Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Centre & Farm Shop in Usk
Established in 1982, Morris' Of Usk has grown from a small nursery into a family-run business spanning garden centres, a farm shop, and a caf. Our expertise lies in cultivating high-quality plants, offering locally sourced produce, and providing exceptional customer service. With over four decades of experience, we combine traditional horticultural knowledge with modern retail practices to meet diverse gardening and culinary needs. Our team, including third-generation family members, ensures every product reflects our commitment to quality and sustainability.We pride ourselves on supporting local suppliers while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our reputation. From seasonal bedding plants to award-winning cheeses, our offerings cater to both practical and indulgent customer preferences. This dedication to excellence earned us the Welsh Business Awards' Family Business of the Year 2020 title, reinforcing our position as a trusted community hub.
Services
Garden Centre
Farm Shop
Caf
Nursery
Pet Supplies
Christmas Hampers
Plant Advice
Afternoon Tea
Local Produce
Garden Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 40+ years' horticultural experience
- Award-winning cheese selection and local food sourcing
- On-site nursery producing premium quality plants
- Three-generation team combining tradition with innovation
- Winner of Welsh Business Awards' Family Business of the Year 2020
Associations and certifications
- Family Business of the Year 2020 - Welsh Business Awards
What people say
Top quality plants
Fabulous service
Quality essentials
Wonderful choice
Amazing selection
Services
Garden Centre
Our garden centre offers extensive plant selections including bedding plants, perennials, and seasonal flowers. Expert staff provide planting advice while ready-planted containers simplify garden decoration. The nursery produces two acres of plants annually, ensuring fresh stock and competitive pricing for both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers.
Farm Shop
The farm shop showcases locally sourced meats, fresh vegetables, and artisanal food products. Our butchery offers home-reared Aberdeen Angus beef and lamb alongside a delicatessen featuring award-winning cheeses. Daily baked breads, homemade cakes, and frozen meals complete this one-stop shop for quality food provisions.
Caf
Serving breakfast, lunches, and afternoon teas seven days weekly, our caf uses homegrown ingredients. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available with advance notice. The popular afternoon tea features homemade sandwiches and cakes, served in indoor or outdoor seating areas with pre-booking recommended.
Nursery
The on-site nursery cultivates all annual bedding plants and supplies major regional garden centres. Specialised growing techniques maintain plant quality while biomass-heated greenhouses ensure sustainable production. This vertical integration allows competitive pricing and consistent stock availability throughout the growing season.
Pet Supplies
Pet care extends beyond food and toys to include wild bird care products and smallholder supplies. Knowledgeable staff assist with product selection while free animal welfare leaflets provide pet care guidance. Well-behaved dogs welcome in outdoor areas, with assistance dogs permitted inside.
People
Chris Morris
Founder
Co-founder of Morris' Of Usk since 1982, Chris Morris established the nursery before expanding into retail. His horticultural expertise shaped the business's growth from tomato and flower production to a diversified garden centre and farm shop operation.
Jane Morris
Co-founder
Jane Morris co-founded the business with Chris in 1982. Together they developed the nursery operations before transitioning to retail. Her leadership helped establish the company's commitment to quality plants and customer service that continues today.
Kate James
Garden Centre Manager
Kate James, daughter of the founders, manages the garden centre and caf. Leading third-generation operations, she maintains family values while introducing modern retail practices. Her management ensures consistent service standards across all departments.
Helen Morris
Food Hall Manager
Helen Morris oversees the farm shop's food operations, curating local produce selections. Her expertise in food retail maintains the department's reputation for quality meats and artisanal products, contributing to the business's multi-award-winning status.
Questions
What are Morris of Usk's opening hours?
Winter hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Café open daily 8:30am-4pm with hot food until 3pm.
What services does Morris of Usk offer?
We provide garden centre plants, farm shop produce, café dining, pet supplies, and seasonal products like Christmas hampers.
Can I order online for collection?
Yes, place online orders for collection. We'll call when ready - no online payments required.
Is the café dog-friendly?
Dogs aren't permitted in the café or farm shop but are welcome in outdoor seating areas.
What cheese award did Morris of Usk win?
Our head cheesemonger Lily Morris won the World Young Cheesemonger Award in 2022 at the World Cheese Awards.
Reviews (6)
Eileen Hodgson
Jan 06, 2022
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Always love visiting here. Great place for coffee n chat. Staff very helpful and friendly. Place n toilets spotless. Top quality goods and fresh produce.
Emma Scrivin
Nov 01, 2021
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Lovely garden centre. All on 1 level so easy to get around. Lots of items. Garden tools and equipment, plants, trees, hot tubs, garden ornaments. Great range of indoor items too, brilliant place to find gifts for everyone. They have decorative items, small furniture, kids toys and an amazing food hall. There is so much choice and some lovely luxury items. The bakery have an amazing selection of cakes and bread. They also have a small restaurant that do the most incredible Sunday lunches! We spent a really enjoyable few hours here on a Sunday afternoon and will definitely be returning before Christmas
Deb Page
Sep 29, 2021
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Sunday lunch was superb. Lots of lovely meat and veg and Yorkshire pudding was enormous! Crumble and custard for afters. Best Sunday cheers I've had for ages. Thanks Ruth for taking me. We'll be doing it again I'm sure!!!!
Anne Evans
Sep 05, 2021
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Delicious lunch in cafe. Lovely selection of freshly baked bread. Also excellent selection of their freshly made ready meals. Quality fruit and vegetables. Wide selection of gluten free products.
Samantha Maggs
Jun 22, 2021
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First visit really impressed. Plants looked healthy well displayed, although abit pricey. Lots to view for the home. Fully stocked Bakery and butchers. Cafe had great selections of foods..good service. Really worth a visit highly recommended.
D. D.
Jun 07, 2021
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I bought a tree which had a bit of an issue, but one call to Morris' and it was very quickly sorted out to my complete satisfaction. No quibble, no question, nothing. Got the impression that the owners care passionately about customer satisfaction. Superb.
