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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. 6 Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.
Accessibility:
Opening Times
| 01/03/2008 - 31/10/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 01/11/2008 - 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 & 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
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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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