck Safari and Afternoon Tea for Two
@@@ · 26-07-2025

RHS Hyde Hall

It was great
Visit to RHS Garden Hyde Hall for Two
Rob · 04-06-2026

Barnsdale Gardens and Afternoon Tea

What a lovely experience, gardens were amazing and I was totally unaware that Gardeners World was filmed there in the 80’s & 90’s. Over 30 small gardens to inspire anyone and with useful labels to help identify plants and trees that take your fancy. On to the afternoon tea, wonderful, and very filling, staff were happy to box up our cake to take home. Staff very friendly and helpful, all round a wonderful afternoon out. If planning I would allow at least 2 hours to see all the gardens and around 45-60 minutes for afternoon tea.
Entry to Barnsdale Gardens and an Afternoon Tea for Two