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Durham University Botanic Garden
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.
Accessibility:
Opening Times
| 01/11/2008 - 23/12/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| 02/01/2009 - 28/02/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| 01/03/2009 - 31/10/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 01/11/2009 - 23/12/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult - 2009 | £4.00 per ticket type |
| Adult - 2008 | £3.00 per ticket type |
| Concession - 2009 | £3.00 per ticket type |
| Concession - 2008 | £2.00 per ticket type |
| Child - 2008 | £1.50 per ticket type |
| Child - 2009 | £1.50 per ticket type |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A167.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. Howlands Park and Ride entrance off South Road (second entrance to Botanic Garden). Durham Cathedral bus, JSB Travel, 01388 458099. Arriva 0871 200 2233
Facilities
Provider Features
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - For disabled visitors only
- Parking (free) - Park & Ride at Howlands
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Light refreshments available. Max 48.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Approx length of visit - 1-2 hours
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Please telephone beforehand.
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 30
- Min group size - 10
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Attraction Facilities
- Education Groups Min - 15
- Educational Groups Max - 30
Related Links
Hollingside Lane
Durham
County Durham
DH1 3TN
Durham
County Durham
DH1 3TN
Tel: +44 0191 334 5521
Fax: +44 0191 334 6477
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