An Extraordinary Botanic garden and sanctuary in naturE
'One of the UK's 15 most tranquil places to visit' -The Guardian 2023
About DPG
A living, breathing science garden – explore over 700 heritage flowers, herbs, vegetables, and trees with rich histories in health, healing, and medicine. Whether you’re curious, creative, or seeking a peaceful escape, this is a place to rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit.
Hours
April to October:
Wednesday to Sunday 10 am – 4 pm
November to 20th December:
Friday to Sunday 12 pm – 3 pm
February 5th to March:
Friday to Sunday 12 pm – 3 pm
(Closed: 21st December – 4th February)
Highlights
Resources
Medicine
Science
Natural Habitat
Volunteer
Now Open 46 Weeks a Year – Come Rain or Shine Thanks to a generous donation, our new paths and gazebo shelters make the garden welcoming in all weathers. Come and explore, then cozy up under a blanket and savour the garden with our rich warming Spiced Cacao.
New Garden Membership Join for just £5 a month and regularly enjoy the benefits of nature, wellbeing and inspiration (and our member perks).
We’re thrilled to have secured recent grants to boost biodiversity, community wellbeing and our classroom – huge thanks to The Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, The National Lottery Community Fund, and the Northumberland County Council Community Chest.
Research ongoing includes our Evidence Based Reports, our Dream Club studies, biodiversity recordings, and we’re gearing up for a new Tea Study.
Support Us
We’re a registered charity for health, heritage and the community receiving no central funding, your donation or legacy gift – no matter how small helps us raise the funds we need to achieve our mission – Transforming Health through Medicinal Plant Education and Research.
