Biddulph Grange Garden

Fire up little imaginations and become real-life explorers for a day. What’s more exciting than discovering an Egyptian pyramid or ringing the bell in a Chinese temple? Intrigued?

What is there to do at Biddulph Grange Garden?

Biddulph Grange Garden is a National Trust property in the Staffordshire Moorlands. If you’re not a National Trust member then an entrance fee will apply but it’s a whole lot cheaper than an around-the-world flight! With beautiful gardens to explore, a woodland playground to find, mysterious tunnels, a trip around the world, and some fossils thrown into the mix it’s the perfect place to stretch those legs.

If you’re a buggy user then it is doable but there are a number of steps in and around the gardens so you will need to carry the buggy up and down a fair bit. I’ve visited Biddulph Grange Gardens with both a buggy and also while baby-wearing.

A masterpiece of Victorian garden design, a quirky playful paradise, these gardens really are something to behold. Usually at National Trust properties the playgrounds hold the most appeal for my boys but here at Biddulph Grange Gardens they love finding the Egyptian pyramids, and the Golden Bull in the temple gardens. It all feels a bit magical, and you don’t know what you’re going to find around the next corner.

This is a great venue if you have a reluctant walker, you’ll be surprised how far you clock up if you explore every tunnel, hidden path and zone within the gardens. There are plenty of benches where you can stop and take a breather too. You are welcome to take a picnic or why not head to the café for refreshments while you’re there?

For the gardeners amongst you, there is a well-stocked garden shop with specimen plants and garden accessories for sale. If geology is your thing then the The Gallery contains a selection of fossils that are displayed in chronological order determined by both mid-19th century geological knowledge and the Christian story of Genesis. The structure which combines both science and religion is the only one of its kind. And finally, the lake is home to some beautiful large koi carp which you can feed if you buy a bag of fish food from the National Trust shop on site. This is always one of the highlights of our visits.

Further Information

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe which sells hot and cold food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

With beautiful gardens to explore, a woodland playground, mysterious tunnels, a trip around the world, and some fossils. Plus toilets and places to eat.

What are the ticket prices?

Free to National Trust Members. A standard ticket is £12 for an adult and £6.00 for a child. Family tickets are available. Children aged under 5 are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.