Royal Horticultural Society: Harlow Carr Garden Ticket



Explore the wildflower meadows and admire the flowers by the stream as you stroll around the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. Amaze yourself in the Alpine House where plants grow on stone troughs.

Highlights

  • Surround yourself with the beauty of nature in this horticultural garden
  • Smell the beauty of roses in the Scented Garden and let your senses guide you
  • Stroll along streamside and see tree creepers, weasels, and plants
  • Escape into the woods at the Arboretum and reflect in peace and calm
  • Witness the amazing collection of alpine plants which thrive in the Alpine House

Description

Enter a world of flowers, forests, and gardens as you spend the day admiring the natural beauty of Yorkshire. See the Sub-Tropicana Garden, where palm trees grow. Walk along Queen Mother's Lake as you are surrounded by redwood trees.

Visit Yorkshire and enjoy this public garden run by the Royal Horticultural Society. Ramble around the Edwardian Garden to see the rectangular pond and dwarf evergreens. Transport yourself to a tropical paradise in the Sub-Tropicana Garden and go to the heated glasshouse.

Smell the beautiful roses and other fragrant flowers in the Scented Garden. Continue to the Sandstone Rock Garden, built in the 1950s from local stone. Appreciate the Heather Beds, home to 20 different cultivars of heather. Relax in the tranquil environment by Queen Mother's Lake.

Connect with nature in the Arboretum, a calm area of the garden away from the crowds where you can see the bamboo glade. Pause for reflection in William's Dell, named after Sir William Milner or watch the birds in the Bird Hide.

Includes

Entry tickets to RHS Garden Harlow Carr


Excludes

Food and drinks


Important Information

  • The gardens take between 2-6 hours to walk around Last entry to the gardens 1 hour before closing Most of the attractions are outdoors, so it is recommended to wrap up warm in the winter months Only registered support dogs are allowed in the garden Personal drone usage is prohibited at all RHS Gardens Accessible routes throughout the garden, full accessibility information is available on their website

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

November 2026 16 dates
Sun 15th Nov Mon 16th Nov Tue 17th Nov Wed 18th Nov Thu 19th Nov Fri 20th Nov
December 2026 30 dates
Tue 1st Dec Wed 2nd Dec Thu 3rd Dec Fri 4th Dec Sat 5th Dec Sun 6th Dec
January 2027 31 dates
Fri 1st Jan Sat 2nd Jan Sun 3rd Jan Mon 4th Jan Tue 5th Jan Wed 6th Jan

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a horticultural garden offering diverse plant collections, including a Scented Garden, Alpine House, and Arboretum near Manchester.
Harlow Carr Garden is located near Manchester, in Yorkshire, accessible for day trips from the city.
You can see roses in the Scented Garden, alpine plants in the Alpine House, palms in the Sub-Tropicana Garden, and various woodland species in the Arboretum.
Yes, you may spot tree creepers, weasels, and other wildlife along the garden streams and wooded areas near Manchester.
Tickets can be booked online through the official garden website or authorized vendors; check for availability in advance.
Plants bloom at different times throughout the year; check the garden’s website for seasonal highlights and opening times.
Yes, visitors can stroll along paths that wind through the Scented Garden, Arboretum, and beside Queen Mother's Lake.
Yes, the Alpine House features a collection of alpine plants and is open to visitors during garden opening hours.
Yes, Harlow Carr Garden offers plenty of outdoor space and natural exhibits suitable for family visits.
Yes, it is recommended to check the official website for the most current opening hours before your visit.

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