IF you’re looking for a way to entertain your little ones this Easter break, this garden centre has it all.
From a massive soft play area to countless shops, there’s fun for all the family this spring.
Bridgemere Garden Centre is the largest of its kind in the UK and has a variety of activities for the family[/caption]
You can explore the 13 gardens on the six acre site this Easter without breaking the bank[/caption]
Bridgemere Garden Centre is located just 30 minutes outside of Stoke-on-Trent.
Half-way between Liverpool and Birmingham, it makes the perfect day trip for the family.
If you’re a stressed out parent already looking for ways to fill the long Easter break, why not take a trip to this scenic centre.
And don’t worry about your bank account, general admission is free for the whole family.
Bridgemere Garden Centre, which was named the UK’s largest by the Guinness Book of Records, is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily.
With a tearoom and restaurant right on site, you can stay here all day long.
The coffee shop also offers free baby food to parents.
As well as strolling the idyllic gardens, you can enjoy a wide variety of shops.
You can browse for gifts, books, food, clothing, furniture, stoneware and gardening goods.
There is also a children’s soft play area to keep your little ones entertained.
And there’s always a reason to come back, with changing exhibits on display.
These range from gardening workshops to car and motorbike shows throughout the year.
The garden centre has received an average ranking of 4.3 stars out of five on Tripadvisor.
Visitors said they spent around two to three hours enjoying the free amenities.
Set across six acres, the centre is home to 13 stunning individual gardens, seven of which are Gold and Silver Medal award-winning gardens.
How to save money at Easter
Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements shares her tips on how to save cash at Easter…
Stock up on eggs – The best value Easter eggs typically sell out by the time the long weekend comes around so by in advance and stash in a cupboard so that you don’t get tempted to nibble.
Cut entertaining costs – If you are hosting family or friends over the holiday, consider asking them to bring a dish such as dessert, or a couple of bottles to cut costs. Use a price comparison site to find the lowest prices on the food and any other decorations or gifts that you need. Try PriceRunner or Trolley.co.uk.
Plan ahead – School holidays combined with gift can make Easter a pricey time of year, especially if you have children. Create a budget ahead of time and look for ways to keep it in check. You can go for free days out by making a scavenge hunts and limit the number of
Flash sales – Make a list of what you need for Easter and look out for flash sales or promotions from supermarkets on items that you need.
Cashback – Use cashback sites to get a little kick back on any spending that you are doing. Try Topcashback or Quidco.
They have appeared in the RHS Chelsea, Hampton Court, and Tatton Flower Shows.
Bridgemere Show Gardens include a Cottage Garden, a Victorian Topiary Garden, a Woodland Walk, a Pond and Waterfall Garden, a Fryers Rose Garden, and many more.
“A fabulous garden, well worth a visit. It is probably the best I have visited,” said one impressed visitor.
“It is a massive site, and may need two visits. I shall be going back each season.”
“Stunning. Gorgeous. Beautiful. Amazing. Highly recommend, pushchair suitable. There was something to see around every corner and the kids loved exploring,” wrote another person.
The Cottage Garden is one of the many themed areas you can explore while visiting the centre[/caption]
The centre is located half-way between Liverpool and Birmingham and makes for the perfect day out[/caption]
