The High Peak Garden Centre has been in business for nearly seventy years and is family run. They don't grow their own plants but buy them in from a variety of suppliers in the UK and some from further afield. The stock is everything you would expect from a medium sized garden centre and includes seasonal bedding plants, shrubs, climbers, roses, alpines, heathers, ornamental and fruit trees.

The plants area is fully accessible for wheelchair users with solid and wide paths. There is a small area which is covered but most of the plants outside are open t the elements. The plants look to be in excellent condition but we couldn't see any hardy plant guarantee which is common to many garden centres nowadays. Much of the large range of garden furniture is on display outside along side with lots of pots, planters and stonework.

Inside, they sell all the gardening accessories you  might want including an attractive display of houseplants. They also sell gifts and cards.

One key attraction of this garden centre is that it's set in a small shopping area. The area is popular with walkers and climbers on a day out. The nearby shops include Hitch n Hike with everything for the climber and caver, the Bike Garage selling and hiring out mountain bikes (repairs as well). If you are particularly interested in any of the above we strongly suggest you phone before travelling far because the businesses do tend to coma and go without warning. 

THE SCARLETT ROSE COFFEE SHOP

The Scarlett Rose Coffee shop at the garden centre is attractively laid out and has both indoor and outdoor seating. The views are very attractive. The food on offer is snack type not main meals with cakes and drinks being the real speciality. The cakes are homemade daily and very delicious. Ask them for gluten free options and your choice will still be good. The snacks such as soups (not homemade as far as we are aware) and sandwiches are equally tasty.

One drawback which needs to be mentioned is that they do not accept credit cards so remember to take along some cash with you, there are no local cash machines. The decor is very pleasant with real wooden tables and chairs.

Other garden centres nearby include Derby Garden Centre, Collyer's Nurseries which is family run and Lanes Garden Centre.