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Durham University Botanic Garden
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.
Accessibility:
Vaqas Accreditation
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Awaiting Grading 2010
Opening Times
| 01/03/2010 - 31/10/2010 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 01/11/2010 - 31/12/2010 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| BankHoliday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £4.00 per ticket type |
| Child | £1.50 per ticket type |
| Concession | £3.00 per ticket type |
| Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) | £9.50 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A167.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. Howlands Park and Ride entrance off South Road (second entrance to Botanic Garden). Durham Cathedral bus, JSB Travel, 01388 458099. Arriva 0871 200 2233
Facilities
Provider Features
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free) - Park & Ride at Howlands
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Light refreshments available. Max 48.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 1-2 hours
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Please telephone beforehand.
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 30
- Min group size - 10
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Attraction Facilities
- Education Groups Min - 15
- Educational Groups Max - 30
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Durham University Botanic Garden
Durham
County Durham
DH1 3TN
Tel: +44 0191 334 2887
Fax: +44 0191 334 6477
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