About

Go on a global journey through this amazing Victorian garden created by Darwin contemporary James Bateman as an extension of his beliefs, interests and collection of plants. Discover in this spectacularly picturesque venue a Chinese landscape based on a Willow pattern design; a Himalayan Glen; an Egyptian Court and an Italianate garden plus geological gallery. Also featured on BBC2's Secret Gardens with Alan Titchmarsh.

Managed by the National Trust, the Grade 1 listed garden has been restored to its Victorian heyday using contemporary descriptions and plans supported by archaeological evidence - the aim being to restore it as closely as possible to James Bateman’s original vision. The main source of inspiration and guidance for the restoration is an 1862 description of the gardens by Edward Kemp. 

Whilst there don't forget to visit the:

Tea Room

Come and enjoy our locally sourced menu of soups, sandwiches and cakes in the Garden Room, whilst taking in a view of the garden and relaxing in front of the log fire.

National Trust Shop

Once a Camellia House, it is now home to a wide selection of home-ware and gifts.

Garden Shop

The garden at Biddulph grows an enormous selection of wonderful plants and shrubs and the Garden Shop offers a brilliant selection to take away with you.

Please note that there are steps throughout the garden, including the entrance to the shop, tea-room, and public toilet.