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Houghall Gardens
East Durham and Houghall College, Stockton Road.
Set in 25 acres it presents a range of gardening styles with an arboretum
containing some rare tree varieties as well as the National Collection
of Whitebeams. Orchid House (entry by arrangement). Water, heather and
woodland gardens as well as a nursery selling plants and a coffee shop.
Opening times:
Open all year
Charges:
Admission free
Enquiries:
Tel: 0191 386 1351
Also nearby:
Houghall Discovery Trail, by Shincliffe
Bridge - a well-marked 21/2 mile walk along wooded tracks through attractive
countryside.
Old Durham Gardens
Riverside 17th century terraced gardens undergoing restoration, featuring
pyramid yews, fragrant flowers and plants of the period and an orchard
growing 17th century fruit varieties.
Wharton Park
City centre park offering breathtaking views of Durham. Impressive floral
displays and Victorian style conservatory, also tennis courts, putting
green, children’s electric cars (not available in winter), children’s
play area with swings, slide etc.
Open all year.