BHN Garden Centre in Chelmsford

Very large garden centre lots of choices of plants etc. many under cover. Unfortunately the coffee shop was not open fully at 3:45 even though closing was supposed to be 4:30. Only had help your self express counter open with little cakes on offer.

First time here and there is so much to choose from, we did buy rather a lot of plants and pots. Some staff not very welcoming. The cafe is wildly overpriced for what you get and the coffee prices are ridiculous. Took a star away for this reason

If you need anything for the garden, this is the place to go. Much of the garden centre is under cover, so the plants, trees, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, etc etc are all very healthy. There's garden furniture, BBQs and ornaments, a gift shop, clothing and a coffee shop!!

I had a lovely afternoon browsing and buying a few plants. Lunch was excellent as usual. I had a cheese and onion toastie which came with crisps and side salad and was delicious. Sarah was extremely helpful. I wanted some information on the Hartman recliner garden chairs and she was very knowledgeable.

We had our first visit to BHN yesterday , we enjoyed a lovely breakfast in the cafe , before we took a look around the nursery . We went to buy a bag of compost & ended up with shrubs , a rose bush , fly spray , air plants , a birthday card & a new jacket ! It just goes to show the vast selection of items availiable . Would thoroughly recommend.

Another great garden centre to visit if you are visiting RHS Hyde Hall. The outside garden centre is huge (and much cheaper than Hyde Hall), there is a big selection of plant pots and loads of plants. I will definitely come here next time I'm on the hunt for a special plant.

We are pleased to have found a garden centre where we can shop with our dog. There is a good selection of plants to choose from, and the usual ornaments and accessories are available. I did find the indoor shop a little muddled and could do with makeover to make it easier to navigate and showcase the stock in a more pleasing manner. In the large cafe we purchased a couple of coffees, bacon & brie sandwich which came with a tasty coleslaw and garnish.

Huge selection of good quality plants, especially roses. Summer bedding plants here are first class. Plenty of other items, including garden furniture, candles, houseplants and the added benefit of a good cafe. Lots of parking. This is our favourite place to go!

Only been here twice during low season, autumn and winter. Very impressive and can't wait to shop here in the spring and summer. Bought lovely house plants today and the range is amazing.

Very good but charging me for a fried slice instead of having toast which comes with breakfast is ridiculous. £1.50 for a fried slice! Got all 3 breakfasts wrong but apologised and remade.