Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

Devon’s most magnificent historic gardens - a great day out for all.

Spanning nearly 300 years of horticultural history, these magnificent gardens are set in East Devon's picturesque Otter Valley, between the ancient city of Exeter and southwest England's Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The superbly landscaped park combines 18th century tranquility with modern amenities to provide all year round enjoyment for everyone of all ages including historic glasshouses, a countryside museum, the Bicton Woodland Railway train ride, nature trail, maze, mini golf, indoor and outdoor children’s play complexes, ice-free skating, restaurant and shop.
 

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The Gardens are OPEN
throughout January
10am - 4 pm

Please call 01395568465 for exact times and details

during the current cold spell.

Visitors are advised to wrap up and wear sensible footware

for the icy conditions and take extreme caution

while walking outside.
 
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The park includes a miniature village, climbing camp and acres of informal gardens to explore and play in. A nature trail, mini golf, childrens football pitch, indoor play zone and ice free skating rink add to the fun.
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Stroll through our historic Palm house, containing some of the world’s most endangered species. One of the wonders of the last millennium, it is 20 years older than Kew and more daring in design. Also visit our other glasshouses…
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Take a trip down memory lane in the exhibition hall packed with nostalgic delights for all generations featuring traction engines, vintage machinery, traditional tools, tractors, domestic memorabilia and a host of Victorian artefacts.
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The tank engine “Sir Walter Raleigh” offers the easiest way to explore the 63-acre park. Operating all year with covered carriages, the narrow-gauge railway takes you on a 25 minute ride through the majestic grounds of Bicton Park Botanical Gardens.
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The historic importance of the gardens is recognized by English Heritage, which has registered them in its highest, Grade 1, conservation category. The various types of gardens are also home to many rare and beautiful species from around the world.
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Our on-line shop features many Bicton Park related items including our complete guide to the historic gardens, our Champion Trees Book, calendar, diary and gift vouchers. You can also become a member of Bicton Park Botanical Gardens by joining on-line.
There is so much to do for all ages, it make perfect sense to be a member of Bicton Gardens. It is a  real treat to spend the day roaming the grounds and watching the children play.
Mr Graydon