Whilst it may not seem like it just yet, we hope to have a sizzling summer, and with that in mind we have a selection of fresh salads at our new salad bar.
To accompany your freshly made salad, choose from a selection of homemade quiche, freshly poached salmon or marinated chicken.
Come along and try them for yourself in our Sedum Restaurant.2012-05-16 17:45:20
A
new and exciting product, Baskit Geni deters potential thieves.
Fitted with a brass insert and hex screw, it fits on to the hook or ring of existing or new baskets
stopping thieves from simply picking up and walking away with your pride and joy. It also prevents strong winds from blowing it off its fittings!
There is no other product like it on the market, find it outside with our hanging basket accessories today!
2012-05-14 12:35:31
Here at Chessington Garden Centre we have one of the most comprehensive ranges of both
garden furniture and barbecues in the south of England including a wide selection of associated products such as parasols, garden benches and barbecue accessories.
We also have a selection of
tableware and picnicware for that long awaited ‘al-fresco’ experience.
Long, hot, sunny days are just around the corner so come in and speak to our team in Outdoor Living!
2012-05-11 11:18:22
Nutritional Advisor, Portia from Barking Heads and Meowing Heads will be joining us in the Pet Centre between 10am and 4pm.
If you have any dietary concerns about your pet, she will be happy to advise you.
Come and visit Portia for a free sample of dog/cat food and to see the Barking Mad special offers available.
2012-05-10 17:30:18
For many years we have been trying to source a good range of hardy orchids for the garden. We have managed to get some over the past few years but
we now have in stock the type we really wanted - the Lady’s Slipper or Cypripedium!
The reason they have not previously been available is because some of the species can be difficult to grow. The four new varieties we have in stock are the result of a very long hybridization program which has resulted in more vigorous and hardy plants, which also happen to be
incredibly beautiful.
2012-05-09 09:22:55
The
‘Weber Experience BBQ Roadshow’ is at Chessington Garden Centre
TODAY, between 11.30am and 2.30pm!
The well-known BBQ brand are touring the UK once again, and making a pit-stop here at Chessington Garden Centre.
If you missed out last year, this is your chance to experience them cooking delicious food, as well as demonstrating the latest cooking techniques, and giving you useful grilling tips and recipes to try.
Weber barbeques and accessories can be found in our shop.
Come and have a taster!
2012-05-07 13:38:00
Every Thursday our Sedum Restaurant will be serving fresh
homemade authentic curries with all the trimmings. Especially prepared by our very own head chef, Harry.
Come along and try it!
2012-05-07 10:50:24
Introducing our homemade Lardy Cake to Chessington's Sedum Restaurant. A
delicious traditional treat, great with a cuppa, and only £2.25!
A lovely way to spend a rainy afternoon!
2012-05-04 09:30:47
New in our Pet Centre is a range of medicines and herbal supplements for your dogs and cats from
Dorwest Herbs.
Dorwest Herbs are a range of fully licensed veterinary supplements proven to
relieve the symptoms of many problems including skin conditions, coughs, arthritis and minor infections, safely and effectively.
They contain natural ingredients including garlic, fenugreek, skullcap, valerian, wheatgerm oil and mixed vegetables - all of which contain properties that are beneficial in relieving various symptoms.
Why not visit our Pet Centre and see if we have something to help your pets?
2012-05-02 13:46:18
We have some
exciting new arrivals – Bumble Bee Walking Toads!
These little toads only measure
2-3cm, and make very good pets! Named bumble bee toads probably because of their
striking black and yellow colouring. They are also diurnal, meaning they are
out and about during the daytime - so you have more time to enjoy them. £49.99 each
Our
reptile and amphibian experts will be happy to give you advice on how best to look after your pets, so pop in to see them in our Pet & Aquatics Centre.
2012-05-02 13:46:17
Come and try our
delicious new Chessington Cheesecake made from
fresh lemons and baked by our very own in-house baker Irene - and only £2.50 a slice!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
Come and visit our Aquatics centre - our
clown fish are on offer!
These are
community fish and will go well with other
marine species you have in your tank. Clown fish are also
reef safe (they will not nibble at, or destroy any coral you have), and are happy to mix with invertebrates.
Come and have a look, offers include: Clown Percula Small - 2 for only £15.00 (£9.99 each), and Clown Raised Common (large) - 2 for only £30.00 (£19.99 each)
2012-05-02 13:46:17
The
‘Weber Experience BBQ Roadshow’ is coming to Chessington Garden Centre on
Monday 7th May, between 11.30am and 2.30pm!
The well-known BBQ brand are touring the UK once again, and making a pit-stop here at Chessington Garden Centre.
If you missed out last year, this is your chance to experience them cooking delicious food, as well as demonstrating the latest cooking techniques, and giving you useful grilling tips and recipes to try.
Weber barbeques and accessories can be found in our shop.
For your chance to impress guests this summer with your expert BBQ knowledge, don’t miss out!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
Enjoy growing your own? Then visit our House Plant department to try the
new grafted tomato plants from Suttons Seeds.
Suttons have spent the last year developing
their grafting technique in order to produce these great plants. Using grafted plants has
many benefits including producing up to 70% more fruit, having greater resistance to soil borne pests and diseases, they are better for outdoor growing and can be grown at lower temperatures saving energy and money.
We have everything you need to get started in store, so come and grow some tasty tomatoes for yourself!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
Tuesday 17
th of April saw
Boris Johnson, Mayor of London, bring his re-election campaign to us here at Chessington Garden Centre.
With his normal, larger than life presence and personality,
he made a great impression on customers and staff alike, stopping for not only a chance to woo prospective voters, but also to sample the fare in our award winning Sedum restaurant.
Visit our
Facebook page for more photo's.
2012-05-02 13:46:17
Ideal for those Summer BBQ’s!
The Waspinator creates a large wasp free zone without the need for chemicals, without killing wasps and without disturbing the insect world in your garden.
The Waspinator is a fake wasps nest. Wasps are very territorial and if they spot the Waspinator they move off to another area believing it to be an enemy wasps’ nest - leaving the area completely wasp free and you free to enjoy your garden and BBQ in peace!
Made from recyclable material, it is weatherproof, and
easily folded up to take out with you wherever you go.
2012-05-02 13:46:17
We all love our pets dearly, but it can be frustrating finding pet hairs around the house, on your clothes, in the car etc. We have the solution!
Now in our Pet Centre, we have
CarPET - the best ever pet hair remover. The CarPET remover is ideal for use on furniture, car upholstery, clothes, carpets and rugs.
Just brush it over the item and it lifts, gathers and removes pet hairs
easily and instantly. It is durable and hygienic and can be
used time and time again.
Click here to see how it works.
You’ll wonder how you ever managed without one!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
New for this year - Fatsia ‘Spider’s Web’. This is a stunning Fatsia with striking variegation, almost as though dusted with icing sugar.
It will brighten up a dull spot in the garden, or could be used as a houseplant as it prefers no direct sunlight.
Why not come and have a look?!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
You may remember our blog last summer about ‘
Lily’s Kitchen’ organic pet food. It's still is a very popular brand, and to treat you and your canine friends
we’ve invited ‘Lily’s Kitchen’ to join us on Thursday 19th April from about 12pm-1pm for a tasting session. (Your dogs will probably enjoy this more than you)!
Visit our Pet Centre for ranges of every flavour - all created for
healthy and happy cats, dogs, kittens and puppies! Hope to see you there!
2012-05-02 13:46:17
We have a number of ideas to help you and your garden during the hosepipe ban, one of which is
Westland ‘Water Saving Gel’.
This specially formulated gel holds
400 times its own weight in water, and
slowly releases it throughout the season as the plants need it. This will help to reduce water stress in plants, and help them retain their flowers and fruits in times of hotter weather.
Ideal for all plants grown in baskets & containers, it can also be used for flowerbeds and vegetable plots!
2012-05-02 13:46:16
We hope you have lots planned to make the most of your Easter weekend whether it be out and about exploring, seeing family and friends or entertaining the kids. We have our fingers crossed the weather will hold out and be sunny!
We have a range of treats for you - Easter gifts and cards are still available, as well as new ranges of garden furniture and BBQ sets, garden plants, house plants, giftware and clothing. Maybe join us to feed the koi at 5pm, Mon-Sat? Or just come to relax, unwind and indulge in our Sedum Restaurant.
Have a Happy Easter and see you soon!2012-05-02 13:46:16
On
Saturday 14th April from 10am to 4pm, Chessington Garden Centre will be holding a
'Burns Pet Food' Demo Day!
Come and join us to discuss any dog/ cat dietary concerns you have.
'Burns' Nutritonal Advisor, Ruth, will be joining us for the day to answer any questions you may have, and help you find their solutions. You may even be able to take away a free sample to try!
"All our products are
hypoallergenic and free from artificial additives, preservatives and colourants. The versatile range of Burns Real Food for Dogs can provide feeding solutions for dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes”. Burns Real Food for Pets
2012-05-02 13:46:16
New! – ‘Valentine’ is a
dark red flowered variety of the ever popular Dicentra spectabalis (Bleeding Heart).
