Bring your mother to the gardens and she will receive free
tea and cake.
Cream teas available to pre-order
Enjoy traditional daffodils, camellias and a host of lovely spring
woodlanders.
Green Island Gardens will be open on the Easter Weekend. Bring the family out to the gardens, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Easter egg hunt for our younger visitors.
A chance to visit the gardens and enjoy the sights & smells of spring with the woodlands carpeted in Bluebells and the vibrant Azaleas. An open air bazaar will be held in the main gardens with stalls showcasing local art, crafts and produce. For updates on the Bluebells Bazaar and NGS Open Day please like and share our event on the Green Island Gardens Facebook page.
For stall holder information and booking form click here
Join Heartbreak Productions for David Walliams’ best-seller Mr Stink on the outdoor stage. Pack a picnic, grab a chair and dress for the weather. Packed with fun, humour and a heart-warming message, this touching tale provides the perfect family entertainment.
Recommended for age 7 and above
Running time: 2 hrs
Prices: Child/Conc. £10, Adult £15, Family £45. To book tickets, click here
Our annual Autumn colour weekend & NGS open day.
See the gardens in their fiery autumn glory with Acers, Nyssas,
Parrotias, Liquidambars, Fothergilla, and many more, including Green Island's 2 National Collections of Autumn & Winter flowering Camellias and Hamamelis all looking good.
Christmas Wreath Workshops
Why not consider Green Island Gardens? Our grounds create a stunning backdrop for a whole range of events from Weddings, to Bar Mitzvahs, Funeral Wakes, Baby Showers, Children's and Adults Birthday Parties, and Anniversaries.
Each function is tailored to your requirements. We will build the package to suit your needs ranging from basic venue hire to Victorian afternoon tea party or large evening function with hog roast, music and dancing.
Our team can work with you to make your event memorable.
Green Island Gardens currently does not hold a license for traditional wedding ceremonies, however we are able to hold alternative ceremonies and wedding receptions.
Contact us for more information or check out our functions & weddings information booklet below.
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