Welcome to the Botanic Garden
Durham University's 10 hectare Botanic Garden is set amongst beautiful mature woodlands on the southern outskirts of Durham city. Open to the public, the Botanic Garden offers a wide variety of landscapes to explore and discover, with guests young and old visiting throughout the year.
Winter Wonderland
Pick up a leaflet from the Visitor Centre and see what you can discover in the garden. This is a self-led activity, and subject to availability of spotter sheets.
News
Maintenance work is needed to the entrances of the Visitor Centre and this will take place as follows:
- Monday 19th November, 8am to 11am - Front Entrance
- Tuesday 20th November, 8am to 1pm - Back Entrance
Visitors will be redirected to use alternative entrances.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, and trust you will bear with us so the repairs can be made.
The Botanic Garden is open:
10am to 5pm from 1st March to 31st October
10am to 4pm from 1st November to end of February (closed between Christmas and New Year).
We are open on Bank Holidays and Easter Sunday.
| Adults | £4.00 | |
| Concession | £3.00 | |
| Students/Children (over 5) | £1.50 | |
| Infants | Free | |
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Carers |
Free | |
| Durham University Campus Card holders | Free |
FUN FOR FAMILIES
From a day out in the fresh air, to Christmas craft activities in our glasshouses, the Botanic Garden offers a variety of activity to keep kids entertained throughout the year.
4SCHOOLS
Book a visit to Durham University Botanic Garden with the 4schools team to explore the Garden and discover more about its fascinating plant-life and natural areas.
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