Lovely blue-green foliage is perfect to show off the nodding
heart-shaped flowers for a
long lasting spring display. They prefer shade or semi-shade, and can be found in our perennial area while stocks last.
2012-05-02 13:46:16
We have a
new range of Tree Paeonies just in! They come in
several varieties and beautiful colours - and some with
scented flowers!
We have waited a long time to find you such wonderful examples of these plants, but now we’ve found these, we think they’re
really strong contenders for your garden this year.
Why not have a look and see what you think?
2012-05-02 13:46:16
New in our Aquatic department are
Nexx Filters.
Nexx is an evolution in external filtration. A modular filter that has the
ability to have added extensions in order to increase its filtration capabilities should the need arise.
The Nexx filters can be used in
both freshwater and marine aquariums.
So you can have
crystal clear water in your aquarium beacuse Nexx removes the pollutants such as colours, odours, heavy metals and toxic gases without leaching phosphate.
Come and have a look at all our filters and accessories in our Aquatics Centre.
2012-05-02 13:46:16
Come in store today and see the record breaking
World’s Largest Spade!
Created by Yeoman, the UK’s leading tool brand, to celebrate their 21
st anniversary, the
12ft 9inch spade has beaten the previous world record by 11 inches.
The spade in store is one of only 90 replicas created by Yeoman to celebrate their achievement, 70 of which are currently on display in Garden Centres across the country.
2012-05-02 13:46:16
Delicious Afternoon Cream Teas for 2 - a new addition to our Sedum Restaurant menu!
Relax, unwind and indulge with a
selection of sandwiches, freshly made cakes and scones served with clotted cream, jam and a choice of tea or coffee. Enjoy all this for only £15.95! Enough to make your mouth water.
Available between 3-5pm Monday to Saturday, and 3-4pm Sunday.
What a way to spend an afternoon!2012-05-02 13:46:16
Do you ever want to get rid of weeds from your garden without using weed killer sprays for the fear of damaging plants you want to keep? Do you ever resort to pulling them out by hand, but the root system remains in the ground, and the weeds simply grows back?
New in store - Roundup Gel!With one hand you can target individual weeds with its unique formulation –
it’s that easy! The gel sticks to the leaf and stays there, no dripping or running, and kills weeds from the inside down to the roots so the weed cannot grow back, problem solved!
Click here to see how it works.
2012-05-02 13:46:16
Fantastic News! We have just been told by the local volunteers from the
Marie Curie Cancer Charity that
thanks to the generosity of our customers they raised £1894.52 during 2011 with collections here at Chessington Garden Centre.
This represents over 94 hours of night time Marie Curie Nursing care all spent on patients in the Kingston area.The charity will be back again with us at various times throughout the year. Congratulations to Marie Curie and a big thank you to all our customers who helped made this possible!
2012-05-02 13:46:16
Why not
sign up NOW to take advantage of the many
exclusive Chessington Garden Centre,
Loyalty Club members privileges?!
As one of our members, you will receive a monthly newsletter by email, packed with information on special offers and events happening in store.
- Free to join
- Members monthly newsletter
- Exclusive members vouchers
- Members preview evenings
- Exclusive promotional offers and preview e-mails
To join, simply pop into our store and fill in one of our Loyalty Club registration forms.
2012-05-02 13:46:15
Treat your Mum to something special this
Mother’s Day (Sunday 18
th March)!
We've a great selection of gift ideas in store. You'll find everything from potted plants and garden tool sets, to garden vouchers, soft cuddly toys, beautiful home and tableware, perfumed candles and much more.
Come and find that
ideal gift at Chessington Garden Centre!
2012-05-02 13:46:15
A natural, organic, sustainable product developed to give the best possible start to your plants, trees and shrubs.
Just what any enthusiastic gardener wants!Vitax Q4+ contains Mycorrhizal fungi which increases the nutrient uptake of the plants to
encourage strong root growth making it an ideal pre-planting fertilizer and base dressing for compost, helping to firmly establish mature and happy plants.
You can find it in our main shop!
2012-05-02 13:46:15
Want to keep unwanted cats out of your garden, or keep your own cat from entering certain areas? Then try
CatWatch - the only cat deterrent that has been scientifically tested and
recommended by the RSPB.
CatWatch has been
proven to reduce the presence of cats in gardens and the deterrent effect increases over time. Safe and easy to use, the device trains cats to stay away from your garden by emitting a unique ultrasonic alarm, (inaudible to humans), which is triggered by the cats movement and heat.
Now on sale here at Chessington Garden Centre, why not call in and take a look?
2012-05-02 13:46:15
We are very excited to announce the launch of our additional landscaping services to create a new ‘Design & Build’ team!
In addition to our current garden design services, we now offer a complete design & build package, as well as a maintenance service.
So now you can visit us for ALL your gardening needs!
Please
click here to take a look at the website for more details.
If you’d like to pop in and have a chat please feel free – you can find us situated in the Plant Information Centre. Alternatively contact us on 01372 725638, or via e-mail at
gardendesign@chessingtongardencentre.co.uk2012-05-02 13:46:15
Chessington Youth Action collected their cheque for
£2461! – all raised thanks to the
generosity of all those that visited our Grotto this Christmas.
The
locally based charity raises money to sponsor young people aged 5-18, who live in KT9 postal area, to take part in extra-curricular activities which may be beyond their parent’s means.
(You can find out more on their website
www.chessingtonyouthaction.org.uk ).
If you would like us to consider supporting your local charity please pick up an application form in store.
Thank you for your support!2012-05-02 13:46:15
Spring is finally on its way, and it's time for the frogs and newts to awaken from hibernation and look for a suitable body of water to spawn in.
So why not set up a wildlife pond in your garden? Just add plants and water, (no pump required), and see who comes to visit your pond!
We have a new plastics pre-formed plastic liner, ideal for setting up a wildlife pond, so why not pop in to see us for some friendly advice and ideas!
2012-05-02 13:46:15
Our Landscapes Team have just finished putting together our new display of our fencing range for 2012.
We are sure our customers will be impressed not only by the extensive range, but also the price and quality of our fencing range for this coming season. We have a comprehensive range of fencing from the standard overlap fence panels to the more decorative continental style fence panels. We also stock a large selection of fence posts and post supports gravel boards.
Come and see for yourselves!
2012-05-02 13:46:15
Would you like to increase the life of your outdoor surfaces? Fed up with the unsightly green mould that appears all over your fence and shed?
Then try NeverGreen, a new product now on sale here at Chessington Garden Centre.
NeverGreen is a new treatment for your home and garden. It works by creating an invisible barrier on all outdoor surfaces, preventing the growth of mould, mildew, fungi and bacteria. It can be applied on fence panels, sheds, patios, patio furniture, driveways, brickwork, roofing, gutters and textiles including awnings, sun loungers and parasols.
Keep your garden looking as good as new!
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Our landscapes department has been busy recently putting together our new display of paving and garden features from
Strata Stone.
This latest addition to our landscaping range includes contemporary paving, stepping stones and fabulous sandstone water features.
Alan our Landscapes Manager says he is “
over the moon about adding Strata Stone to our suppliers and am confident our customers will be equally impressed when next visiting our landscapes department. We still have a bit more work to do to get the display water features working but they look
stunning even as ornamental garden features."
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Our outdoor plant buyers have just arrived back from a plant sourcing trip around the nurseries of Spain. They travelled over 2000km by car to pick and choose the very best quality plants that are not grown by our local suppliers.
Highlights included fantastic topiary bay trees, large bamboo plants ideal for instant screening and a new range of semi-hardy Agaves that are ideal for the patio or sunny porch - even if you’re a bit forgetful with the watering!
2012-05-02 13:46:14
We are pleased to continue our partnership this season with Timber Garden Buildings Ltd (TGB) our supplier of garden buildings for the third year. TGB buildings are all made to order and include sheds, summerhouses, children’s play houses and gazebos.
TGB now manufacture all their buildings with a tanalised pressure treated finish. We have put in a new tanalised display model this year, and will be painting other models in the Spring.
Why not pop in and take a look for yourself? Brochures and pricelists are available to take away, and if you have any questions our landscapes team will be on hand to answer them.
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Our bakery has been busy being creative and have baked you a treat!
Home-made heart-shaped shortbread cookies and
valentines meringues are on sale now.
You can relax and enjoy them in our Sedum restaurant, or even take them away with you to make a
lovely surprise for someone!
Come and have a look!
2012-05-02 13:46:14
A fantastic Christmas at Chessington Garden Centre was topped off by the news that thanks to the generosity of all those that visited the grotto, we were able to raise some
£2461 for our chosen
Christmas Charity – ‘Chessington Youth Action’!
This is a locally based charity which raises money to sponsor young people aged 5-18, who live in KT9 postal area, to take part in extra-curricular activities which may be beyond their parent’s means. (You can find out more on their website
www.chessingtonyouthaction.org.uk ).
If you would like us to consider supporting your local charity please pick up an application form in store.
