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Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture

Join our gardening guru volunteers for a horticultural tour of Crook Hall Gardens.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Expert garden volunteers share their knowledge about the seasonal flowers, plants and shrubs which give each garden its unique character. With insights into a nature-friendly, sustainable approach to gardening.

Please note: Garden tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on 0191 383 1832.

Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet at the entrance to the maze, near to admissions.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor event, we recommend weather appropriate clothing and shoes.

Accessibility

Winding, narrow or uneven paths make some areas inaccessible to wheelchair users.

Upcoming events

May half term: Pollinator trail 

Explore the gardens on a self-led trail to discover buzzing bees and fluttering butterflies.

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on
25 May to 18 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 24 other dates or times

North East Festival of Blossom 2026: Art and photography student exhibition 

Encounter creative responses to Blossom around Crook Hall Gardens, designed by students from the University of Sunderland.

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on
25 May to 12 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 18 other dates or times

May half term: Sports and garden games 

Outdoor fun for all the family.

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on
26 May 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

History of Durham city walk 

A guided walk from Crook Hall Gardens delving into the history of Durham.

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on
26 May to 27 Oct 2026
at 13:00 to 15:00+ 22 other dates or times