Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Premier Garden Centre in Towcester, Northants
Established in 1989, Bell Plantation has grown from a small landscape business into one of the UK's leading garden centres. As a family-run enterprise, we combine decades of horticultural expertise with a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences. Our 48,000 square foot site offers over 4,000 plant varieties, specialist gardening advice, and a unique retail environment featuring independent retailers. With onsite facilities including a poultry centre, caf, and playbarn, we provide a comprehensive destination for garden enthusiasts. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our plant guarantee and loyalty programme, while our environmental initiatives demonstrate our dedication to sustainable practices.The team maintains extensive knowledge of horticulture and poultry breeding, ensuring customers receive expert guidance. With free parking and accessibility from major regional routes, we welcome visitors from Towcester, Brackley, Daventry, and beyond. Our seasonal events and family-friendly attractions make us a year-round destination for both gardening needs and leisure visits.
Services
Plants & Shrubs
Garden Furniture
Giftware
Playbarn
Poultry Centre
Caf
Coffee Hut
Retail Partners
Seasonal Events
Plant Advice
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Family-run business offering personalized gardening expertise since 1989
- 4,000+ plant varieties with expert horticultural advice available daily
- Comprehensive loyalty programme offering exclusive discounts and rewards
- Integrated retail destination combining gardening, food, and family attractions
- Dedicated poultry centre with 50+ breeds and 28-day replacement guarantee
What people say
Delicious food
Friendly staff
Huge selection
Knowledgeable staff
Fantastic garden centre
Services
Plants & Gardening Supplies
We offer over 4,000 varieties of plants, trees, shrubs, and gardening essentials across 48,000 square feet. Our expert team provides specialist advice on plant selection and care. Seasonal promotions and bulk discounts available for landscaping projects.
Poultry Centre
The UK's largest poultry selection featuring 50+ breeds including chickens, ducks, and geese. All hybrid hens come with a 28-day replacement guarantee. Specialist feed and accessories available for poultry keepers.
Belle's Playbarn
Unique wooden play structure designed for toddlers and young children. Two-hour sessions available with dedicated baby/toddler area and air-conditioned caf access. Booking recommended during peak periods.
Caf & Catering
Daily serving breakfast until 11am and lunch from 11:30am to 3:30pm. Speciality menu featuring homemade dishes, afternoon tea, and seasonal produce. Table ordering via mobile app available.
Retail Partners
25+ independent retailers offering diverse products from home interiors to veterinary services. Includes specialist shops like Perch Coffee Hut, Hot Tubs at Home, and Bloom Fine Art Gallery.
Questions
What are your opening hours during bank holidays?
We remain open with normal hours on Bank Holiday Mondays: Garden Centre 9am-5:30pm and Café 9am-5pm.
Can I bring my dog to Bell Plantation?
Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in outdoor areas. They must be kept away from Food Hall, Café and Poultry Centre.
Do you offer plant guarantees?
Yes, all plants come with our Plant Guarantee providing peace of mind for your purchases.
How do I book playbarn sessions?
Sessions must be pre-booked online through our website with 2-hour time slots available daily.
Are there food options available?
Our Café serves hot meals until 3:30pm and drinks throughout the day with seasonal menus featuring local produce.
What parking facilities do you have?
We provide free car parking for all visitors with assistance available for transporting purchases to vehicles.
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