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Getting here
Only 30 mins from Liverpool and 20 minutes from Chester. The Gardens can be accessed by car, rail, bus or bike.
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Group bookings
We offer discounted admission prices for groups of 20 or more people & the option to booked a private guided tour.
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School visits
We offer a wide range of hands-on curriculum linked activities for visiting school groups
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Accessibility
Ness Botanic Gardens is a place for everyone, and we want to make it easy for all our visitors to enjoy their day with us.
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Food and drink
The Botanic Kitchen café provides great food and drink. Takeaway, indoor and outdoor seating available.
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Shopping
Help support the gardens and local businesses by treating yourself in our gift & plant shop.
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Useful information
We have a few dos and don'ts in place to keep everyone happy.