RHS Hyde Hall
Chelmsford, Essex
About RHS Hyde Hall
RHS Garden Hyde Hall in rural is a place where you can unwind in stunning natural surroundings while your kids run around, play and explore. Whether it's giant woodland play towers or gardens that emulate the beauty of the Southern hemisphere, at RHS Hyde Hall there's so much to see and learn! Check out our guide to a day of outdoor fun at RHS Garden Hyde Hall... Things To Do At Hyde Hall
Giant Woodland Tower
To start with, there’s a giant 7-metre Higgledy Hyde woodland tower to keep your cheeky monkeys entertained with slides, swings on ropes, wobble boards and much more. And this is just the beginning...
Garden Trail Follow a garden trail to discover many bizarre plants - from one which smells like peanut butter, to one which has leaves as big as a brolly! The tiny explorers are also welcome to go on a bug hunt, or see how many different types of fish they can spot in the pond. Don’t forget to stop by the bird hide to make some new feathery friends! Australia and New Zealand Garden
Walk through a collection of plants native to Australasia in the Australia & New Zealand Garden. Discover Eucalyptus trees, unusual shrubs and perennials, ans a wide collection of plants from the Southern Hemisphere, all on a slope! Little ones love the array of different textures in this part of the gardens, with so many wild and wonderful plants blossoming against the odds of the UK climate.
Woodland Garden Feel as if you are the main character of a fairytale novel in the beautiful Woodland Garden. Situated on the hilltop, the Woodland Garden is teeming with magic and wildlife. Watch the rhododendrons, Camellias, and West Himalayan birch trees thrive as you stroll through this natural wonderland. If you are looking to continue your fairytale head to other parts of the garden like the Shrub Rose Border and Gold Border, The Island Beds and Lawns,Herbaceous Border or the Rose Garden and Rose Rope Walk.
Bird Watching
Fancy a spot of bird watching? At the Reservoir and Bird Hide kids can discover up to 90 different species of birds! Some of the species being wigeons, mallards, swans, pochard, moorhen, tufted duck, teal, coot, little grebe, snipe, cormorant, heron and greylag goose. The man-made, clay-lined reservoir has become a haven for dragonflies too.
Why we recommend Hyde Hall as a must visit for families *Make the most of being - find a quiet spot in the shade to have a family picnic and let the little ones enjoy the fresh air.
*Running barefoot in the grass, rolling down green hills, or flying a kite are all things your tots will enjoy.
*RHS Garden Hyde Hall also regularly organises family-friendly activities and so be sure to check what’s on before you go.
Reviews of Hyde Hall:
Parent Sonia Worton says:
"We always have such a lovely time at Hyde Hall and enjoy coming at different times of the year to see the changes. We recently attended Glow and had such a lovely evening. It was like visiting a completely different venue. Well done to all involved!"
Family friendly seasonal activities
From school holiday events to special themed days, there's something fun happening all year at Hyde Hall.
Children's Play Area
Excellent facilties for children to run, climb and play. They will love to explore the giant wooden play tower.
Beautiful scenery and garden
Hyde Hall is a breathtaking garden that has captured the hearts of visitors for years. With its stunning array of plant life, meticulously manicured landscapes, and serene atmosphere, Hyde Hall offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening 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
Open everyday from 10am. Closing at 4pm in autumn/winter and 6pm in spring/summer.
Closed Christmas day.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (5-16) : £5.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-4) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : £16.80
Book online in advance and save.
Free car parking.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 4 - 5 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Vegan, vegetarian, and special diets catered for.
Menu items include hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches, scones, wraps, soup, and hot seasonal food items.
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Creephedge Lane, Rettendon
Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8ET
England
What3Words: ///access.cats.blanks
Tel: 01245402019
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
There is a bus service between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea with a stop off at Hyde Hall.
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