Thank you again for your support!2012-05-02 13:46:14
They made a list, they checked it twice…
Congratulations to the Grotto team who have been awarded
Silver for
‘The Greatest Large Garden Centre Christmas Grotto Team 2011’.
This year grotto’s were mystery shopped by The Mystery Dining Company, who brought their own mini experts along to rate the experience.
Speaking about one of our top finalists, our mystery parent said: “The Santa was excellent, both children were amazed and believed that he was the 'real' Santa."
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Congratulations to the Christmas team, who won a
Silver Award for
‘The Greatest Garden Centre Christmas Experience 2011’.
The judges were so impressed by the calibre of garden centres this year that they decided on a shortlist of centres in this new secret category, for the Mystery Dining Company to go out and mystery visit.
2012-05-02 13:46:14
The turkey and tinsel are long gone, but Chessington Garden Centre are pleased to be a
Finalist for
‘The Greatest Garden Centre Christmas Catering Team 2011’.
This year, The Greatest Christmas Catering Teams were visited by judges, who had the ‘terrible’ job of meeting them and testing the festive fare with the help of the Mystery Dining Company.
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Alan and Andy (our Landscape and Garden Design managers), recently visited a new supplier of paving for Chessington Garden Centre. Their visit was very successful and as a result we will be introducing several
new paving ranges to complement our Stonemarket paving range.
Alan said "We have a fantastic range of paving from Stonemarket but we recognised that many of our customers are seeking more quality products at affordable prices. We will be introducing new sandstone, antiqued sandstone and new sawn products - all offering our customers
greater choice and value for money. We also plan to add some fantastic garden walling and setts to our product range. Look out for our very own exclusive Chessington Khota Brown antiqued paving and Chessington Tumbled Sandstone paving."
2012-05-02 13:46:14
Are you a novice or beginner gardener, and overwhelmed by the amount of seeds available? If so, we are here to help!
We have a range of Suttons seeds aimed specially at the beginner gardener. The Suttons ‘Beginners Collection’ has been carefully developed and incorporates Suttons ‘Speedyveg and Herb’ seeds, seed tapes, seed mats and seed kits - all of which provide easy sowing, low maintenance work and quick results.
Using seeds is the cheapest and most rewarding method of growing your own plants, and there is nothing more satisfying!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
Some of the most
eye-catching plants in the plant area at the moment have no leaves or flowers on them - the interest comes from their
beautiful bark or stems!
Birches (Betula) with pure white, pink or ruffled shaggy trunks really stand out in the low sun. Snake bark and coral bark maples (Acer) glow bright orange or pink; and the Tibetan Cherry (Prunus serrula) looks great with its polished mahogany brown bark exposed by the lack of leaves.
What a shame it would be if they were evergreen!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
What could be better than a tasty plate of home-grown roast potatoes on your dinner table, freshly dug up that morning?
Seed potatoes will grow well in the ground, or in pots and growing bags - ideal if you are limited on space. Here at Chessington Garden Centre we have a large selection of Unwins Seed Potatoes, as well as all the accessories you’ll need to get you started!
Growing from seed potatoes is easy and rewarding, and there are many different varieties available. Come and take a look at our range today, we have experts on hand who can advise you on your choice.
2012-05-02 13:46:13
And the winner is.... Congratulations for this photo, which was chosen as
Winner of this year’s Grotto Photo Competition.
It was a tough decision to make, but eventually our independent adjudicator managed to choose one. She said, “Well done to everybody. They’re all so wonderful, and each captures something different. I found it very hard to choose a winner, and had several favourites. It was a tough choice”.
We hope you are all enjoying the new year so far, and hope to see you soon!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
Well done for this photo that was chosen as
Runner Up in this year’s Grotto Photo Competition.
Thank you to everyone that entered, we really enjoyed seeing your photographs, and hope you had a magical time too!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
For the rest of January and February every Monday our Sedum Restaurant will be serving a lamb dish from our home grown lamb which has been locally sourced.
Dishes will include roast lamb, lamb curry and casseroles all home-made fresh everyday.
Come and try them!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
Throughout these long winter months, a blaze of colour is a welcome relief in any garden.
Planting Cornus alba varieties, (Dogwood), will provide you with glorious coloured stems; from the coral-crimson stems of
Cornus alba ‘sibirica’ to the lime green of
Cornus stolonifera ‘Flaviramea’.
To get the best colour, Cornus should be cut back at the end of the winter, to about a third. This will encourage new healthy growth in the months ahead.
So for added winter colour, and to brighten up your borders, enjoy everything they have to offer the whole year through.
2012-05-02 13:46:13
Come and join us in our Aquatics Centre and
help feed our Koi fish!
We will be feeding our Koi fish
everyday at 5pm (except Sunday), and would love it if you would come and help us! Everyone of all ages are welcome.
It’s a splash!
2012-05-02 13:46:13
Introducing a tasty change to
breakfast in our Sedum Restaurant. Why not try our
omelette, toast and tea offer?
You have a choice of fillings for your omelette, and it’s cooked fresh to order just for you – and all for only £3.95!
Just the breakfast to start your day off with!
(Breakfast is served until 11.15am. Offer available Monday to Friday only).
2012-05-02 13:46:13
The winning entries for this year's Grotto Photo Competition have been chosen by our independant adjudicator, and the winner and runner-up entrants are being contacted.
Congratulations to the winner and runner-up, and a great big thank you to everyone who entered!
We have really enjoyed seeing your photo's and sharing your experience.We look forward to seeing you at Chessington Garden Centre again soon, but in the meantime we'll keep you updated on the competition, events and goodies across the site, through our posts.
2012-05-02 13:46:12
There’s nothing like some
good home-cooking to warm you up over the winter months, and we have the perfect dish!
Home-made by our chefs, you have to try our
tasty new Sausage Lattice! A puff pastry lattice filled with sausage meat and cranberries, and served with a selection of vegetables.
As well as our daily menu, this is only one example of all the delicious main courses we serve here in the Sedum Restaurant, so come and try them for yourselves!
2012-05-02 13:46:12
Back in 2004 Chessington Garden Centre become the first ever garden centre in the country to gain international recognition for environmental management by meeting the ISO14001 requirements (an Environmental Management certification that shows we monitor energy consumption, and optimise waste reduction, re-use of materials and recycling).
We have proudly maintained this coveted status to date, undergoing inspections and audits every six months.
It was therefore with great pride, that following our latest external environmental audit we were once again judged to comply with the very vigorous requirements of this prestigious environmental accreditation.
For our more comprehensive New & Events section
click here.
2012-05-02 13:46:12
At Chessington Garden Centre we have had the arrival of 2 protected species of tortoise!
We have Spur-thigh and Hermann tortoises, all of which are micro-chipped.
Micro-chipping has great benefits for you (and your tortoise). By already being micro-chipped, the cost of doing this yourself has been removed. Also, in the event of your tortoise having a wander and someone finding them, a vet would easily be able to scan the chip to identify your pet, and then reunite you.
All have registered paperwork.
2012-05-02 13:46:12
As we look to leave 2011 and enter what promises to be an exciting 2012, all the team here at Chessington Garden Centre would like to wish you, your family and loved ones a very
“Happy New Year”.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank you for your custom and continued support during the past year, we intend to bring you even greater value, better selection and higher levels of service during the coming twelve months.
We also look forward to keeping in touch, as well as seeing you soon!
2012-05-02 13:46:12
With tomorrow being the closing date for our fantastic “Grotto Photo Competition”, we thought it would be best to give everyone a final reminder to get their images posted.
Don’t forget, by getting those magical images you have taken during your visit to our Santa’s grotto, posted to our Facebook wall by the
31st December you will ensure your entry into our exciting photo competition, and stand a chance of winning a fantastic “Annual Family Pass” to a choice of top attractions.
Good luck!2012-05-02 13:46:12
As part of our customer service program and ongoing drive to help us all become a little greener, we shall once again be offering our
Free “Real Christmas Tree” recycling service until
31st January.
Just bring along your old Christmas tree to our dedicated recycling point adjacent to our main entrance and we will not only take it off your hands, but mulch it down for future use.
So it’s
Free, it’s
Green, and yet another reason to head on down to Chessington Garden Centre, where traditional service meets modern Green thinking.
2012-05-02 13:46:12
Santa may be gone for another year, but he has kindly said that we and his elves can use his magical grotto to raise some much needed money for the local charity
“Chessington Youth Action”.
So from the 27th December to the 8th January we are offering everyone, young or old, a chance to walk through and marvel at Santa’s magical grotto, here at Chessington Garden Centre.
For a simple donation of £2 per person, you too could have a great time, while supporting a good cause.
For further information on
“Chessington Youth Action” please visit www.chesingtonyouthaction.org.uk
2012-05-02 13:46:12
Today sees the start of our
“Christmas Sale” here at Chessington Garden Centre.
With savings of up to
Half Price on a wide range of selected items including; Christmas Decorations, Christmas Lighting Novelties, Christmas Cards & Wrapping Paper, Wreathes & Garlands, Christmas Tableware & Table Linen, all Lemax, and much, much more, this is one event not to miss.
