Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Cambridgeshire Garden Centre
Established nearly 30 years ago, Parkhall Garden Centre remains an independent family-run business dedicated to horticultural excellence. Our 2.5-acre site in Cambridgeshire offers an extensive selection of plants, trees, and gardening essentials, complemented by expert advice from our knowledgeable team. Specialising in rare and unusual plants alongside mature specimen shrubs, we prioritise quality and value while maintaining a relaxed, customer-focused environment. Our services include local delivery, plant sourcing, and hanging basket refills, supported by a newly renovated giftware shop and the Hollies Tea Room. As fourth-generation horticulturists, we combine traditional growing methods with modern retail practices to ensure customer satisfaction.Our commitment extends beyond sales through year-round expert guidance on plant care and garden design. With over 50,000 bedding plants grown annually and one of Cambridgeshire's largest tree selections, we serve both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers. Our HTA-accredited nursery guarantees plant quality, while our delivery service ensures products arrive in perfect condition. The business continues evolving while maintaining its founding principles of horticultural passion and customer-centric service.
Services
Plant Sales
Tree Delivery
Pot Selection
Garden Accessories
Plant Sourcing
Hanging Baskets
Furniture Assembly
Gift Vouchers
Tea Room Service
Landscaping Advice
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We grow 99% of our bedding plants on-site for guaranteed quality
- Our staff provide expert advice from decades of horticultural experience
- We offer free local delivery on bulk garden items
- We specialise in rare and unusual plants not found in chain garden centres
- Our family-run business maintains personal service standards across all operations
Associations and certifications
- HTA
What people say
Expert advice
Wide selection
Friendly staff
Quality plants
Great value
Services
Plant Ordering
We specialise in sourcing specific plants not readily available. Our team will locate exact specimens or suitable alternatives through our extensive supplier network. Customers receive expert guidance on plant selection and care throughout the process.
Tree Delivery
Local delivery service for trees and large plants using our own transport. Ensures safe transportation of specimens up to 6m tall. Free delivery available for qualifying orders across Cambridgeshire.
Hanging Baskets
Professional basket refill service using premium plants. Available from April with options including geraniums and fuchsias. Refills start at 15 for previously purchased baskets.
Garden Furniture
Full range of garden furniture with optional assembly service. Includes delivery of pre-assembled items from 20. Features contemporary and traditional designs suitable for various garden styles.
Christmas Trees
Premium Nordmann Fir trees available from November. Customers can tag trees for later collection. Includes wreaths made with site-grown holly and delivery service for local customers.
People
John Rigby
Manager
Fourth-generation horticulturist with nearly 30 years managing Parkhall. Oversees plant production and customer service. Specialises in specimen shrub cultivation and garden design advice.
Questions
Do you deliver plants and trees locally?
Yes, we offer free delivery across most Cambridgeshire areas using our own transport. Charges may apply for smaller orders or distant addresses.
Can you help find specific plant varieties?
Our plant sourcing service locates specific plants through our supplier network. If unavailable, we'll suggest suitable alternatives with similar growing characteristics.
Are pets allowed on site?
Dogs are welcome throughout the garden centre on leads. Unfortunately, due to food hygiene regulations, they cannot enter Hollies Tea Room.
Do you sell gift vouchers?
We offer National Garden Gift Vouchers redeemable against all products. These make ideal gifts for gardening enthusiasts and can be purchased in-store.
What special services do you provide?
We offer hanging basket refills, furniture assembly delivery, Christmas tree tagging, and expert planting advice. Seasonal services include bare-root tree ordering and bedding plant bulk purchases.
