GROUP VISITS TO YORK GATE

When can groups visit?

Groups are always very welcome at York Gate and visits can be made during our normal opening hours and at some other times (see below). It is essential to book.

Public Opening Times 2012

• 1st April - 30th September: Thursdays & Sundays, 2pm - 5pm.

• Bank Holiday weekends (April, May, June & August): Sunday & Monday, 11am - 5pm; Tuesday 5th June 11am - 5pm

• Evening: Tuesday 26th June, 6.30pm - 9pm

Other Times

• It is also possible to arrange a private visit between Easter and the end of September on Tuesdays between 10am and 4pm and on Fridays between 10am and 3pm. A minimum charge applies to these visits.

How long should we allow for our visit?

Allow about 1¼-1½ hours for your visit and a little more if you want refreshments.

What facilities are there?

• A free leaflet with a short history of the garden and a garden plan is available for all visitors. Translations are available in French, German, Italian and Japanese. Guided tours can sometimes be arranged.

• Light refreshments (tea, coffee, cake and biscuits) are available on public open days and on other days by special arrangement.

• There is a toilet.

• There is a plant stall on public open days and at other times by arrangement.

Bring an umbrella or waterproof clothing. In the event of rain there are only limited places to take shelter.

What will it cost?

Admission charges in 2012

Public open days/evenings:

• Adults: £4.50

• Children: Free

Visits at other times (Minimum charge £140):

• Adults: £7.00 (£8.50 including tea/coffee & biscuits; £9.50 including tea/coffee & cake)

• Children: Free

Parking

There is no parking on site but cars and coaches can park in a lay-by a few minutes walk away. Details about how to find the garden and where to park will be sent with confirmation of your booking.

Disabled Visitors

The garden is preserved in the style and character in which it was created by its former owners. Regrettably access for wheelchairs is difficult because of the narrow paths and gravel surfaces. Please let us know in advance if anyone in a wheelchair is intending to visit and we will do our best to help.

Smoking

Smoking in the garden is not permitted.

Who owns York Gate?

York Gate is owned by the charity, Perennial (formerly the Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society).

Booking a group visit

The best way to book is to ring or email us. (Note: the office is only staffed on a part time basis.)

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