Ventnor Botanic Gardens
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"The Botanic Garden on the Isle of Wight is a place where the pleasure of plants can be enjoyed to the fullest, it is also a place where people of all ages can learn more about the wonderful world of plants and the inextricable link that we have with them. There is much happening at Ventnor and there is a firm commitment to the furtherance of peoples understanding of the plant kingdom.
VISITOR CENTRE - Library, Gift Shop and Cafe, The Green Planet Exhibition, Conference and function facility.
THE GREEN HOUSE - Displays, Plant Sales.
THE GARDENS - Exotic themes from around the world, 22 acres.
Visitor Centre open main season daily 1000-1700, winter 1000-1600 exc. Mon & Fri. Closed January.
Gardens open all year.
Green Island Award 2006 – Gold
Opening Times
| Opening (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012) |
|---|
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- No smoking
- Some no smoking areas
Children & Infants
- Baby changing
- Children's Meals
- Highchair(s) available
- Outdoor children’s play area
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Own car park (Fee Applies)
Catering
- Catering for groups
- Picnic area
- Vegetarians catered for
Payment Methods
- Delta
- Maestro
- MasterCard
- Solo
- Visa
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Dogs admitted on a lead
- Gift shop
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Licensed for alcohol
- Meeting rooms
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
Specialist Features
- Educational Groups
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission Ticket | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Awards
- Green Island Awards - Green Island Award - Gold 2008
Road Directions
From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin, at Whiteley Bank turn right for B3327 to Ventnor, A3055 to St. Lawrence.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin, at Whiteley Bank turn right for B3327 to Ventnor, A3055 to St. Lawrence.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Totland, A3055 to Freshwater, A3055 to St. Lawrence.
Public Transport Directions
From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport and change to No. 6 to Ventnor
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 3 to Ventnor and change to No. 6
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 to Newport and change to No. 6.
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).
