Business Details
6 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Centre in Aylsham, Norfolk
Aylsham Garden Centre has been serving the community since 2020, offering a comprehensive range of gardening products and services. Founded by Gary and Brenda Groucott, who bring decades of industry expertise, the centre combines traditional horticultural knowledge with modern retail practices. Our team of specialists provides tailored advice on plant care, garden design, and pest control, ensuring customers receive expert guidance. The centre features extensive outdoor and indoor plant areas, a stoneware department, and a giftware section, catering to both novice and experienced gardeners. We pride ourselves on sourcing high-quality, locally grown plants and materials, supporting regional producers while maintaining environmental sustainability.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our loyalty programme, which rewards repeat purchases across both Aylsham and Wymondham locations. The on-site Four Seasons Restaurant offers freshly prepared meals using local ingredients, creating a unique destination for shopping and dining. With plans for future expansion, we aim to become a leading horticultural hub in East Anglia. Our operating hours, Monday to Sunday, ensure accessibility for all customers, while our delivery service provides convenience for larger purchases. This dedication to quality, service, and community engagement makes Aylsham Garden Centre a trusted choice for gardening enthusiasts.
Services
Outdoor Plants
Houseplants
Stoneware
Giftware
Pest Control
Delivery Service
Restaurant
Loyalty Programme
Fashion Accessories
Plant Refills
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined horticultural expertise from our founders
- Our plants are grown on-site ensuring quality and local adaptation
- Dedicated team provides personalized gardening advice and solutions
- Integrated loyalty programme rewards customers across two locations
- Dog-friendly environment with accessible facilities for all visitors
What people say
Lovely coffee and cake
Fantastic new building
Excellent customer service
Home-grown hanging baskets
Knowledgeable team
Services
Outdoor Plants
Our outdoor plant department offers a comprehensive selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, and seasonal bedding plants. All plants are carefully cultivated on-site or sourced from trusted local growers to ensure quality and suitability for regional growing conditions. The team provides expert advice on plant selection, planting techniques, and ongoing care to help customers create thriving outdoor spaces.
Houseplants
The dedicated houseplant section features a curated collection of indoor plants suitable for all skill levels. From low-maintenance succulents to exotic foliage plants, our range includes appropriate potting mixes and care products. Staff offer guidance on light requirements, watering schedules, and pest management to ensure indoor plants flourish in home environments.
Stoneware
Our stoneware department showcases a variety of garden ornaments including birdbaths, sundials, and water features from reputable suppliers. The collection combines functional and decorative elements to enhance outdoor spaces. Customers receive advice on placement, maintenance, and weatherproofing to ensure longevity of stoneware products in garden settings.
Pest Control
The pest and disease control service offers organic and conventional solutions for maintaining healthy gardens. Products include wildlife-friendly treatments and targeted solutions for common plant problems. Expert staff provide diagnosis assistance and recommend integrated pest management strategies to protect both plants and local ecosystems.
Delivery Service
For orders over 35, we provide local delivery of plants and gardening supplies directly to customers' properties. The service ensures safe transport of fragile items and includes placement assistance for larger orders. Delivery area details and scheduling options are available through our customer service team.
People
Gary Groucott
Co-Owner
With over two decades in the garden centre industry, Gary co-founded Aylsham Garden Centre in 2020. His extensive experience in horticultural retail focuses on quality plant production and customer service excellence. Gary oversees operational strategy and business development.
Brenda Groucott
Co-Owner
Brenda brings 20+ years of garden centre expertise to Aylsham, having established Wymondham Garden Centre. She focuses on customer relations and product sourcing, ensuring the centre maintains high standards in plant quality and service delivery.
Sean
Garden Centre Manager
As centre manager, Sean applies his extensive garden retail experience to oversee daily operations. He provides expert gardening advice, manages staff training, and ensures the centre maintains its reputation for knowledgeable customer service.
