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RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Take in world-class horticulture at this beautiful RHS garden in Chelmsford, Essex

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Highlights

  • Explore this jewel of a garden set across 365 acres of rolling Essex countryside which embraces superb ornamental horticulture, wild woodlands, and majestic meadows
  • Visit the iconic Dry Garden, a marvellous showcase of more than 400 plant species that thrive in regions of very low rainfall
  • Experience the courtyard gardens, the sleek stylised Modern Country Garden is sleek and stylised, and the classic, charming and relaxed Cottage Garden
  • Take a springtime stroll around the Wildwood to see the vibrant primroses and catkins. Enjoy the garden in full bloom with spectacular displays of magnolias and rhododendrons
  • In the autumn it’s the perfect place to see fiery foliage. The spindle trees on the outer edge of the estate provide a unique autumnal display of deep red leaves contrasting with pink and orange fruits next to the Raywood ash with its spectacular range of colours from crimson through to purple

What's included

  • Entry to RHS Hyde Hall

Prepare for the experience

Children information:

  • Baby changing facilities available.

Accessibility information:

  • There are eight manual wheelchairs available at the garden entrance for ‘on-the-day’ use.
  • One carer or companion is admitted free of charge per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor or another person whose disability necessitates a carer.
  • Please contact us for more information.

Ticket restrictions:

  • Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (every day except Christmas Day)
    • Last entry is 5:00 pm

How to get there

  • Address: RHS Hyde Hall, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8ET
  • Road access / Directions: 20 minutes from the centre of Chelmsford.
  • Nearest train stations: Chelmsford, 8 miles; Wickford, 5 miles; South Woodham Ferrers, 3 miles.

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by RHS Garden Hyde Hall.

Once you have completed your booking, you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain. Your eTicket will be then emailed to you within 72 hours. This can be downloaded and used through your mobile phone or printed out and shown when visiting the attraction.