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Circus Vegas Comes To Lakeside Shopping Centre

THIS YEAR a new death-defying circus is touring in the United Kingdom, celebrating 256 years of circus performances with the ultimate show to remember.

Perrywood Tiptree Named Number Two Garden Centre in the UK at National Conference & Awards

Perrywood Tiptree Named Number Two Garden Centre in the UK at National Conference & Awards

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) Conference saw Perrywood named 2nd in the Top 100 UK Garden Centre League Table, making it one of only ten ‘Garden Centres of Excellence' in the whole of the UK - and the best in the South.

Hedingham Castle Welcomes Spring with Enchanting Snowdrop Walks

Hedingham Castle Welcomes Spring with Enchanting Snowdrop Walks

Hedingham Castle is pleased to announce the 2024 dates for their much-anticipated Snowdrop Walks, offering visitors a chance to witness the awakening of nature on the historic estate. The enchanting display will take place on selected dates throughout February and into March, starting from Sunday 11th February, providing a captivating experience for families, nature enthusiasts and history lovers alike.

Perrywood Garden Centre Tiptree Raises Over £12,500 for its Chosen Charities

Perrywood Garden Centre Tiptree Raises Over £12,500 for its Chosen Charities

Perrywood Tiptree is delighted to have raised and donated £12,500 to chosen charities in 2023. This includes donations to Abberton Rural Training, Hope for Tomorrow and Greenfingers Charity. These organisations are very closely linked to the Perrywood vision to inspire people of all ages to get more plants in their lives and enjoy gardens and gardening.

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Perrywood Garden Centre Spreads Christmas Cheer to Charities and Community Group

During December, Perrywood Garden Centres in Tiptree and Sudbury gifted seasonal planted containers to Abberton Rural Training, The Red Rose Community Farm and The Tiptree Community Hub. This is a part of their Christmas Cheer campaign to thank volunteers who kindly give up their time to support these amazing charities and community group.

Riding For Aiden

Riding For Aiden

Thurrock Bikers are 'Riding For Aiden' to raise funds to help buy an electric wheelchair. Do you know anyone who would like to take part in this event by riding their motorbike from East Tilbury to ASDA, South Woodham Ferrers on Sunday 5th November at midday? You can donate any amount of money to take part, but there must be a duck showing somewhere such as cuddly toy, flag, clothing, rubber duck etc!

10,000 Customers Join Garden Centres New Loyalty Programme

10,000 Customers Join Garden Centres New Loyalty Programme

Perrywood Garden Centres, located in Tiptree, Essex, and Sudbury, Suffolk, has launched a new loyalty programme called ‘Perrywood Bloom’. In just one month 10,000 customers have already signed up. It offers their most loyal customers exclusive rewards and benefits including best in-store offers, a birthday treat, member events and behind the scenes information. They will also receive every tenth hot drink free when they visit the Coffee Shops, Restaurant or Greenhouse Café.

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Perrywood Garden Centres Win Big at Regional Garden Centre Association Awards

On Thursday, 13th July, Perrywood Garden Centres won multiple awards at the Garden Centre Association (GCA) North Thames Regional Awards and walked away with both top accolades.

Perrywood Garden Centre Buyers Win Multiple Awards

Perrywood Garden Centre Buyers Win Multiple Awards

On Tuesday 27th June, GLEE - the UK’s leading garden and outdoor living trade show, announced the winners of this year's ‘Buyers Power List’. The awards are a celebration of the positive impact retailers make in the garden centre industry and recognise the outstanding talent of buyers and their influence in the market.

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Novice Essex Gardeners Offered Chance to Create Their Dream Garden

Perrywood Tiptree has launched a brand new and unique ‘Garden Advice Service’. Perrywood created the service to help novice gardeners and new homeowners, but anyone is welcome to book.