Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Centre in Ipswich
Established over 35 years ago, Laurel Farm Garden Centre has become one of Ipswich's most respected independent garden centres. Our four-acre site offers an extensive selection of plants, flowers, and gardening essentials, complemented by award-winning outdoor furniture, a farm shop, and a caf. We pride ourselves on providing expert customer service, with knowledgeable staff available to offer tailored advice on plant care and garden design. Our commitment to quality is evident in our hardy plant guarantee and partnerships with leading furniture manufacturers. We support local businesses through our onsite community, which includes a vintage shop, beauty salon, and dog training academy.Our delivery service covers Ipswich and surrounding areas, ensuring convenience for both retail and trade customers. Sustainability is central to our operations, from peat-free compost options to locally sourced produce in our farm shop. We host seasonal events and promotions, including a popular Christmas tree sale, while our holiday let property offers unique rural retreats for visitors. Our opening hours are designed to accommodate busy schedules, with extended days during peak seasons.
Services
Garden Centre
Caf
Farm Shop
Outdoor Furniture
Garden Buildings
Compost & Supplies
Plant Nursery
Delivery Service
Holiday Let
Florist
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer local delivery services in Ipswich and surrounding areas
- Our team provides expert gardening advice with 35 years' experience
- We stock award-winning, weather-resistant outdoor furniture
- We guarantee competitive pricing on all gardening essentials
- Our four-acre site includes a caf and farm shop for convenience
What people say
Lovely place to purchase
Well taken care of plants
Good quality
Highly recommend
Not very expensive
Services
Garden Centre
Our four-acre garden centre offers an extensive selection of plants, flowers, and gardening essentials. From bedding plants to mature trees, we provide expert advice on plant care and garden design. Our hardy plant guarantee ensures quality and longevity for all purchases.
Outdoor Furniture
We stock award-winning weather-resistant furniture including dining sets, loungers, and parasols. Our range features durable hardwood, rattan, and aluminium designs with delivery available across Ipswich and surrounding areas.
Caf
Our caf serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea with homemade dishes and speciality drinks. Open daily with seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients from our onsite farm shop.
Farm Shop
Our farm shop offers fresh, locally sourced produce including meats, cheeses, vegetables, and artisan products. We partner with East Anglian suppliers to ensure quality while minimising food miles for environmentally conscious shopping.
Garden Buildings
We provide a range of garden buildings from leading brands, including sheds, workshops, and summerhouses. Our selection accommodates various garden sizes with options for storage, potting, or leisure spaces.
Questions
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we provide local delivery in Ipswich and surrounding areas for a small charge, including plants, furniture, and café items.
What are your opening hours?
Garden centre open Mon-Sat 8:30am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Café open Mon-Sat 8:30am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm.
Can I book afternoon tea?
Yes, book via phone with 12 hours' notice. Afternoon Tea for Two costs £34.00 and includes a pot of tea or coffee.
Do you sell Christmas trees?
Yes, we stock Nordmann, Fraser, and Norway spruce trees from late November, with sizes 4ft-10ft priced from £34.00.
Is there onsite parking?
Yes, our Henley Road location has a large driveway with off-street parking for up to 5 cars.
Reviews (4)
Libra Smr
Oct 04, 2021
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In my opinion the best cream teas in the area. The garden centre is surprisingly well stocked and has a good farm shop full of local goods. Also has a antique barn and aquatic centre.Would highly recommend.
Rachel Tuffin
Sep 23, 2021
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Just popped in for a 1st visit. Had a bite to eat in the cafe. Lovely fresh homemade food. Spent an hour browsing in the Antiques shop too. Will def be back
Emma M.-D.
Sep 15, 2021
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Beautiful looking place with a lovely cafe. I only popped in quickly to grab something but I certainly want to return as it feels like a great place to relax and meander. Came back at weekend to eat in cafe and had a delicious lasagne with garlic bread and salad for 7.50 great value and good portion size.
Paul Atkin
Aug 22, 2021
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Good range of sundries - I found nearly everything I wanted, and more! The range of plants on offer seemed a bit limited when I visited, possibly because it was late August.
