Shropshire & Staffordshire

Biddulph Grange Garden

A masterpiece of Victorian garden design - a quirky, playful paradise

Grange Road, Biddulph, Staffordshire, ST8 7SD

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The Golden Water Buffalo in the area known as 'China' at Biddulph, Staffordshire. The buffalo is seen lying down with its head up and a sun disc between its horns. The statue is surrounded by trees turning red and brown in autumn.

The garden is built on the side of a valley and has many gradients. There are narrow gravel paths, ledges, over 400 steps, gradients and dark narrow tunnels throughout the garden.
Biddulph Grange Garden Access Statement
Accessible route and/or map
Accessible route to parts of the garden highlighted on the welcome map from Visitor Reception
Level access to shop
Accessible toilet
This is located by the shop
Photograph album
Braille (guide or menu)
Located at Visitor Reception
Seating available
Designated parking
50 yards for the visitor welcome point
Steps/uneven terrain
There are many gradients and over 400 steps all around the garden as well as tunnels and narrow paths.
Drop-off point
Drop off by visitor welcome / shop
Wheelchairs available
Manual wheelchairs available to loan from Visitor Reception
Induction loop
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
3½ miles south-east of Congleton, 7 miles north of Stoke-on-Trent. Access from A527 (Tunstall to Congleton road). Entrance on Grange Road Free entry for National Trust members.
Parking: free, 50 yards
On foot
There is a footpath along the A527 from Biddulph town centre, take this route heading north towards Congleton for 1 mile. Pass St Lawrence church and churchyard on your right then turn right into Grange Road. After 50 metres the entrance to Biddulph Grange Garden is on your right. Alternative walking route is to use cycle route 55 along the old railway tracks, see directions by cycle.
By train
Congleton 2½ miles
By bus
from Congleton (passing Congleton train station). For timetable information contact DandG bus, telephone: 01782 332337, email: info@dgbus.co.uk
By bicycle
Cycle route 55 along the Biddulph Valley Way (old railway tracks). Exit at Well Lane / Marsh Green. Turn left onto the A527, 100 yards on the right is the church and churchyard then turn right into Grange Road. Biddulph Grange Garden entrance is 50 yards on the right. There are Sheffield cycle racks on the car park near the visitor reception area.
By bicycle - more information

Opening times for 20 December 2024
Asset	Opening time
Garden	10:00 - 15:30
Shop	11:00 - 15:45
Tea-room	10:00 - 15:00

Entrance ticket
Ticket type	Gift aid	Standard
Adult	£13.20	£12.00
Child	£6.60	£6.00
Family	£33.00	£30.00
1 adult, 2 children	£19.80	£18.00
Group Adult		£10.80

Two people enjoying a hot drink whilst sat a picnic bench.

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Accessibility at Biddulph Grange Garden

Find out how to best access Biddulph Grange Garden and how to make the most out of your visit.

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Group visits to Biddulph Grange Garden

Groups have been coming to Biddulph Grange since Victorian times. With guided tours and self-led visits, discover what makes this Grade I listed garden so special.

A bride and groom on their wedding day in the garden at Mount Stewart, County Down

Photography

We offer the opportunity for special occasion and commercial photography. Advance booking is essential. For more details contact biddulphgrange@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01782517999.

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