RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS Garden Hyde Hall: With sweeping panoramas, big open skies and far reaching views this Essex garden is an inspiration to visitors of all ages.
The garden boasts an eclectic range of inspirational horticultural styles from traditional to modern, providing interest and colour, whatever the weather or time of year.
Highlights of the Garden
•Dry Garden – showcases a range of drought tolerant plants.
•Robinson Garden – a plant lovers garden with many detailed and unusual species.
•Australian and New Zealand Garden – a contemporary garden designed around existing Eucalyptus trees.
•Hilltop Garden – includes a colour-themed herbaceous border, ponds, rose garden, gold garden, farmhouse garden, shrub rose border, woodland garden and island beds.
•Queen Mother’s Garden – with meandering paths and a mix of grasses, perennials and roses.
•Clover Hill – naturalistic, with vast swathes of grasses and perennials.

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Information on RHS Garden Hyde Hall , Creephedge Lane , Rettendon , Chelmsford

Opening Times:	Daily from 10:00 (except Xmas Day). Closing times vary. Last entry 1 hour prior to closing.
Admission:	Adult £7.20, Child (5-16) £3.60, Family (2 adults & 2 children) £19.40), Under 4´s Free, RHS member + 1 family guest Free.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome
Dog Friendly:	No
Location:	Signed from the A130 southbound. Then head towards South Woodham Ferrers on the A132. At Shaw Farm roundabout turn into Willow Grove/Creephedge Lane.
Facilities:	Coaches Welcome (by appointment), Free Parking, Limited Disabled Access and facilities, Plant Centre, Children's Play Area, Plants for Sale, Gift Shop, Restaurant, Café
Garden Acreage:	360

Events & Special Offers

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Guruve Sculpture Exhibition (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 01 May 2013 – Sun 01 Sep 2013

Enjoy the finest contemporary Zimbabwean sculpture in the beautiful setting of the Garden. The main exhibition will include 12 larger pieces. Smaller pieces will be on display from 1 August to 11 August in the Visitor Lounge.
Wednesday 1 May to Sunday 1 September, 10am – 5pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Garden Party (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 29 Jun 2013 – Sun 30 Jun 2013

Gather friends and family for a celebration of the great British summer! Enjoy a mixture of music, dancing, garden advice, local produce, cream teas and a range of kid’s favourites including storytelling, race tracks, a teddy bear’s picnic, and lots more.
Saturday 29 to Sunday 30 June, between 10am & 5pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Jazz Evening (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 06 Jul 2013 – Sat 06 Jul 2013

Enjoy the distinctive sound of traditional jazz music in the inspirational setting of the garden. Please come prepared for all weathers.
Saturday 6 July, 7pm - 10pm
Booking essential on 0845 612 1253. Cost Adults £12, Children £6.

Linking Landscapes - Summer Walk (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 07 Jul 2013 – Sun 07 Jul 2013

We have joined forces with Essex Wildlife Trust to improve the landscape around and between our two sites. Starting at the Hanningfield, you will be taken up to Hyde Hall where you will walk through the garden, surrounding landscape and habitats, finishing back at Hanningfield.
Bring your own packed lunch. Approx. 9 miles, easy-going.
Booking essential on 01268 711 001. Cost £8 per person.

Theatre Evening - A Midsummer Night's Dream (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 20 Jul 2013 – Sat 20 Jul 2013

The Bard's classic comedy as you've never seen it before. The Pantaloons return to their Shakespearean roots with the ultimate open-air crowd pleaser. This hilarious production will conjure up all the fun of a festival with music, magic and audience participation. Bring your own picnic, 7pm - 9pm.
Booking essential on 0845 612 1253. Cost Adults £12, Children £6.

Essex Craft & Design Show (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 27 Jul 2013 – Sun 28 Jul 2013

High quality show including a wide range of UK-based craft/designer makers and artists, some of whom will also be demonstrating during the weekend. It's the ideal opportunity to buy a piece of original art or craft, but also to meet the artist who created the work.
Stallholder enquiries to: info@beachhutevents.co.uk
10am - 5pm
Normal garden admission applies, booking not required.

