Hitchin Garden Centre
Hitchin Garden Centre, originally a Harkness Rose Nursery since 1959, boasts a rich legacy in British roses dating back to 1879. Elevated by the picturesque English countryside, it now is a leading garden centre in the area and offers a spacious plant area and a diverse selection of gifts and furniture. With a dedicated team of expert staff, visitors receive attentive assistance and a cheerful welcome. Relax at our Gardener’s Retreat Restaurant, serving delicious meals, treats, and drinks, including a children’s menu. Additionally, explore our in-store retail partners for added shopping convenience, whilst immersing yourself in Hitchin Centre’s rich heritage and scenic surroundings.
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Cambridge Road (A505)
Hitchin SG4 0JT
United Kingdom
Hitchin SG4 0JT
United Kingdom
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Opening Times
Restaurant closes 30 minutes before the garden centre.
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Tills Open at 10.30am on a Sunday.
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Restaurant
Enjoy a tasty meal in our Restaurant
Dog Friendly
Our centre is dog friendly
Free Car Parking
Park your car for free at our centre
Delivery Service
We offer home delivery on larger items
Wheelchair Friendly
Our centre is wheelchair accessible
Coaches Welcome
We welcome coach trips (pre-booking essential)
Gift Cards at Hitchin Garden Centre
Not sure what to choose? Let them decide! From bedding plants to outdoor furniture, a British Garden Centres gift card lets them choose from thousands of products for the home and garden. Available to buy in-store and online, gift cards can be redeemed at all our stores, restaurants, and at Woodthorpe Leisure Park.
Gardener’s Retreat at Hitchin Garden Centre
Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious meal in our beautiful surroundings. We serve breakfast, lunch and afternoon teas (pre-booking required) and daily specials. So call in and join us for a bite to eat or a leisurely coffee and cake. Special dietary requirements? Tell our friendly team, and we will be happy to help and advise – we always try to cater for all. We look forward to welcoming you.
The Family Card
It’s free to become a member of the British Garden Centres Family Card. Simply pick up a Family Card next time you visit your local British Garden Centre and register it on our website. Then you’ll receive exclusive offers, vouchers and invites to exclusive events throughout out the year.
Plant Department
Our plant department is well known for its vast range of outdoor and indoor plants. We pride ourselves on the quality and choice of plants we have on offer. From bedding plants to shrubs, specimen plants to trees, alpines to water plants and dracaena to orchids, you can be sure of a great choice. Visit your local British Garden Centre today.
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