Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum, Essex
The perfect place for a great day out
The Gardens and Arboretum feature a tree collection from all the temperate areas of the world set in more than 200 acres of historic landscape providing interest and enjoyment throughout the year. You can follow the paths through the Arboretum, where you can see beautiful vistas and a host of exotic trees from around the world.
The Visitor Centre, housed in a restored Essex barn, offers information, a Shop and Tea Room serving morning coffee, light lunches and teas, with homemade cakes available all day. Our home cooked soup is always welcome after a morning walk or before an afternoon stroll around the spectacular Gardens and Arboretum at Marks Hall.
Photo of the Month
Photo of the Month Competition May Winner - Clare Heyes (taken on the 2nd May) Thank you for all your entries, why not make the most of the good weather and get your June entries in now! Read more
Happy Anniversary
It is the Visitor Centre's 20th Anniversary this June and to celebrate we are holding a Quiz Night on Thursday 27th June.Read more


