MID Cheshire has no shortage of garden centres that offer much more than just plants.
From relaxed cafés to stylish homeware and scenic surroundings, many have become destinations in their own right.
Whether you’re planning a browse or a full day out, there’s plenty to enjoy beyond the garden.
High Legh Garden Centre
Found on Halliwell’s Brow, High Legh Garden Centre is one of the most popular in the region – and for good reason.
Offering both shopping and dining experiences, the centre is the perfect place for a day out.
On their website, they say: “Awarded the title of ‘Best Garden Centre in the North West’ for several years; it really is a true Aladdin’s cave of great ideas for the garden, home, and leisurely living.
“Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or if you’re just looking for some inspiration, a few hours at High Legh will provide you with a thousand and one ideas for your garden and home.”
Weaver Vale Garden Centre
Weaver Vale Garden Centre is located on Winnington Avenue in Northwich.
Weaver Vale Garden Centre has lots of plants on offer (Image: Weaver Vale Garden Centre)
Online, they state: “Create beautiful gardens with our great range of plants; receive great gardening help from our team; browse our outdoor living, gifts and homewares or enjoy great-tasting food in our coffee shop.”
They also offer a range of workshops and classes that can be booked online – keep an eye on their Facebook page for more details.
T & S Riley
A family-run business, T & S Riley is situated off Sudlow Lane in Knutsford.
T & S Riley was established in 2003 (Image: T & S Riley)
They specialise in growing quality basket and container plants, and perennials.
T & S Riley is open seasonally, between March and August.
Treetops Nursery
Treetops Nursery is a family-run business found on Holmes Chapel Road in Knutsford.
Treetops Nursery is a a small garden centre in Knutsford (Image: Treetops Nursery)
They serve food from their Treetops Cafe, and promise ‘top quality plants at reasonable prices’.
Plumleys Garden Centre
Located on Plumley Moor Road near Knutsford, Plumleys Garden Centre stocks a wide range of trees, perennials, and shrubs.
Gardeners will be able to find whatever plant they need at Plumleys Garden Centre (Image: Plumleys Garden Centre)
A family-owned business, they also operate a coffee shop and two concession shops.
Online, they state: “Our plant centre offers plenty of ideas and inspiration to help you get the most from your garden, whatever time of year.”
Windmill Nurseries
Windmill Nurseries is situated on Budworth Road in Tabley, near Knutsford.
A traditional, small nursery, Windmill Nurseries has been praised by online reviewers for its old-school approach and reasonable prices.
One Google reviewer wrote: “Called in on Sunday on the recommendation of a friend.
“Proper old school nursery, not a garden centre selling tat.
“Very reasonable prices and healthy bedding plants, and easy to park.
“Friendly owner and staff.”
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