Facilities
Detailed below are the facilities which we hope help to make the Garden Centre a friendlier and easier place for our customers to visit. Our Team of Staff are here in every department to advise and help with every enquiry you may have.

Large Car Park
We have parking spaces for up to 300 cars and have very easy access both onto and off the A127, which is the main dual-carriage way into Southend-on-Sea. The A127 is off Junction 29 of the M25 and from there it is a 20 minute drive to our door. Visit the Contact Us page for directions and a map of our location.
Disabled Facilities
We have disabled parking and disabled toilet facilities. All main areas are ramped and entrances and exits either have wide sliding or automatic doors.
Baby Changing Facilities & High Chairs
We have baby changing facilities available in the centre and there are high chairs available for babies and young children in the restaurant.
Dates and Times of Opening
Monday to Saturday – 9am to 5:30pm (Summer)
Monday to Saturday – 9am to 5pm (Winter- Jan,Feb, March)
Sunday – 10am for viewing only, Tills open at 11am Close at 5pm
Garden Centre is closed Easter Sunday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Payment
We accept most major credit cards in the centre, but please note these facilities are available in the restaurant, but with a minimum £10.00 spend. (Don’t accept American Express)
We also accept H.T.A and Interflora Vouchers as payment or part-payment.
H.T.A vouchers are fantastic Gifts, to purchase these please see Terri, Julie or our Team at the cash desk.
Delivery Service
We provide a Delivery Service if required, please ask a member of staff for details.
Basildon Sporting Village
Summerhill Garden Centre are pleased to announce that we now have a relationship with Basildon Sporting Village which is a joint enterprise between Basildon Borough Council and Everyone Active. Click here for more information.
Helping Charities and Schools.
Click here for more information.
Fun Weekends
Twice a year Summerhill has a “Fun Weekend” here at the Garden Centre, when we ask our customers to help raise money for St Luke’s Hospice whilst they have some fun. Click here for more information.
We are a Dog Friendly Garden Centre
Your family pet can now come along and enjoy the gardening experience with you. We provide drinking water and doggie bags for all responsible owners. Come along today and enjoy your shopping experience with the whole family.
While you are in store why not visit Pets Corner for all your pet needs. Click here for more information.
Promotional Space for Concessions
For details on Promotional Space, Marketing and Advertising Opportunities at Summerhill Garden Centre please contact FF Promotions.
Click on the logo below for information.
Franchises
Recycling Pots
Do you have any unwanted plastic pots or trays? Then bring them back to us and we will recycle them for you!






