Paddock Farm Nursery & Water Gardens
Paddock Farm Nursery & Water Gardens
Paddock Farm Nursery & Water Gardens
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Located on West Lane (near Croft Race Circuit), Paddock Farm Nursery & Water Gardens is a wonderful day out for all the family. We have nine unique Water Gardens for you to browse around at your leisure, a delicious Tea Room serving home made treats from sandwiches to full dinners and our amazing Koi & Pond are considered to be one of the best in the country! The Tropical Fish centre recently claimed customer recognition as the biggest and best supplier in the region! Open 7 days a week, you are always welcome to visit us. Our Water Gardens are completely free and we have something for all members of your family. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Peter
Darlington, UK286 contributions
Sept 2020 • Solo
Went for the first time in a number of years for some advice on a waterfall pump and noticed that several good changes had been made to the plants presentation and plant availability, the shop has also been improved.
Once l was noticed l was asked if l needed help and the service thereafter was really good, l was given good advice and sold a pump for the job in hand at a very good price given l could have been sold a more expensive one to do the same job.
I was also given a piece of piping for free which was a nice bonus.
Can not fault the service, thank you.
P.S. pump not fitted and works a treat.
Once l was noticed l was asked if l needed help and the service thereafter was really good, l was given good advice and sold a pump for the job in hand at a very good price given l could have been sold a more expensive one to do the same job.
I was also given a piece of piping for free which was a nice bonus.
Can not fault the service, thank you.
P.S. pump not fitted and works a treat.
Written 6 September 2020
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T S
1 contribution
Apr 2020 • Couples
My husband and I, had to pre book a slot to pick up some garden pots. We both found the staff very friendly, patient and helpful. We have been coming here for many many years and have seen ownership change hands and Still are very good friends with the previous owner.
I always find coming to this garden centre to be very therapeutic, love Buddy the dog and I personally would recommend it.
They have a smaller range of plants than before but considering “the Corona virus” and Learning everything about taking on a business they’re doing a good job.
I always find coming to this garden centre to be very therapeutic, love Buddy the dog and I personally would recommend it.
They have a smaller range of plants than before but considering “the Corona virus” and Learning everything about taking on a business they’re doing a good job.
Written 13 May 2020
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Julie D
Darlington, UK2 contributions
Jun 2021
We visited with our 3 year old grandson and his parents. The food in the tea rooms was very reasonable and what we had had been cooked fresh. Good portions and quality. Staff were all very friendly both in the tea room and garden centre. Our grandson loved feeding the fish and especially liked the play area. Though we didn't buy any plants (we dont live locally, but in Suffolk) they all appeared in good condition and there was a wide variety. The water gardens were interesting and they had a wide selection of water features to purchase.
Written 11 June 2021
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joanne n
Darlington, UK278 contributions
Nov 2021
Visited on a rather wet and windy Sunday morning. There was a xmas event on we had a look around a few stalls and then around the garden area which we had to go round rather quickly due to the horrible weather. I’m sure it will be a lot better in the summer.
Some nice ornaments and was nice to look at the aquarium.
Some nice ornaments and was nice to look at the aquarium.
Written 10 March 2022
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Genine l
5 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Been going to the Tea Room at least once a month for many years, always had lovely hot food...but today it was atrocious... apparently a new cook..the previous cook has left. Food was luke warm and not very nice. The only nice thing today was the 2 lovely waitresses who've served us many times. We certainly won't be returning, so 2 long loyal customers are walking away and will go elsewhere... VERY disappointed today
Written 11 September 2022
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fmurr
Sunderland, UK89 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Beautifully maintained water gardens and plants and garden ideas galore. Lovely chat with some of the team members, who obviously take pride in their gardens and ponds.
Everything for a lovely few hours.
Garden centre has lots of ponds and water features to inspire you. Fish and pond accessories section was well stocked and lots of help from the lovely knowledgable and approachable staff.
We popped into the cafe and grabbed a cool drink, we saw a great choice of food and drinks available and lovely seating areas.
Everything for a lovely few hours.
Garden centre has lots of ponds and water features to inspire you. Fish and pond accessories section was well stocked and lots of help from the lovely knowledgable and approachable staff.
We popped into the cafe and grabbed a cool drink, we saw a great choice of food and drinks available and lovely seating areas.
Written 18 August 2024
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Jan S
Staffordshire, UK47 contributions
Oct 2022
Cold rainy day so went into tea rooms to warm up , no warmer inside . Thought a nice hot chocolate would do the trick , very watery and tasteless . Fruit scone was dry and tasteless , in fact we didn’t even finish the food or drink . Wouldn’t return and wouldn’t recommend, all in all a very disappointing experience in what’s really no more than a tatty little portacabin
Written 29 October 2022
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Becki B
Darlington, UK81 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
What a gorgeous place, the water garden's are truly beautiful and it was great to see the fish. Everywhere is dog friendly including the tearooms which is brilliant. We really enjoyed our full English breakfast, everything was so tasty and fresh, Tye the staffy certainly enjoyed his sausage. All the staff were very kind, friendly and so helpful. Can't wait to visit again for all my bedding plants (and another breakfast!!).
Written 23 April 2022
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LDB666
London, UK69 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Had a visit for Sunday lunch and sat in cafe.Food arrived piping hot and enough to feed a growing adult it was also tasty and fresh.
Staff are pleasant would recommend a visit .Great stuff
Staff are pleasant would recommend a visit .Great stuff
Written 9 October 2022
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June H
9 contributions
Jul 2021
We were in the area and were glad we took time to visit. We enjoyed their lovely array of plants and a specifically good choice of water plants and tips and ideas for features. Really nice place.
Written 20 July 2021
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Hi Goncalo,
There is no entrance fee or ticket required.
Thanks,
Richard
Written 16 March 2020
Hi sorry for the delay but we didn’t notice any but Richard or Kendra were very helpful and I shouldn’t think they would mind as they are such nice people
Written 1 July 2019
Hi would you be interested in swapping some tropical fish I have about 60 mixed tetras gold barbs mollies plattys black widow tetra albino widow tetra plus more
Written 30 August 2017
Hi Kirsty, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Unfortunately we won't be able to swap fish with yourself as after receiving fish from some of the public previously we had quite a few cross contamination issues which resulted in our own fish getting sick and catching other diseases which ordinarily they wouldn't have. So for this reason, we made the conscience decision to only have fish that we have received off our own wholesalers to sell in our tanks to save these issues arising again in the future. I hope you can understand where we are coming from. Many Thanks, Shannon
Written 15 September 2017
Any thoughts on its suitability for wheelchairs please?
Thanks! ♿
Written 20 December 2015
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