Flower Show (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 01 Aug 2013 – Sun 04 Aug 2013

This four day summer Flower Show is a must for all plant-lovers. Browse, shop and obtain advice from almost 50 specialist nurseries and garden trade stands, including many RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Palace Flower Show medal winners. Exhibitors will have floral displays of seasonal favourites to excite and inspire you.

Between 10am & 5pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Chelmsford Art Society (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 09 Aug 2013 – Sun 11 Aug 2013

Enjoy a collection of works by Society members.
10am – 5pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Association of Essex Photographers Exhibition (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 16 Aug 2013 – Mon 26 Aug 2013

Browse and buy a wonderful selection of framed photographs depicting landscapes, flora, fauna and still life. Representatives from the group will be on hand throughout the exhibition to answer any questions you may have.
Between 10am & 5.30pm.
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Autumn Plant Fair (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 21 Sep 2013 – Sun 22 Sep 2013

Organised by ‘Plant Heritage’ this event provides the perfect opportunity to buy rare and unusual plants brought to you by some of the region’s specialist nurseries.
Between 10am & 4pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Chilli Pepper Weekend (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 28 Sep 2013 – Sun 29 Sep 2013

Explore the spicier side of vegetable growing! With colourful plant displays, food stalls, growing advice and chilli tasting, it promises to be a true feast for your senses.
Between 10am & 4pm.
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Grow Your Own Autumn Festival (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 12 Oct 2013 – Sun 13 Oct 2013

Celebrate everything that is autumn - colourful displays of fruit and veg & local produce. Children can enjoy a mini farm, longest apple peel, apple tasting and craft activities.
Craft In Focus will also be attending and visitors will be able to purchase from some of the finest professional designer makers in the UK today.
Between 10am & 4pm.
Normal garden admission applies, booking not required.

Linking Landscapes - Autumn Walk (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 20 Oct 2013 – Sun 20 Oct 2013

Starting at the Hanningfield Visitor Centre, you will be taken up to Hyde Hall where you will then walk through the garden and the surrounding landscape and habitats, finishing back at Hanningfield. Bring your own packed lunch. Approx. 9 miles, easy-going.
10am - 3pm.
Booking essential on 01268 711 001. Cost £8 per person.

Children’s Pumpkin Carving (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 26 Oct 2013 – Sat 26 Oct 2013

Have fun carving pumpkins and making witch-shaped candles. Come in fancy dress and receive a treat. Pumpkins available for sale at the garden (while stocks last).
Between 10am & 3pm
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Children’s Sens-ational Half Term Fun (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Tue 29 Oct 2013 – Thu 31 Oct 2013

Get creative with our hands-on art and craft activities based on senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing. Activities include vicious veg feely boxes, lavender bags, leaf masks and musical shakers.
Between 10am & 3pm.
Normal garden admission applies, plus additional cash payment of £2 per child.

FREE Day Friday (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 08 Nov 2013 – Fri 08 Nov 2013

Enjoy the rich autumn tones of the garden for free. If you’re already a member, then bring your friends and share the benefits of RHS membership.
Between 10am & 4pm
FREE admission.

Christmas Shopping Evening (Visitor Centre) (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 21 Nov 2013 – Thu 21 Nov 2013

Enjoy the unique stress-free atmosphere of shopping at Hyde Hall where you’ll find some great gifts for friends and family. Includes a Christmas market, a local choir, and a special visitor from the North Pole.
Between 6pm & 9pm.
FREE admission, ample parking and 20% off all shop purchases.

Christmas Craft Fair (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 23 Nov 2013 – Sun 24 Nov 2013

Organised by the Guild of Essex Craftsmen this weekend is an ideal opportunity to obtain those special and individually hand made presents for family and friends at reasonable prices.
Between 10am & 3pm.
Normal garden admission applies. Booking not required.

Children’s Magic of Christmas (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 07 Dec 2013 – Sun 08 Dec 2013

Enjoy story telling sessions with Santa and have fun making cards, angels and decorating biscuits to take home.
Between 10am & 3pm.
Normal garden admission applies, plus additional cash payment of £2 per child.

Flower Show Breakfast (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 02 Aug 2013 – Fri 02 Aug 2013

Premium parking, a full English breakfast and early bird entry. RHS Members £14.75, Non-Members £21.95 per person (includes Garden entry). Booking essential, call 0845 612 1253.

08:30-09:30

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