Gardens to Visit in West Midlands
Birmingham Botanical
Bird of Paradise Flower (strelitzia)
A vast array of sub-tropical and mediterranean plants are set within this 15 acres of spectacular landscaped gardens. One of the finest plant collections in the Midlands. Its four ornate Victorian greenhouses are filled with leafy exotics, tropical flowers and cacti. Attractions include bird aviaries and a children's adventure playground.
Facilities: shop, plant centre
Open: all year, daily
Address: Edgbaston, Birmingham B15
3TR
Tel: 0121
454 1860
Web: birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk
Castle Bromwich Hall
The Walled Garden © John G Hill (CC2)
Explore ten acres of beautifully restored 17th-c formal walled gardens, which are host to an amazing collection of period plants, vegetables and fruit trees. Family friendly activities. Regular events throughout the season. Daily trails and woodland walks.
Facilities: even flat pathways, cafe
Open: all year
Address: Chester Rd, Birmingham B36 9DE
Tel: 0121 749 4100
Web: castlebromwichhallgardens.org.uk
Due to the wide variations in opening times, and seasonal changes, we are only able to state the core months in which these gardens are open. For details of the actual days and times of opening, please visit the garden's website using the link provided or call them using the telephone number listed.