So while Christmas day may have been and gone, for those who love to get organised for the year ahead, there’s no reason why you cannot bag yourself a bargain, in the Chessington Garden Centre
Christmas Sale!2012-05-02 13:46:12
With Christmas day almost upon us, all the team here at Chessington Garden Centre would like to wish you, your family and loved ones a very
Merry Christmas.
2012-05-02 13:46:11
With the closing date for our fantastic
Grotto Photo Competition fast approaching, we thought it would be a good time to remind everyone to get their images posted.
So don’t forget, get those magical images you have already taken, or plan to take during your visit, posted to our Facebook wall by the
31st December to ensure your entry into this exciting competition stands a chance of winning a fantastic “Annual Family Pass”.
Click here to see full competition details.
Good luck and remember it always pays to post early at Christmas!
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With performance dates and times only available until the 2nd January 2012, time is running out to secure your tickets to Cirque Normandie’s spectacular winter show here at Chessington Garden Centre.
Each 60 minute show is packed full of family friendly fun and entertainment, and with a fantastic, all new, bigger than ever show, including an international cast of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers as well as "Tolly and Company" with their side splitting comedy, this is one show you, your family and friends will not want to miss.
Click here for full details and on-line booking service.
2012-05-02 13:46:11
With visits to Santa’s grotto in full swing and such a great prize up for grabs in the Chessington Garden Centre
“Grotto Photo Competition”, Santa’s Elves are worried that some people may miss out, and felt a polite reminder would not go amiss.
“
Don’t forget your camera or camera phone when visiting Santa and his Grotto! And get your favourite images entered onto our
Facebook page as soon as possible. There are some
great prizes to be won so don’t miss out!”
Click here to find details of the competition, prizes and terms and conditions.
2012-05-02 13:46:11
If you’re one of the many people with a limited amount of space, or looking for a cost effective way to get into the fascinating and stunning world of
marine aquatics, then we may have the answer for you!
The
“MicroHabitat 15 & 30” tanks are fantastic! These feature packed 15 & 30 litre tanks are made from high quality acrylic with built-in filtration systems, and have micro LED lights with day and night modes - making them perfect for small Marine Aquascapes, Micro Corals and Miniature Invertebrates.
Why not come and see if we have a little something for you?
2012-05-02 13:46:11
Few things are better at bringing the colour, smell and real spirit of Christmas into a home than a festive floral display.
An indoor festive basket arrangement will not only make a fantastic addition to your own home, but can also make a beautiful and lasting gift to remind a loved one of you during the coming months.
As you would expect from a plant specialist, we have stunning selection of contemporary and traditionally styled Christmas basket arrangements, all lovingly cared for by our houseplant experts, just waiting for you choose.
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Every Christmas, Chessington Garden Centre supports a local charity. Our 'Christmas Wishing Well Charity' this year is
Chessington Youth Action.
Chessington Youth Action is a locally based charity that aims to
sponsor youngsters, aged 5-18 years, to take part in extra-curricular activities which might be beyond their families means.
This is the second year we have supported this worthy charity.
If you are a locally based registered charity and would like to be considered for our support, application forms are available from the till area.
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Our Aquatics experts know how important it is to have a healthy, well set up aquarium. That’s why they now stock the latest medicines and treatment range from NT Labs, the No.1 choice in marine care and treatment.
This high quality collection includes; water test kits, fish medications, water treatments and additives, all specially designed to assist with the keeping of a healthy Tropical or Coldwater Aquarium.
Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarium owners alike, they have been developed to ensure that you not only have a great looking aquarium, but also a healthy one!
2012-05-02 13:46:11
As you would imagine, at Chessington Garden Centre we have always had an appreciation of natural and beautiful plants, and one of our festive favourites is the Poinsettia.
With their stunning colours, a Poinsettia makes a fantastic display in any home at this time of year. There are 3 pot sizes to choose from, so you can find the perfect one for yourself, or your friends or family.
With all our stocks locally grown in Hersham, and then lovingly cared for by our houseplant experts, you can be assured of both a stunning selection and real expert help and advice.
2012-05-02 13:46:11
Calling all creative Hot Chocolate lovers and kids of all ages, we think we have a great new idea just for you.
Why not create your very own “Hot Chocolate Supreme”, by combining one our delicious Monbana hot chocolate drinks with your personal selection of fantastic toppings.
Simply choose your favourite combination from an array of toppings including mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings & fruit crispies, sprinkle liberally to create your own masterpiece, all for only £2.75.
Go on give it a go; you and the kids will love it.2012-05-02 13:46:10
This week saw the publication of Chessington Garden Centre’s latest local advertising.
This month’s issue contains a fantastic mix of our best Christmas offers, with a wide range of products from artificial trees, lighting, decorations, crackers, gifts, and treats for your pets.
You will also find details of Santa’s magical grotto, our exclusive photo competition, as well this winter’s visit by the Cirque Normadie.
In addition you will also find an exclusive voucher offer for our Sedum restaurant.
So why not pick up a copy and see what we have to offer you.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
Today marked the launch of our much anticipated Christmas lunches, in our award winning Sedum restaurant.
With a great combination of all new Christmas menus, fully dressed tables and waitress assisted service, all set in a specially selected and decorated section of the Sedum restaurant; we think our Christmas lunches are going to be a great hit this December.
So if you have not already done so, now is the time to sit back, choose your date and time for lunch, e-mail or ring in your contact details, and let us do the rest.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
Our aquatics experts have just returned from a buying trip, with a new and exciting selection of marine fish such as Angel Black French, Four-eyed Butterfly, Spotted Grunt and corals including Christmas tree, Comet and Watermelon Mushrooms.
With choices for novices and experts alike, this fantastic selection with its vast array of stunning colours and varieties has something for everyone.
With these and many more fabulous fish and accessories on display in our Aquatics centre now, there’s never been a better time to visit.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
Is there any better way to greet your guests and offer a sign of goodwill during the festive period than with a real, beautiful, natural smelling wreath, on your front door?
With their circular shape a simple symbol of eternal life, and their evergreen foliage bringing colour and warmth into the darker cold days of winter, wreaths make a stunning addition to any home.
So if it’s a real wreath you’re after this Christmas, then we think we have something special for you, with our fantastic, freshly delivered range, offering true quality, value and choice.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
It was a further case of all hands to the pumps again today, as we received a further large (in every sense of the word) delivery of real Christmas trees today.
With a fantastic selection of our best selling larger trees, the non-drop 2.00 - 2.50 metre Nordmann fir, this really was a delivery for the whole family this Christmas.
And for those looking for something even larger for their school or church, we have the magnificent 4.80 – 5.40 Norway spruce.
So why not visit soon and find your perfect tree.2012-05-02 13:46:10
With our own specialist Pet Care & Wildlife Centre we have seen first-hand the growing demand for poultry products, as more and more of us try our hand at keeping chickens.
We also know that some chicken lovers and collectors are looking for less demanding but just as rewarding additions to their home.
That’s why our new line of “Rocking Roosters” is turning out to be such a great hit. With a selection of poses in three sizes and a choice of Blue & Black colourways, they make the perfect gift or housemate.
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It was with no small amount of pride, that we received the marvellous news that we are the Garden Centre Association’s “South Thames Area” winner, for Christmas 2011.
While clearly recognising the fantastic team effort to-date that has resulted in our greatest Christmas displays, we shall not be resting on our laurels quite yet.
With further jobs to be finished and stunning festive stocks to arrive, we shall be pushing on to deliver you, our customers, a true Christmas experience to remember.
Why not join us soon, and let us know if you agree that we have a winning offer for you this Christmas.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
The past few days have seen a fantastic revamp of the Marine fish section in our specialist Aquatics centre.
Our resident team of aquatic experts have been working away to add a true splash of colour to our display tanks to complement their stunning residents.
With the use of specialist marine corals and selected accessories from our wide range of stocks, the team have been able to create colourful displays as well as a fish’s idea of paradise.
So why not visit soon and see how you too could bring a splash of colour to your home.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
Was it the management getting in the festive mood during our exclusive loyalty club members, "Christmas Preview Evening" or a fun packed visit by Tolly & company from the Cirque Normandie?
We will let you decide!
Either way, what we do know, is that with performances running on selected dates until Monday 2 January, if you're looking for a fun packed time the Cirque Normandie will be the place to be.
Why not guarantee your visit by
clicking here for our online booking service.
2012-05-02 13:46:10
Last night saw the hosting of our annual Loyalty Club members “Christmas Preview Evening”.
This exclusive event enjoyed a fantastic turn out of club members, their families and friends, all of which loved the combination of the festive hospitalities, an opportunity to browse our greatest Christmas display yet, exclusive savings and a coveted glimpse of Santa’s magical Grotto.
While our exclusive “Christmas Preview Evening” may come but once a year, we still have plenty of festivities and offers for you to enjoy.
So why not visit soon and join in the festive fun!2012-05-02 13:46:09
It was all hands to the pumps for a much awaited delivery of real Christmas trees today.
