Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Centre for Plants, Furniture & Expert Advice
Established in 1936, Squires Garden Centres has grown from a small landscaping business into one of the UK's leading family-owned horticultural enterprises. Our 17 centres across Surrey, Sussex, Berkshire, and London offer an extensive range of plants, garden products, and expert advice. With a legacy of innovation, we pioneered the garden centre concept in the UK and continue to lead the industry through award-winning practices. Our commitment to quality is evident in our RHS award-winning displays and diverse product offerings, including homegrown plants from our acquired Barnsfold Nurseries.We combine decades of horticultural expertise with modern conveniences like local delivery services and on-site cafes, while maintaining strong community ties through educational programs and charity partnerships. Our team of qualified horticulturists provides personalized plant advice, ensuring customers receive both product excellence and specialist knowledge.
Services
Plants
Garden Furniture
Gardening Essentials
Giftware
Outdoor Living
Houseplants
Caf Service
Plant Advice
Local Delivery
Assembly Service
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1936 with generations of horticultural expertise
- 17 centres across the South East with homegrown plants from Barnsfold Nurseries
- Award-winning displays and product ranges from industry-recognised experts
- Comprehensive plant advice from qualified horticulturists
- Community-focused with educational programs and local charity partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society
- Garden Centre Association
Services
Plants
We offer an extensive selection of quality plants including shrubs, roses, cottage garden varieties, and indoor plants. Our horticulturists ensure optimal plant health and provide expert advice on selection and care. Customers benefit from our 3-year plant guarantee and homegrown stock from Barnsfold Nurseries.
Garden Furniture
Our garden furniture ranges from contemporary loungers to traditional wooden sets, all designed for durability and style. We offer weatherproof covers and assembly services to ensure long-lasting enjoyment. Seasonal sales provide cost-effective options for transforming outdoor spaces.
Gardening Advice
Qualified horticulturists provide personalized plant care guidance and gardening solutions. We offer planting masterclasses and seasonal advice through workshops and online resources. Our expertise covers everything from drought-resistant planting to lawn care maintenance.
Local Delivery
We deliver plants and garden products locally using our branded fleet. Orders over 60 qualify for free delivery within 5-7 miles of our centres. Our dedicated delivery team handles fragile items with care, including two-person lifts for larger purchases.
Caf Service
Our 1936-themed cafs serve breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea with locally sourced ingredients. Four centres feature extended menus with freshly cooked meals. The recently refurbished Hare Hatch caf offers an enhanced dining experience alongside garden shopping.
People
Sarah Squire
Chairman
Third-generation leader continuing the family legacy, overseeing strategic direction and innovation while maintaining horticultural excellence across all centres.
Colin Squire
Founder's Son
OBE-honoured horticultural pioneer who established the first Squire's garden centre in 1964, still actively guiding the business's development.
Questions
When was Squire's Garden Centres established?
We were founded in 1936 by D.J. Squire as a landscaping business, evolving into one of the UK's first garden centres in 1964.
What services do you offer besides plants?
We provide garden furniture, giftware, horticultural advice, local delivery, furniture assembly, and café services with breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea options.
Do you have online shopping options?
Yes, we offer online shopping with local delivery available within 5-7 miles of our garden centres.
Are there any notable awards you've won?
We've won multiple RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show medals and Garden Centre Association Awards for excellence in plant areas, food halls, and customer service.
Do you support community initiatives?
We run educational gardening programs for all ages and support local charities chosen annually by our staff teams.
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