If I thought I was gardened out after Westonbirt Arboretum, I was wrong!
Durham's Botanical gardens are tucked away near Collingwood College (up towards Van Mildert and the Oriental Museum - have you been there too?).
I was amazed I'd never been to this lovely place! Sup at the cafe with super soup and friendly, efficient staff! Sit by the window if you can so you can see the feeding station and its attendant birds- AND a red squirrel. There are even reference books to consult on which tits, finches etc you are entertained by through the glass.
The shop may be small but it is well stocked with great gifts & smashing cards- a bit of class & out of the ordinary!
There are tropical greenhouses with orchids, cacti and horrible scorpions and tarantulas. The trees, Japanese friendship circle, water gardens
...... and lots of benches to find repose, memories and views.
At the bird hide we think we saw a jay- what do you think?
Ooh! and meadows filled with wild flowers
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