With a well earned reputation for trees that offer true quality and value, demand is again expected to be high, so stocks and manpower had to be arranged to match.
With a selection of sizes to meet all requirements and with choice popular trees including Noble fir, Nordmann fir and Norway spruce, this was one delivery that got all our attention.
So if it’s a cut or potted real tree that takes your fancy this Christmas, we have something for everyone.
2012-05-02 13:46:09
This coming Saturday, the 26th November will see the start of performances at the Cirque Normandie here at Chessington Garden Centre.
With an all new, bigger than ever, 60minute show, packed full of family friendly fun and entertainment including an International cast of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers and clowns, this is one show you and your family will not want to miss.
With performances running on selected dates until the 2nd January, now is the time to check your diary.
Why not guarantee your visit by
clicking here for our online booking service.
2012-05-02 13:46:09
This week has seen the launch of our own, very special, handmade, in-house Christmas Puddings.
Lovingly created by the Sedum restaurant's very own master bakers, these fantastic tasting and looking Christmas Puddings are stuffed full of traditional fruit ingredients and a splash of Brandy stout.
Available in both large and small options, and offering great value at £11.99 and £4.99, these mouth-watering puddings are sure to be a winner, either with the family or as a great gift this Christmas.
So why not visit soon and pick up your very own piece of Chrismas heaven.
2012-05-02 13:46:09
The past few days has seen the arrival and construction of the Cirque Normandie at Chessington Garden Centre for its winter residence.
As always, the main and most exciting task was the raising of the "Big Top". With the smoothness of a well oiled machine and a lifetime of experience to call upon, this major operation was a performance in its own right.
With Circus performances running on selected dates from 26th November until the 2nd January now is the time to check your diary.
Why not guarantee your visit by
clicking here for our online booking service.
2012-05-02 13:46:09
This coming
Wednesday 23rd November will see Chessington Garden Centre hosting its annual
Loyalty Club members "
Christmas Preview Evening" form 6pm till 9pm.
During this exclusive event, members and their families will not only have an opportunity to browse our greatest Christmas displays yet, but also benefit from a
10% OFF* saving on purchases made on the night.
With a complementary glass of wine and canape's, as well as a chance to glimpse Santa's Grotto, this will be an evening of magical festivities.
*Excluding all current offers and multi-buys.
Not currently a Loyalty Club member? - why not sign up now!2012-05-02 13:46:09
For some it's the perfect combination. Great looking, contemporary, and delightfully entertaining, gift boxed footwear themed serving pieces.
From a choice of durable stainless steel "High Heel" cake servers, with a removable magnetic heel, to a "Flip Flop" bottle opener, this exciting new range of serving pieces is already proving to be one of this year's festive hits.
So if you're looking to serve with style and a smile, or treat someone to a fantastic and original present this Christmas, we think this could be the perfect combination for you.
2012-05-02 13:46:09
This weekend saw Santa and his helpers make a spectacular entrance by horse drawn carriage.
To capture and record this exciting event, we have put together both a gallery of images on our Facebook page and a fantastic video which we have posted for your enjoy on YouTube.
Why not check them both out and tell us what you think?
Even better, if you were there on the day, why not share your thoughts with us and others on this exciting event via Facebook at
www.facebook.com/ChessingtonGardenCentre2012-05-02 13:46:09
The
23rd November will see Chessington Garden Centre hosting its annual
Loyalty Club members "
Christmas Preview Evening" form 6pm till 9pm.
During this exclusive event, members and their families will not only have an opportunity to browse our greatest Christmas displays yet, but also benefit from a
10% OFF* saving on purchases made on the night.
With a complementary glass of wine and canape's, as well as a chance to glimpse Santa's Grotto, this will be an evening of magical festivities.
*Excluding all current offers and multi-buys.
Not currently a Loyalty Club member? - why not sign up now!2012-05-02 13:46:09
James, Paul and Dave from our award winning landscapes team have all been very busy recently updating our decorative stones display area. We’ve introduced brand new signage and stands which make our display look better than ever.
We’ve also put up brand new sample boxes so our customers can feel free to take a small sample of decorative stones home to try out before they buy. We have a great range of decorative stones and rockery to choose from.
James Paul and Dave have had so much fun painting the new stands that they have volunteered to paint all are summerhouses and sheds as well ... good luck lads!!!!!
2012-05-02 13:46:09
Today saw the announcement of this year’s Santa’s Grotto photographic competition.
With a first prize of an ‘Annual Family Pass’ and a runners-up prize of ‘Day Tickets’, we have a fantastic choice of prizes for you including the National Trust, Merlin Entertainments Group, Royal Horticultural Society, English Heritage and Royal Palaces - there is truly something for everyone.*
For your chance to win, simply upload your best photo taken in our 2011 ‘Enchanted Winter’ Santa’s Grotto to our Facebook wall. The winning entries will be the two photos’ that are judged to have best captured the magic of your Grotto experience.
*Please see our
Facebook page for full details including Terms & Conditions.
2012-05-02 13:46:08
With Santa’s arrival only days away, it’s time to check those travel plans, and look forward to joining in the fun at Chessington Garden Centre this Saturday!
Santa and his helpers will be making their grand entrance by horse drawn carriage at 11am. Once greeted by his adoring fans and interviewed by Radio Jackie’s road-show presenter, he will make his way to his truly stunning, all new, Enchanted Winter grotto.
Why not guarantee your visit to Santa’s magical grotto by
clicking here for our online booking service.
2012-05-02 13:46:08
'This Morning' show, ITV. Thursday 17th November!
As previously mentioned on our blog, Chessington Garden Centre was the location for filming a short gardening piece for ITV's 'This Morning' show.
Our sources have made us aware of a schedule adjustment however, and the piece is now due to air on Thursday 17th November, instead of the 16th as mentioned in the earlier blog.
So watch out for us!
2012-05-02 13:46:08
Welcome to our Sedum Restaurant, it is the perfect place to relax, unwind and indulge.
Whether it's a quick coffee, tasty breakfast, special lunch or a leisurely afternoon tea & cake, we believe the all new Sedum restaurant is the perfect place to take the weight off your feet, catch up with friends or simply enjoy some good food in a relaxing and friendly environment.
You can now see what all the fuss is about in our new Sedum Restaurant video.
Click here to view it.
2012-05-02 13:46:08
As some of our customers may remember, at the start of September Chessington Garden Centre was visited by a camera crew from ITV.
They were filming a short gardening piece for
ITV's 'This Morning' show, with Duirmaid Gavin (award-winning Garden Designer) and Lesley Joseph (best known for her part as 'Dorien' in 'Birds of a Feather').
And now, our sources say it's due to air on
Wednesday 16th November! We are all very excited to see the results of their visit.
So watch out for us!
2012-05-02 13:46:07
This week saw the publication of Chessington Garden Centre’s latest local advertising.
This month’s issue contains a fantastic mix of our best Christmas and winter essentials. With a wide range of products from artificial trees, lighting, decorations, crackers, gifts, and treats for your pets - this is one event not to be missed!
With amazing savings, there’s never been a better time to visit Chessington Garden Centre, and check them all out for yourself!
For a look at the full range of items highlighted in this month’s ‘Wrap’, simply
click here.
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Both bigger and better in every sense, we think our Christmas lighting department warrants a special mention, and is well worth a visit all on its own.
Be it for tree lights, outdoor lights, novelty or welcome lights, mains or battery operated - with our widest and best selection ever of both indoor and outdoor lighting now in-store, we think we have another reason why you should make Chessington Garden Centre your first stop this Christmas.
2012-05-02 13:46:06
When it came to ideas for presenting this year’s Christmas themes at Chessington Garden Centre, we’ve got ourselves in a whirl – literally.
During a visit to one of our major garden furniture suppliers 'Alexander Rose', our buyers spotted a fantastic 3m tall
Ferris Wheel. Putting their Christmas hats on as it were, and applying a bit of imaginative thinking a plan was born.
With help and assistance from 'Alexander Rose', the fully working ferris wheel was duly relocated to our Christmas department where it will be used not only as a stunning backdrop, but also as a
moving presentation of this year’s Christmas themes.
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The last few weeks have seen the
transformation and re-launching of our much loved
House Plants department.
Not only has it moved into a larger and easier to navigate area, but has also been subject to a makeover in fixtures and product offer, including a bespoke
house plant wrapping service for those looking for the perfect gift.
As Denise, our resident house plant expert summed it up, “We now have the space and facilities to do this much loved, and smile inducing area justice”.
So why not visit soon and add a little colour and well being to someone's home as the perfect gift?
2012-05-02 13:46:05
Our Sedum Restaurant is slowly being transformed with Irene's stunning collection of Meringue Christmas trees, which will form a magical and decorative part of the festivities within the Sedum Restaurant.
But you no longer have to just admire them - you can enjoy them too! So why not relax in our Sedum Restaurant, and treat yourself to one of Irene's homemade Meringues?!
2012-05-02 13:46:05
After many a long day by our resident team of Christmas elves and a sprinkling of star dust, Chessington Garden Centre's biggest and best ever Christmas department has been launched.
