If you are a UK taxpayer and add a 10% donation to your admission we can claim tax back from the Government’s Gift Aid scheme. This means we get an extra 25p for every £1 you spend.
Current ticket prices
| Visitors | With Gift Aid | Without Gift Aid |
| Ness Members | Free | |
| Adults | £9.25 | £8.50 |
| Children, 4 and under | Free | |
| Children, 5-16 years old | £4.85 | £4.50 |
| Family (2 adults and 3 children) | £23.00 | £21.50 |
| Concession (age 60+ or disabled) | £8.15 | £7.50 |
| Students | £1 | |
| University of Liverpool staff | £1 | |
| Carers (see below) | Free | |
| RHS members (see below) | Free (January and February) | |
Free or discounted entry
Free or significantly discounted entry is available to Ness members, students, University of Liverpool staff, carers and, for a limited time, RHS members.
We also offer discounted entry for group bookings of 20 people or more.
- Students will need to bring a student identification card or proof of course enrolment. TOTUM and UNiDAYS cards are not accepted as proof of student status
- University of Liverpool staff will need to show their staff ID card
- Carers need to be aged 18 or above. To qualify for the concessionary rate, you'll need to be providing help and support to an individual, visiting the gardens, who is in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP), or who holds an Access Card or Blue Badge. The term should not be confused with a foster carer or care assistant. We'll ask to see the relevant Access Card, Blue Badge or DLA or PIP receipt at the welcome desk on the day of your visit
- RHS members, free entry applies to the card holder with an asterisk on the back of the card only. Those without an asterisk will be charged admission. Free entry is unavailable on bank holidays and event days.
Group bookings
We offer discounted admission prices for group bookings of 20 people or more.
| Visitors | Group rate (per person) |
|---|---|
| Adults | £7.50 |
| Children, 4 and under | Free |
| Children, 5-16 years | £4.50 |
| Carers | Free |
Coach drivers of pre-paid groups of 20 or more will receive free entry to the gardens.
We're also able to offer bespoke dining packages for groups. Please ask for further information when booking.
You may also be interested in arranging a private guided tour of the gardens.
BBC Gardeners World 241 Vouchers
We're happy to accept the BBC Gardeners World 241 Voucher on most weekdays. The entrance fee will be charged at the adult admission rate of £8.50 for two adults. The voucher will not be accepted at weekends, bank holidays or event days.
Dogs
Please note, only registered service or assistance dogs are allowed in the Visitor Centre and gardens. However, you are more welcome to use our dog-friendly patio next to the Botanic Kitchen.
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