Garden tours

Join a free guided walk around the gardens on the second and third Saturdays of each month.

The walks, suitable for aged 16 or above, are designed to give a captivating introduction to the gardens, sharing some of the science and history of Ness.

Join our expert garden guides as they lead you through some of the mesmerising landscapes at Ness, unveiling the hidden stories and seasonal wonders that make each visit unique.

Dates and times

Each walk starts at 11am, meeting outside the garden entrance of the Visitor Centre, and lasts approximately one hour. Upcoming dates include:

Saturday 8 February 2025, 11am
Saturday 15 February 2025, 11am
Saturday 8 March 2025, 11am
Saturday 15 March 2025, 11am
Saturday 12 April 2025, 11am
Saturday 19 April 2025, 11am
Saturday 10 May 2025, 11am
Saturday 17 May 2025, 11am
Saturday 14 June 2025, 11am
Saturday 21 June 2025, 11am
Saturday 12 July 2025, 11am
Saturday 19 July 2025, 11am
Saturday 9 August 2025, 11am
Saturday 16 August 2025, 11am
Saturday 13 September 2025, 11am
Saturday 20 September 2025, 11am
Saturday 11 October 2025, 11am
Saturday 18 October 2025, 11am
Saturday 8 November 2025, 11am
Saturday 15 November 2025, 11am.

How to book

The tour is included in entry to the gardens, however places are limited to 16 per tour, so booking is essential.

Book your place via our online store

Private guided tours

In addition to our free garden tours, we also offer the option of a private guided tour to make a visit to Ness all the more memorable.

Providing a captivating introduction to the gardens, you'll learn about its science and history dating and discover a variety of seasonal wonders in your own private group.

Private tours start from outside the Visitor Centre and last approximately 60-90 minutes
There's an additional charge of £75 per guide
There are no minimum numbers required to book a private tour, although we do recommend a maximum number of 20 people per guide. Larger groups will need to book additional guides.

Bespoke tours are available on request. For more information, please contact Kate Hotson by emailing nessgdns@liverpool.ac.uk.