With its stylish offer of artificial trees, decorations, indoor and outdoor lighting, crackers, gifts for all ages, as well as one of Surrey’s largest “Lemax” displays, we have all the things you will need to make your Christmas extra special.
So why not visit us today
and see how we can help make your Christmas one to remember!
2012-05-02 13:46:04
Come and enjoy our gorgeous freshly baked scones, made for you every day by our in-house baker! What could be better than a delicious scone with a little bit of jam and cream.... mmm.
Come and try them for yourself!
2012-05-02 13:46:04
During the year we have been supporting the local branch of the Marie Curie Cancer Research charity. They visited us on 3 weekends with their collection buckets and good cheer, through what can only be described as mixed weather.
Through the
generosity of our customers they managed to raise just under £2000 which will go towards providing
night time nursing for terminally ill patients in their own homes.
Thank you to everyone!2012-05-02 13:46:04
Here at Chessington Garden Centre we know the importance of both good timekeeping, and also like to keep an eye on the weather… so as you can imagine, we were very impressed with a great new range of “Outside - In” clocks - many with the added benefit of a built in weather station!
Ideal for both home and garden, this stunning new collection are fully weather proof and battery powered, with selected models featuring both hygrometers and thermometers.
So why not find the time to visit?
2012-05-02 13:46:04
It is often said that “good things come in small packages”, and after our latest delivery from Italy of a fantastic selection of dwarf pines, we certainly agree!
With a wide selection of varieties, these attractive slow-growing, bushy evergreen conifers make excellent additions to borders, rock gardens, or a great focal point in a patio pot.
So why not visit soon to see our full range, and the beautiful choice of foliage colours available.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
The launch date for Chessington Garden Centre’s biggest and best ever Christmas department has been confirmed for Monday 24
th October.
Our experts have once again been bringing together a fantastic collection of new themes, and much loved traditional looks, together with all the things you will need to make your Christmas extra special.
With stylish offerings including; artificial trees, decorations, indoor and outdoor lighting, crackers, gifts for all ages, as well as one of Surrey’s largest “Lemax” displays, Chessington Garden Centre is set to be
the destination for all things festive this year.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
This week saw the publication of Chessington Garden Centre’s latest local advertising.
Issued once a month as a four page 'wrap-around' to the free local Guardian newspapers for Elmbridge, Epsom, Kingston, Sutton and Wimbledon; it contains a mix of our best offers for the month.
With amazing savings, there’s never been a better time to visit Chessington Garden Centre and check them all out for yourself.
For a look at the full range of items highlighted in this month’s ‘Wrap’, simply
click here.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
As our award winning Sedum Restaurant starts to gear up for the festive period, it appears that one of the team is not only dreaming of a white Christmas, but has set about creating their own small part of it.
By combining her years of experience and her love of decorative cake making, Irene our resident baker, has created the first of a stunning collection of
Meringue Christmas trees, which will form a magical and decorative part of the festivities within the Sedum Restaurant.
Whilst Christmas may still be work in progress, we are pleased to confirm that we have a fantastic selection of Irene’s homemade cakes and breads on sale to admire and enjoy today!
2012-05-02 13:46:03
As development work on this season’s “Lemax” winter village at Chessington Garden Centre continues at a pace, a major milestone has been reached with the arrival and installation of a new local train service.
Last year technical problems meant the grand unveiling was delayed until this year.
Although passenger numbers will be restricted, the sheer pleasure that this exciting new addition will bring, should not be underestimated.
You’ll be able to join those looking to catch a glimpse very soon, so keep an eye out for updates.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
There's
something fishy going on in our Sedum Restaurant... we're introducing more fresh fish to the menu!
This week we've introduced
Seabass to the menu! It looks and tastes
delicious - so why not come and try it for yourself?!
Keep an eye out for more mouth watering treats being introduced soon.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
Congratulations to the
Landscape department who have won the M&M Timber award ‘
Independent Retailers of the Year 2011’!
Around 120 VIP guests joined M&M Timber last Thursday 29
th September for its Grand Open Day to launch new garden products, promotions and enjoy a five-course lunch. An amusing after-dinner speech from television personality Christine Hamilton was the prelude to the awards presentations – and we are thrilled to have received this award.
2012-05-02 13:46:03
The Aquatic Centre is proud to present their new additions of baby soft-shell turtles to the Chessington family!
Since the arrival of our female Soft-shell Turtle about a year ago she has had 4 clutches of eggs, each with about 20 eggs in.
Her latest arrivals are all recently hatched, having fun burying themselves in the sand… and now looking for new homes, so come and have a look!
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Following a successful and for once highly enjoyable planning application process, ‘planning permission’ has been granted for this season’s Lemax winter village at Chessington Garden Centre.
Plans were approved for our biggest and best Lemax village ever - featuring an array of houses, shops, and winter themed settings.
With the paperwork complete, the work of our specialist builders has begun and it’s full steam ahead for the grand unveiling.
So regardless if you are already a collector, or just one of the many who love to admire this festive treat, why not follow the village’s progress here on the blog.
2012-05-02 13:46:02
There’s a conifer for everybody and every garden!
Easy to care for and long-lasting, conifers provide interest in the garden all year round. High impact and yet low maintenance,
conifers enhance a garden in so many ways. They all have different colours, textures, structures and shapes, so why not experiment and try something new to jazz up your borders, hedges, or containers. You can even use them as ground cover, or create a focal point for your garden.
With so many varieties to choose from, which one will you love?
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Why not celebrate Christmas with us here at Chessington Garden Centre?
With a great new Christmas menu, fully dressed tables and waitress assisted service, all set in a specially decorated area of our award winning Sedum restaurant, Chessington Garden Centre will be the place to enjoy the festive spirit this December.
With a customer friendly booking system and an uncomplicated festive redemption card that reduces queues and payment times, you’ll only have to think about having a great time!
E-mail or ring in your contact details, and your chosen date and time, and let us do the rest!
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Our
Garden Design team are helping the organisation SANDS (Stillbirths and Neonatal Death charity) to create a Babies Memorial Garden at Epsom cemetery. We will be creating a tranquil garden space for families to sit and reflect.
The death of a baby is a devastating experience, and the effects of grief can be overwhelming. SANDS offers support to parents, family and friends left disorientated, isolated and exhausted.
They also work in partnership with health care professionals to improve the quality of care and services offered to bereaved families, as well as promoting research and changes in practice that could help to reduce the loss of babies’ lives.
If you would like to find out more about their work, please
click here.
2012-05-02 13:46:02
With much relief, this week saw the hugely anticipated completion and opening of new customer toilets and baby changing facilities. When upgrading our facilities as part of our new development, we were careful to ensure that all our visiting customers needs are provided for.
With double the number of baby changing and disabled rooms than previously, and vastly improved facilities for all, these new customer facilities are much more pleasant to use, and bring a new level of customer service and care to any visit.
So why not visit today and spent an extra penny or two.
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Our much anticipated first delivery of bare root wallflower bundles has arrived - a sure sign that autumn is upon us.
We will get fresh stock in on Thursdays or Fridays for the next few weeks until the crop runs out, or weather conditions prevent them being pulled up from the fields. We have full sized or dwarf bundles of mixed colours at £1.89 a bundle.
They are ideal for anyone who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty in the autumn for an economical display of cheerful, scented spring flowers!
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Ornamental Grasses are great for adding structure and late summer interest to the garden, now is the perfect time to plant them as we have a large and varied selection available.
Evergreen shrubs such as Skimmias, Sarcococca, and Choisya are now in stock – just the thing to keep the garden looking good through the winter.
For pots and containers, winter flowering Pansies, Cyclamen and Heathers are available, and if you are looking ahead to Spring, bare-rooted Wallflowers are due in very soon.
2012-05-02 13:46:02
As all keen gardeners know, there will be few easier and rewarding ways to bring a dramatic and beautiful splash of colour to your garden next spring than planting spring flowing bulbs.
We have a fantastic selection of “Taylors” award winning bulbs, including daffodils, crocus, hyacinths and tulips all offering an array colour options for your borders and patio containers.
And for those looking to extend their displays through to the summer months, we also have a stunning selection of summer flowing bulbs such as lilies, alliums and crocosmia.
2012-05-02 13:46:02
Like all well tended gardens, our Stonemarket Show Gardens have improved with age and loving attention.
While always offering a stunning choice and being more than a little pleasing on the eye, we think our show gardens here at Chessington Garden Centre are now looking as good, if not better, than ever.
No matter if it’s contemporary or traditional, large or small there never been a better time to view, get details and plan for your own show garden.
So why not visit soon and let us know what you think?
2012-05-02 13:46:01
Some of our customers yesterday were in for a treat when a camera crew from ITV arrived at Chessington Garden Centre to film Duirmaid Gavin (award-winning Garden Designer) and Lesley Joseph (best known for her part as 'Dorien' in ‘Birds of a Feather’) for a short gardening piece on ITV’s ‘This Morning’ show.
