Question 1

How much does it cost to visit a garden?

Accepted Answer

GARDEN ENTRY: Private gardens	$5 entryPublic gardensFREE ENTRY

Question 2

How do I purchase tickets?

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Tickets are required to enter the gardens and pre-purchasing tickets is advised so our gardeners are free to walk and talk.  Tickets can be obtained via: Official ticket outlets Online via this website TAFT Office Garden gates (cash only) 
EASY ONLINE BOOKINGS Event bookings can be made through the BUY TICKETS tab on this website. This is a secure site for your ticket bookings. Service fees apply.  PHONE BOOKINGS 06 759 8412 Credit/debit car payments only. Mon – Fri, 10:00am – 4:00pm TICKET OUTLETS: New Plymouth i-SitePuke Ariki North Wing, 65 St Aubyn StSouth Taranaki i-Site121 High Street, HāweraStratford Library & i-Site 54 Miranda Street, StratfordLOCAL INFO CENTRES & LIBRARIESInglewood Library46 Rata St, InglewoodInglewood Info Centre / Fun Ho! Toys25 Rata St, InglewoodWaitara Library15 Queen St, WaitaraŌpunake Library43 Tasman St, ŌpunakeBell Block Library188 Parklands Ave, Bell BlockOTHER OUTLETS:Big Jim’s Garden Centre1221 Devon Rd, Bell BlockMitre 10 New Plymouth305-307 St Aubyn St, New PlymouthMitre 10 Mega5 Vickers Rd, Waiwhakaiho, New PlymouthMitre 10 - StratfordCnr Juliet & Fenton St StratfordThe Crafty Fox Co-op1155 South Rd, The Village Mews, Ōakura

Question 3

What times are the gardens open?

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Garden opening hours vary, with most gardens open between 9.00am and 5.00pm. For the specific opening and closing times of each garden, please refer to the printed programme or visit the Gardens pages on this website.

Question 4

Are the festival gardens accessible?

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Accessibility varies between festival gardens, and not all are suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs, or mobility scooters.  Gardens with good accessibility are identified by the accessibility logo in our printed programme and online directory. For specific access information, please contact the garden directly before your visit.

Question 5

Are animals and pets allowed in the gardens?

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Other than service dogs, animals are not permitted into private gardens.  Some public gardens listed in our programme do allow dogs to enter, but only on a leash.  Please contact the individual gardens in question to check on their policy.

Question 6

Do any gardens offer food and drink?

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Some festival gardens offer tea and coffee for visitors. Gardens with refreshments available are identified by the teacup logo in our printed programme and online directory.

Question 7

Are children allowed at the festival gardens?

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Yes. Children aged 12 and under receive free entry when accompanied by a paying adult. Please note that some gardens include ponds, lakes or rivers. Where relevant, water hazards will be identified on signage at the garden entrance. Young children must be closely supervised at all times.

Question 8

Where is the Festival Hub located?

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The Centuria Taranaki Garden Festival Hub will once again be located at the Plymouth International Hotel.Located between New Plymouth's two major one-way systems, with free parking on site.All visitors are welcome to the Festival Hub to:Purchase garden and event ticketsFind festival information, guidance and suggestionsGet local knowledge of things to do and see in TaranakiOpen every day during the festival: 8:30am-11:30amPlymouth International Hotel220 Courtenay Street, New Plymouth

Question 9

Where can I find a printed programme?

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Printed programmes are available at these outlets across the region.iSite CentresNew Plymouth i-Site Puke Ariki North Wing, 65 St Aubyn StSouth Taranaki i-Site 121 High Street, HāweraStratford Library & i-Site 54 Miranda Street, StratfordLocal Information Centres & LibrariesInglewood Library  46 Rata Street, InglewoodInglewood Info Centre/Funho Toys 25 Rata Street, InglewoodWaitara Library 15 Queen Street, WaitaraThe Crafty Fox Co-op  1155 South Road, The Village Mews, О̄akuraО̄punake Library Plus  43 Tasman Street, О̄punakeBell Block Library 188 Parklands Avenue, Bell BlockOther OutletsBig Jim’s Garden Centre  1221 Devon Road, Bell BlockMitre 10 New Plymouth  305-307 St Aubyn Street, New PlymouthMitre 10 MEGA  5 Vickers Road, WaiwhakaihoMitre 10 Stratford  Cnr Juliet & Fenton Street, StratfordThe Crafty Fox Co-op  1155 South Road, The Village Mews, О̄akura

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