Business Details
Award-Winning Garden Centre in Preston
Barton Grange, located in the heart of Lancashire, is an award-winning destination offering a comprehensive range of horticultural and lifestyle products. Recognised as the GCAs Destination Garden Centre of the Year 2025, we combine extensive plant selections with premium homeware, gourmet food offerings, and specialist services. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our Five Year Hardy Plant Guarantee and partnerships with local suppliers. The business operates across multiple departments including outdoor plants, houseplants, a farm shop, cook shop, and dining facilities.With a focus on customer experience, we provide expert gardening advice, seasonal events, and a dedicated team committed to maintaining high service standards. Our acquisition by Blue Diamond Garden Centres in July 2025 has expanded our offerings to include exclusive fashion collections while maintaining our core values of quality and customer satisfaction.
Services
Plants & Gardening
Homeware & Gifts
Farm Shop
Cook Shop
Dining Facilities
Highlights and features
- Winner of GCAs Destination Garden Centre of the Year 2025
- Five Year Hardy Plant Guarantee on all plants
- Dedicated team of horticultural experts available daily
- Extensive range of locally sourced food and artisan products
- Integrated gardening advice and educational resources
Associations and certifications
- Garden Centre Association
What people say
Excellent family day out
Wide variety of plants
Attentive staff
Beautiful garden centre
Several hours needed
Services
Plants & Gardening
We offer an extensive selection of seasonal plants with expert gardening advice. Our outdoor plant area features premium quality stock with a Five Year Hardy Plant Guarantee. The department includes specialist sections for houseplants, bonsai, and wildlife-friendly gardening products.
Homeware & Gifts
Our curated collection features unique homeware and gift items with seasonal updates. The department includes fragrances, soft furnishings, floristry, and decorative accessories. We offer exclusive designer ranges and regular new arrivals to refresh living spaces.
Farm Shop
The award-winning farm shop showcases Lancashire's finest food producers. We offer fresh meat from Honeywells Butchers, artisan cheeses, baked goods, and seasonal produce. The department includes a dedicated deli counter and range of frozen foods.
Cook Shop
Our specialist kitchenware department stocks premium cookware and dining essentials. The range includes small appliances from leading brands, baking equipment, and designer tableware. Regularly updated collections feature seasonal cookery books and specialty utensils.
Dining Facilities
Two onsite restaurants provide dining experiences using local ingredients. Willows Restaurant offers table service with seasonal menus while Riverside Cafe provides casual dining. Both venues feature dedicated children's menus and special event dining options.
Questions
What are Barton Grange's opening hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-5:30pm, and Sunday 10:30am-4:30pm. Closed New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Can I bring my dog to Barton Grange?
We only allow assistance and guide dogs on our premises for health and safety reasons.
Do you offer gift cards?
Yes, we offer Barton Grange gift cards in various designs that can be used across all departments including restaurants and shops.
What plant guarantees do you offer?
We provide a Five Year Hardy Plant Guarantee on all our plants, reflecting our confidence in product quality and growing conditions.
Are there dining options onsite?
Yes, we have two dining venues - Willows Restaurant offering table service and Riverside Cafe for casual dining, both using local ingredients.
Do you deliver large items?
Yes, we offer a delivery service for stoneware, trees and large pots across the North West. Charges apply based on location and item size.
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