So look out for our familiar setting in November when they are due to air! (Details to be confirmed, so watch this space).
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We know that getting the right calendar for the coming year allows us to start making those all important plans for the year ahead, but it’s also a great way to display some of our favourite images.
With themes including: Gardening, Countryside & Natural World, Cats, Dogs & Wildlife, Transport, Sport, Entertainment and Humour; and prices from £4.99, we are sure to have something for you.
So why not make a date to call in soon - there’s no better time to secure your favourite calendar for 2012.
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Here at Chessington Garden Centre, we have just taken delivery of our hotly awaited selection of Autumn Azaleas and Rhododendrons.
As summed up by our outdoor plants team member Doug, “this year’s selection of Azaleas and Rhododendrons offer fantastic quality and value, as well as spectacular spring flowers and useful evergreen foliage.”
With a wide range of varieties and sizes to choose from, now is the time to plant.
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“It’s great when a plan comes together”, and that’s certainly been the case when it comes to our award-winning Sedum Restaurant.
Being a family owned and run business, we know the importance of the family unit. So when it came to planning our new Sedum Restaurant, it was a given that we should have an area that all family could enjoy.
The
Sedum ‘Family Room’ has a dedicated child friendly area with a selection of toys, as well as features including high chairs, kid’s chairs, microwave, and bottle washing facilities.
So why not bring along the whole family, and try it for yourself!
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If you are one of the thousands of people who fit into the above category, then Chessington Garden Centre has good news for you! Why not take advantage of our monthly
10% off Tuesdays?
From Tuesday 30
th August, we shall be holding special
Over 60’s - 10% off Days* on the
last Tuesday of each month in our
Pet & Aquatics Centre. Our Pet Centre includes reptiles, fish, bird and pet food, plus a large range of accessories.
Dates to make a note of are: 30
th August, 27
th September, 25
th October and 29
th November.
So come along and treat your pet to something extra!
*Please note: I.D. may be required for authorisation. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.
2012-05-02 13:46:01
Santa has confirmed that he will be in residence at his new Grotto at Chessington Garden Centre
from the Saturday 19th November until Saturday 24th December - so it’s now time to make those all important plans to visit!
To help ensure that your visit goes smoothly, and that Santa knows when you will be arriving, our little team of helpers has created a fantastic easy-to-use Grotto booking and information section.
Click here to book your passes to this year’s magical experience and to get more information and details on what is sure to be one of the most exciting tickets in town this Christmas.
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With performance dates and times confirmed for Cirque Normandie’s winter residence at Chessington Garden Centre, now’s the time to consult your diary.
So that you enjoy the experience fully and you have all the details you require, we have created a fantastic easy-to-use booking and information system.
Just
click here to book your tickets and to get more information or details for one of this year’s most family-friendly, fun packed shows!
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Autumn bulbs are planted in late summer to early autumn and flower later the same season. So whilst your summer-flowering plants may be starting to look a little tired, you can still look forward to a splash of colour to brighten up your garden at this time of year.
We have a selection of Autumn-flowering bulbs in stock now, which will be perfect to cheer up your garden beds or patio containers for the rest of the season.
But if you’d like to plan ahead, we can offer you a broad range of Spring-flowering bulbs to plant now too!
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As part of the continuing development of our fashion items, our lifestyle buyer this week visited the “Moda” fashion event at Birmingham’s NEC, with the aim of adding to our already popular fashion offers - famous names already include Musto, Weirdfish, Town & Country, Reggata and Gruffalo for kids.
Billed as the UK’s largest fashion trade event for womenswear, menswear, footwear and accessories, “Moda” was the place to be for those new and exciting trends and trimmings.
So keep an eye out for further updates to help you bloom this season.
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At Chessington our buyers are always looking for that something special, that’s both perfect for the job, and just a little bit different!
When it comes to contemporary kitchenware,
JosephJoseph is internationally recognised for producing some of the most stylish and functional products available, as demonstrated by our latest arrivals.
You can have the likes of
Elvis in your kitchen with these multi-function worktop savers! Made from toughed glass, they are just a part of the fantastic collection of JosephJoseph kitchenware products now available at Chessington Garden Centre, ‘
Inspiration for your Home & Garden’.
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Last month our plant buyers were busy travelling to Italy’s finest nurseries to source the very best large shrubs and trees for our
NEW Mature Plant Area.
Our new Mature Plant Area has added 950 square meters to our outdoor plant area, and is full of beautiful specimen plants, with many more arriving from Italy soon.
The new area contains a wide range of evergreen and deciduous trees, ornamental shrubs, topiary and hedging plants which will give an impressive instant
wow-factor in any garden.
So we now have many more quality plants for you to choose from! Come and have a look!
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We are pleased to announce that Santa’s travel plans have just been confirmed for this Christmas, and he will be taking up residence in his all new grotto at Chessington Garden Centre from the 19th November.
As he and visitors to his previous grottos will confirm, he can expect both a warm welcome, and a truly stunning and magical temporary home.
Our team is currently working on a fantastic, simple to use on-line booking system and preview section. So keep an eye out for further details, and the launch of our on-line booking service.
This is one visit you, your family and friends will not want to miss.
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Are you looking for a great place to relax this summer?
Well if you’re looking for a fantastic chair at a great price, then Chessington Garden Centre is the place for you.
We have just reduced all our “Anti Gravity” chairs to
half their original price. With features including multi positional settings, sturdy double powder-coated steel frames and low maintenance wipe clean Permalene fabric, they not only look great, but will provide year round service and comfort. And best of all they will now do it for
half the price!
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Sowing the seeds for a great Christmas with grow-your-own Christmas potatoes - Christmas Seed Potatoes
now in stock!
Vegetables always taste better when they're home-grown, so why not make your Christmas dinner extra special this year, with your very own home-grown potatoes.
We now have a choice of new potato varieties ready for planting to give you a crop ready to harvest throughout November & December. So why not pop in to see what we have on offer and pick up some great advice at the same time.
Just think how good those festive roast potatoes and mash could taste this year!
2012-05-02 13:46:00
The ‘Weber Experience BBQ Roadshow’ was a
huge success on Saturday 23rd July!
Weber chef Dan was surrounded by eager barbequers all keen to try the
delicious food he cooked for everyone to sample. He demonstrated numerous barbeque cooking techniques, and the recipes are on their
website.
If you missed the Weber Experience this time round, they are hopefully back at Chessington Garden Centre towards the end of the year - so
watch this space!
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We are pleased to announce that the “Cirque Normandie” will once again be returning to Chessington Garden Centre this winter, with performances running on selected dates from 26th November until the 2nd January 2012.
As previous visitors will confirm, each 60 minute show will be packed full of family friendly fun and entertainment, having been specially created with children up to 10 years old in mind.
So why not keep an eye out for further details and the launch of our on-line booking service. This is one show you, your family and friends will not want to miss.
2012-05-02 13:46:00
The ‘Weber Experience BBQ Roadshow’ is coming to Chessington Garden Centre this Saturday (23rd July) from 11.30-2.30pm!
The well-known BBQ brand are touring the UK, and making a pit-stop here at Chessington Garden Centre.
They will be cooking delicious food, as well as demonstrating the latest cooking techniques, and giving you useful grilling tips and recipes to try.
Weber barbeques and accessories can be found in our shop, with many of them included in our Summer Sale – now on!
For your chance to impress guests this summer with your expert BBQ knowledge, don’t miss out!
2012-05-02 13:45:59
This week saw the publication of Chessington Garden Centre’s latest local advertising.
This month’s issue contains a mix of our best
Garden Furniture and Outdoor Living sale items. And with savings of anything up to ‘Better than Half Price’ on a wide range of products from famous named brands including Alexander Rose, Leisuregrow, Weber and Outback, this is one event not to be missed!
So why not pay us a visit and check them all out for yourself!
For a look at the full range of items highlighted in this month’s ‘Wrap’, simply
click here.
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Here at Chessington Garden Centre, we believe that you’re never too young to get out in the garden - and now your children or grand-children can do it in the company of one of their favourite characters, the “Gruffalo”.
Our new fairy-tale ‘Gruffalo’ range is proving to be very popular - and it’s understandable with its beautifully designed range. Whether a budding gardener or just a ‘Gruffalo’ fan, these fabulous products will encourage your children to get outside and have some fun in the garden!
The range includes gardening tools and accessories for little hands; as well as clothing such as wellington boots, rain Macs, hats and gloves.
Come and see our full range in store today!
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The ‘Weber Experience BBQ Roadshow’ is coming to Chessington Garden Centre on the
23rd July!
The well-known BBQ brand are touring the UK, and making a pit-stop here at Chessington Garden Centre.
They will be cooking delicious food, as well as demonstrating the latest cooking techniques, and giving you useful grilling tips and recipes to try.
Weber barbeques and accessories can be found in our shop, with many of them included in our Summer Sale – now on!
For your chance to impress guests this summer with your expert BBQ knowledge, don’t miss out!
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With savings of up to “Better than Half Price” on a wide range of products from famous brands including Alexander Rose, Leisuregrow, Neptune and Outback, this is one event not to be missed!
