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.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
Winding, narrow or uneven paths make some areas inaccessible to wheelchair users.
- Meeting point
Meet at the entrance to the maze, near to admissions.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor event, we recommend weather appropriate clothing and shoes.
Upcoming events
Wellies, wildlife & autumn fun trail | October Half Term 2026
Grab your wellies and come along for a seasonal adventure at Crook Hall Gardens this October Half Term.
Being Human, Sensing Nature: A creative walk in Durham’s Green Corridor
Join the Being Human team for a creative walk in the Durham City Green Corridor.
Crook Hall Gardens poetry walk
From springtime stanzas and summer sonnets to autumn anthologies and wintery works, experience a seasonal poetry walk at Crook Hall Gardens.
Guided walk: Crook Hall Gardens to the Oriental Museum
Explore Durham on a guided walk to the Oriental Museum.