Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family-Run Garden Centre Since 1952
Established in 1952 by Gerald Hall, we are a family-run business that has grown from humble beginnings to become one of the UK's most successful garden centres. Now in our third generation, we continue to provide expert horticultural and aquatic services while maintaining the values and passion passed down through our family. Our knowledgeable staff offer professional advice on all our products, ensuring customers receive the highest standard of service.We pride ourselves on being more than just a garden centre, offering additional services including our Aquatic Superstore, seasonal Christmas shop, and The Garden Room restaurant. Our commitment to excellence and our loyal team of long-serving staff mean customers can shop with confidence and become part of our friendly local community.
Services
Garden Supplies
Aquatic Products
Coffee Shop
Gift Vouchers
Seasonal Items
Garden Buildings
Landscaping
Plant Sales
Water Features
Coffee & Snacks
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of combined horticultural and aquatic expertise
- Our knowledgeable staff provide expert advice on all our products
- We combine professional service with a friendly, family-oriented approach
- We operate one of the UK's largest Aquatic Superstores
- Our third-generation family business maintains high service standards
Services
Garden Centre
We provide a comprehensive selection of plants, flowers, trees and garden supplies. Our knowledgeable staff offer expert advice on all products to help customers achieve their gardening goals. From amateur gardeners to horticulture enthusiasts, our garden centre offers everything needed for successful gardening projects.
Aquatic Superstore
Our Aquatic Superstore offers a wide range of fish, aquariums and water gardening products. Located above our Japanese water garden, trained staff provide expert advice on aquatic care. We stock everything from small ornaments to large pond installations for both indoor and outdoor water features.
The Garden Room
Our on-site restaurant serves hot and cold meals daily with options for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. The Garden Room offers indoor and outdoor seating, with special menus including vegan, gluten-free and children's options available throughout the day.
Seasonal Shop
We offer seasonal items including Christmas decorations and garden gifts. Our National Garden Gift Vouchers can be used at over 2,000 UK garden centres. The shop features garden tools, protective clothing and seasonal plants for all gardening needs throughout the year.
Garden Buildings
Our Show Site displays numerous garden structures including greenhouses, log cabins, sheds and storage units. Customers can view different options and configurations to find the perfect solution for their garden space and storage requirements.
Questions
What services and products do you offer?
We provide garden supplies, aquatic products, seasonal items, gift vouchers, coffee shop services and display garden buildings at our Sutton Coldfield location.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 9:00-17:30 and Sunday 10:00-16:00, with The Garden Room closing daily at 16:00 for serving food.
Do you offer gift options for gardeners?
We offer National Garden Gift Vouchers redeemable at over 2,000 UK garden centres, plus seasonal gift ideas for gardening enthusiasts.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving customers since 1952, making us a third-generation family business with over 70 years of combined experience.
Do you have online shopping available?
Online purchasing options are available for our customers through our e-commerce website platform.
Reviews (3)
Sheila Jackson
Jul 27, 2018
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We had a lovely lunch today. There are plenty of vegan options. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend and hope.
Paul Gardiner
Jul 06, 2018
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What a fabulous afternoon tea made even better by the best customer service we have ever received in any restaurant. The food was excellent, very.
Aaron Knight
Apr 29, 2016
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It's a lovely place with a friendly atmosphere my personal favourite is the afternoon tea, which is beautifully presented and at a reasonable price.