Christmas and New Year
Ness Botanic Gardens will close to both Members and visitors at 4pm on Sunday 21 December 2025. The Gardens will re-open to all at 10.00am on Saturday 3 January 2026. We look forward to seeing you all back at Ness Botanic Gardens in the New Year. We wish you all a very happy Christmas.
Welcome to Ness Botanic Gardens
Based on the Wirral peninsula, Ness Botanic Gardens offers 64 acres of beautiful gardens, with views of the River Dee and North Wales.
Opening times
The gardens are open daily from 10am until 4pm, with last admissions at 3.30pm.
Ticket prices
Buy your tickets online in advance or on the day from the Visitor Centre.
Getting here
10 miles from Chester and 17 from Liverpool, find out how to reach us by road, rail or bike.
Become a member
Join as a member today and you'll enjoy free entry to the gardens and other exclusive benefits.
Explore the gardens
Explore the delights of Ness, from the famous attractions across our 64 acres, to some of the hidden gems.
What's on
Discover the variety of workshops and classes, seasonal events and family activities at Ness.