For those looking at
Garden Furniture, there is a wide range of options from complete dining sets, individual swing seats through to traditional benches. With a choice of cast aluminium, painted wood as well all-weather woven weave - there’s something for everyone.
There’s also no better time to pick up a new gas or charcoal
barbecue at a great Summer Sale price. With manufacturers including Weber, Outback and Swiss Grill you’re guaranteed great value for a quality product.
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Congratulations also to the team at Chessington Garden Centre who have been awarded GOLD for ‘The Greatest Garden Centre Green Team for 2011’!
The Gold was awarded for the 20,000 square feet of sedum roof, geothermal under-floor heating and cooling, voltage reduction and ISO14001 certification (an Environmental Management certification that shows we measure consumption, and optimise waste reduction, re-use of materials and recycling).
The whole team at Chessington Garden Centre are happy to be living green every minute of every day!
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Congratulations to the Sedum Restaurant team here at Chessington Garden Centre who are winners of ‘The Greatest Garden Centre Catering Team for 2011’!
Over the past few weeks ‘The Garden Trade News & Garden Radio Greatest Awards’ have visited over 80 garden centres, met 185 teams in their search, and sent mystery diners out to be a judge. Information and photographs were pooled, and with standards at a high it took many weeks of deliberations for the judges to make their tough decisions!
We waited with much excitement and anticipation, but were thrilled to be awarded the GOLD!
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The Pet & Aquatic Centre are proud to present their new additions to the Chessington family – Bearded Dragon family that is!
Last summer we acquired two female Bearded Dragons which settled in nicely to their new home, which they share with a male. It wasn’t long before the females started to look more plump than usual.
Six weeks later, our Bearded Dragons laid and covered their eggs. We carefully removed them (a total of 19) and placed them into an incubation tank.
All are recently hatched, perfect replicas of their parents... and are now looking for new homes!
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Why not take the backache out of weed removal with a ‘Fiskars’ Weed Puller.
As seen on a TV, this great invention is perfect for removing weeds such as dandelions from your garden. The ‘Fiskars’ Weed Puller is easy and comfortable to use and does away with digging and bending down, as well as the use of chemicals – making it an environmentally friendly product too!
With quality features including deep-reaching stainless steel claws that grab weed roots from multiple directions, and a special release mechanism that allows clean and efficient results every time, why not make weeding a little easier this Summer?!
2012-05-02 13:45:58
This week saw the publication of Chessington Garden Centre’s latest local advertising.
Issued once a month as a four page 'wrap-around' to the free local Guardian newspapers for Elmbridge, Epsom, Kingston, Sutton and Wimbledon; it contains a mix of our best offers for the month.
With savings of anything up to ‘Better than Half Price’, there’s never been a better time to come to Chessington Garden Centre and check them all out for yourself.
For a look at the full range of items highlighted in this month’s ‘Wrap’, simply
click here.
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Like you, we want the best for our pets. We have recently discovered a range of tasty and delicious pet food from Lily’s Kitchen, who have been named “Best Pet Food Company in the UK 2009, 2010 and 2011” by the Ethical Company Good Shopping Guide.
They produce only
organic pet food (no additives or derivatives), using whole fruits and vegetables, whole grains and whole pieces of meat in their recipes. Ingredients are sourced from small producers who are committed to fairness and to supplying the best possible ingredients.
Visit our Pet Centre for ranges of every flavour - all created for healthy and happy cats, dogs, kittens and puppies!
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3 years ago Chessington Garden Centre created it’s own Reed Bed system to collect and clean all the excess run-off water from around the site - and today it was time for some weeding!
At this time of the year our reed bed starts to be invaded by Bull-rushes. Bull-rushes do not have the same oxygenating power as the reeds do, which means that the filtration system starts to become less effective.
Our reed bed is designed to work over four treatment stages of cleansing, to mimic the natural process of water filtration that occurs in wetland ecosystems. The run-off water is collected, passed through the reed-roots, and purified by natural biological processes to provide stream quality water!
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Introducing new
CATIT® DESIGN SENSES, a collection of innovative cat products designed to enrich a cat's life by stimulating all of his senses.
There are 6 unique modules to choose from to keep your cat happy and active. If your cat’s a food lover then the Food Maze will be purr-fect. Your cat may also enjoy the Massage Centre, Scratch Pad or Grass Garden modules. And an active cat will love the Play or Speed Circuits.
If your cat loves them all, why not buy all six and attach them together - your cats will have hours of fun!
Visit our Pet Centre to see our 'Senses' display and for more details.
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The Leisuregrow Gas
Barbecues with their patented “
Grillstream Technology” of open bar grilling and cooking are designed to give you the most enjoyable barbeque grilling experience ever.
As demonstrated on BBC Dragons’ Den, their unique shaped double-grill system streams away the dripping fats and oils which would normally cause flare ups - meaning food is grilled more safely and healthily but still maintains that all important barbecue taste – as well as making the cleaning up process a dream!
Come along today and see for yourself what one of this year’s must have barbecues can do for you and your guests this summer.
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The highly effective Waspinator repels wasps and creates a 12m wasp-free zone wherever it is hung!
The Waspinator mimics an enemy wasps’ nest. Wasps are very territorial, so when a foraging wasp sees an enemy nest they will leave the area for fear of being attacked. Wasps have a vision range of over 6m, but at that range they see only shape and colour – not detail. So when they see a Waspinator, they think it’s an enemy nest and leave the area for somewhere safer!
Made from recyclable material, it is weatherproof, and easily folded up to take out with you wherever you go.
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As part of Chessington’s growing clothing offer, we have just taken delivery of an exciting range of “Strupz” products - making Chessington the first Garden Centre in the UK to sell these must-have fashion accessories!
These unique products are designed to keep jeans and trousers from riding up when wearing boots. Available in a choice of colours, their clever design not only does away with that baggy-round-the-knee look, but also adds comfort, convenience and a smarter appearance.
These simple but effective Strupz are becoming very popular. Come and see for yourselves!
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Some people say that the Christmas festive period seems to start earlier every year. Well at Chessington Garden Centre this is certainly the case when it comes to planning for Santa’s grotto.
Having developed into one of Surrey’s main festive destinations, only bigger and better than last year will do! So this week saw the Grotto team visit their animator supplier in Yorkshire to view and select this year’s additions.
Chessington’s in-house designers said “We are certainly inspired after our trip! After last year’s response to Santa’s Winter Wonderland, this year’s early planning stage is essential for us to ensure we deliver the best Grotto yet!”.
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As all Houseplant lovers know, correct watering can be one of the hardest things to get right. Over 90% of our customer queries regarding “sick” plants can be diagnosed as either due to under or over-watering.
To ensure that all of our plants are given just the right amount of water, we have just taken delivery of two “H
202Go” carts.
As Denise, our Houseplant Manager says: “These carts will enable us to dispense just the right amounts of water to each individual plant quicker and much more efficiently than ever before, ensuring that our stocks are maintained to the high standards we and our customers demand”.
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With springtime fully underway and memories of the winter snow faded, it is now time to take stock (some would say literally) of Chessington Garden Centres very own Lambs.
Having been carefully nurtured during the early weeks, and well sustained during the dark winter months, they have grown in to the fine examples you see today at home half a mile away in their very own field at Byhurst Farm.
Why not keep an eye out for future updates in your all new Chessington Blog.
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As part of the ongoing development work at Chessington Garden Centre, a new and exciting combination of raised flowerbeds has been added to the main customer entrance.
Contracted using traditional "Dry Stone Walling" by Lester Fortune Landscapes and Under the Sun, two of Chessington's recommended traders, these exciting new additions will welcome customers with a series of displays and planting options over the coming year.
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Following unprecedented early season demand due to this year's run of fine weather, further stocks of "
Lafuma" recliner and multi-action chairs are now back in-stock.
With their lightweight sturdy design and wide choice of sizes and styles, they are becoming one of this year's must have items for gardens and balconies alike. So why not visit soon and see our extensive range before they're all gone.
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Looking to create your own individual hanging basket? We just had
this seasons exciting and colourful range of hanging basket plants
delivered.
With a wide selection including; Fuchsias, Geraniums, Petunias,
Nemesias and Bacopas to choose from, now's the time to create your
own stunning summer display.
2012-05-02 13:45:57
With a great new look, improved content and functions, the all new Chessington Garden Centre Web Site was launched on the 11th May.
Looking to provide you, our customers, with an improved and much more enjoyable experience when visiting the site, further work and updates will be continuing over the coming months.
2012-05-02 13:45:57
Following many months of planning and development, Chessington Garden Centres latest labour of love has burst into life.
Set within the stunning new building and from who's environmentally friendly living green roof it takes its name, the
Sedum restaurant has opened its doors to an expectant public.
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As part of the site development new covered walk ways have been installed linking the new building, Pets and Aquatics Centre and Bedding House.
Offering greater convenience and protection from the elements, they are sure to be a hit with customer and the team alike.
2012-05-07 11:35:37