Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Garden Centres in Essex & Suffolk
Established in 1955, Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries is a family-owned garden centre group with three locations in Essex and Suffolk. Founded by Mary and Les Bourne, the business was taken over by their son Alan and his wife Karin in 1984, who expanded it into an award-winning destination. Now managed by Alan and his three children, Hannah, Simon, and Tristan, we specialise in premium plants, garden products, and homeware. Our centres in Tiptree, Sudbury, and Buckhatch offer curated collections of perennials, shrubs, and seasonal plants, alongside dining experiences serving locally sourced food.We prioritise community engagement through initiatives like our 70th-anniversary 10,000 charity campaign. Sustainability drives our operations, from eco-friendly gardening products to wildlife-friendly practices. Our team combines decades of horticultural expertise with a passion for customer service, ensuring every visitor finds inspiration and support for their gardening projects. With a legacy of excellence, we remain committed to fostering connections between people, plants, and the local community.
Services
Plants & Shrubs
Garden Furniture
BBQs & Accessories
Compost & Soil
Gift Vouchers
Dining Services
Artificial Christmas Trees
Houseplants
Landscape Supplies
Plant Finder Service
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with 70 years of horticultural expertise.
- Our centres hold top positions in the Garden Centre Association league table.
- We offer locally sourced, seasonal produce in our dining areas.
- Our team provides expert advice on plant selection and garden design.
- We support local communities through annual charity initiatives.
What people say
Lovely staff
Super plants
Helpful team
Best garden centre
Friendly and helpful
Services
Plants & Shrubs
We offer an extensive selection of perennials, shrubs, and seasonal plants, carefully curated for diverse garden environments. Our inventory includes rare and unusual varieties, specimen trees, and container plants, all maintained to the highest quality standards. Expert staff provide tailored advice for optimal plant selection and care.
Garden Furniture
Our garden furniture ranges combine style and durability, featuring brands like Bramblecrest and Norfolk Leisure. From dining sets to loungers, each collection is designed to enhance outdoor spaces. Seasonal displays inspire customers to create functional, aesthetically pleasing gardens.
Dining Services
Three on-site restaurants serve homemade breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon teas using locally sourced ingredients. Menus cater to dietary requirements including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Dining areas are designed for comfort, with wheelchair and pushchair accessibility.
Plant Finder Service
This digital tool helps customers identify plants suited to specific conditions like shade, coastal exposure, or clay soil. It simplifies garden planning by recommending species based on environmental factors, ensuring successful planting schemes for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Artificial Christmas Trees
Our range includes pre-lit and snowy artificial trees with 12-year guarantees. Complemented by wreaths, lights, and festive decorations, these products offer sustainable alternatives to real trees. Displays are updated annually with themed arrangements for holiday inspiration.
People
Alan Bourne
Owner
Alan has led Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries since 1984, transforming it from a nursery into a multi-site garden centre group. With expertise gained from Colchester Parks Department, he focuses on quality horticulture and community engagement.
Karin Bourne
Co-Owner
Karin co-manages Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries with Alan, contributing to its growth into an award-winning business. Her leadership ensures the centres maintain high standards in plant quality and customer service.
Hannah Bourne
Manager
Hannah oversees operations at one of Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries's centres, combining family tradition with modern management practices. She plays a key role in maintaining the business's commitment to horticultural excellence.
Simon Bourne
Manager
Simon contributes to Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries's success through strategic oversight of garden product ranges and customer experience initiatives, ensuring alignment with the family's vision for sustainable growth.
Tristan Bourne
Manager
Tristan manages one of Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries's newer locations, focusing on expanding dining services and community outreach programs while upholding the family's standards for gardening expertise.
Questions
What are Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries's opening hours?
Our centres operate Monday-Saturday 8:30am-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm across all locations.
Do you offer vegan and gluten-free dining options?
Yes, all restaurants provide vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meals with specially developed recipes.
Can I find locally sourced products?
We prioritise East Anglian suppliers for plants, food, and homeware to support regional businesses.
Is there a loyalty program?
Our free Bloom app offers exclusive discounts, prize draws, and personalised gardening advice.
Do you provide gardening advice?
Yes, our Plant Finder tool and staff assist with plant selection for specific growing conditions.
Are gift vouchers available?
We sell Perrywood Garden Centre & Nurseries gift vouchers redeemable across all departments and locations.