Ken
Garden Centre Supervisor
Ken's in-depth knowledge of horticultural products and plant care supports both customers and staff. He manages inventory systems and assists with technical queries regarding plant selection and garden maintenance.
Lewis
Nursery Supervisor
Lewis specialises in plant cultivation, overseeing the nursery's health and growth. His expertise in horticulture ensures high-quality plant stock, while his customer-focused approach provides practical growing advice to gardeners of all levels.
Questions
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm and Sundays 10am-4pm. The centre has consistent hours year-round.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we deliver orders over £35 within our local area. Delivery charges vary by location and order size.
Can I use my loyalty card at both locations?
Our loyalty programme works across both Aylsham and Wymondham Garden Centres. Points accumulate regardless of purchase location.
What dining options are available?
The Four Seasons Restaurant serves hot meals until 2:30pm and cold food until 3:30pm daily. Cakes are available throughout opening hours.
Do you have gardening experts on staff?
Our team includes qualified horticulturists who provide free advice on plant selection, garden design, and pest control solutions.
Are plants grown locally?
Many plants are grown on-site or sourced from regional growers to ensure suitability for local growing conditions.
Reviews (7)
Pam Walls
Jan 04, 2022
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We like the garden centre for our gardening bits and bobs but have tried the cafe on a couple of occasions and find it disappointing. The coffee was better today but still really needs two shots. We decided to try the steak pie but it had sold out so I went for sausages I would have preferred two good quality sausages rather than the three anaemic ones that arrived, not good for 10.99.
Redservant
Dec 26, 2021
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Had a sandwich cake and coffee. It was busy when we arrived, but there is plenty of seating. Staff were friendly and efficient. The food was good as was the coffee. The prices are reasonable. There was a slight mix up in the order, they offered to rectify it, but fried eggs on toast is easy enough to convert to fried egg sandwiches. I'd definitely go here again
Susan Clipston
Dec 07, 2021
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Had a very tasty breakfast
We were after some Christmas tree lights and they hadn't any boxed ones left which we wanted so a member of staff offered to let us have the display ones which was difficult to get at but went out of his way and crawl under the platform to unplug the lights couldn't do enough for us most helpful
We love coming here staff so friendly highly recommend
We were after some Christmas tree lights and they hadn't any boxed ones left which we wanted so a member of staff offered to let us have the display ones which was difficult to get at but went out of his way and crawl under the platform to unplug the lights couldn't do enough for us most helpful
We love coming here staff so friendly highly recommend
Andrew Gleave
Nov 04, 2021
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Fantastic breakfast! Excellent fry up with fresh and perfectly cooked ingredients. Very good staff and welcoming. Well stocked farm shop with lots of various fresh fruit and veg. Garden centre well stocked and reasonably priced. Christmas gear up already so very good for children.
Gary Williams
Oct 22, 2021
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We come for a wander around, always find nice things for our garden. Especially love coming to the cafe for a delicious breakfast. Great place to eat where the staff are really nice and friendly. Heather took our order and was really helpful. Especially loved eating in the conservatory.
Victoria Sinclair
Oct 15, 2021
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We visit the garden centre regularly, they have beautiful products and flowers. We use the cafe and its lovely, the food is amazing and service is quick, wonderful and friendly. We were served by Heather, she was bubbly, helpful, knowledgeable and she came and checked to make sure everything was okay. The other staff members were just as lovely and very helpful. We would highly recommend.
Zena Wright
Sep 14, 2021
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Lovely garden centre. Lots going on. Staff very helpful. Plants are beautiful and well stocked
Not so good in some places for those who are are in wheelchairs as some areas are down to gravel.
Cannot comment about cafe as it was closing down for the day when we got there. Most items reasonably priced. Will definitely go again
Not so good in some places for those who are are in wheelchairs as some areas are down to gravel.
Cannot comment about cafe as it was closing down for the day when we got there. Most items reasonably priced. Will definitely go again
