Gardens

Within the museum grounds we have a Walled Garden and Winter Garden ready to be explored.

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Walled Garden

Explore our beautiful Walled Garden filled with a variety of fruit, vegetables, and vibrant colourful flowers.

Local fruit and veg that has been grown in Preston Park.

The Walled Garden is located within the museum grounds.

This charming space captures the essence of a traditional Victorian kitchen garden.

Highlights of the Walled Garden

Areas of the garden include the:

Poison Plot where you can learn about the world's most deadly plants
replica Victorian Bothy where you can experience what life was like for a Victorian gardener
240,000 honeybees, who have a vital role within our ecosystem and create delicious Preston Park honey
beautiful flowers and seasonal vegetables, including heritage varieties

There's always a member of our friendly gardening team available to give you advice on how to care for your own plants at home.

Winter Garden

Enjoy the tropical planting and views of the park in our Winter Garden.

The Winter Garden is a must for any visit. Home to over 150 tropical plant species from around the world, it is a peaceful escape with views overlooking the park.

Selection of flowers and plants in the winter garden

It was originally added as an extension to Preston Hall by the Ropner family and it is a stunning example of Victorian architecture with original features including the Blenheim flooring and unique heating system.

The Victorians were pioneers in the global gardening trade, introducing new plant species to England. In their time, a pineapple was considered a symbol of wealth - so rare that it would be displayed at high-society gatherings, rather than eaten. It would have cost around £5000 in today's money!

Come and explore the vibrant world of tropical plants here at Preston Park Museum.