Birkacre Garden Centre is an award-winning, family-run garden centre in Coppull, Chorley, Lancashire, offering quality plants, gardening products, homeware, gifts, seasonal displays, and a popular restaurant. Known for its inspirational displays and warm northern hospitality, Birkacre has become one of the North West's most loved garden centre destinations.

Nestled alongside the River Yarrow within the beautiful Yarrow Valley, Birkacre Garden Centre enjoys a unique setting surrounded by nature, scenic countryside walks, and wildlife conservation areas. Its location makes it a popular destination for visitors looking to combine shopping, dining, and outdoor exploration in one visit.

Founded in 1983 by Steve Ainscough, formerly of Birkacre Nurseries, the business has grown from a local nursery into one of Lancashire's leading independent garden centres. Today, Birkacre remains proudly family-owned and is led by Managing Director Joe Ainscough, continuing the family's commitment to quality, service, and community.

Employing almost 100 people, Birkacre is deeply rooted in the local community. The business regularly supports charitable organisations including Derian House Children's Hospice, St Catherine's Hospice, and Dementia Support. Throughout the year, the team hosts a range of family-friendly events, helping bring together customers, residents, and visitors from across the region.

Birkacre is particularly renowned for its spectacular seasonal displays, especially at Christmas. Designed, built, and curated by its talented in-house team, these immersive experiences attract visitors from throughout:

• Lancashire
• Greater Manchester
• Merseyside
• Cumbria
• Cheshire
• Yorkshire, and beyond.

In 2025, Birkacre proudly received the Best Christmas Displays award at the Garden Trade News Greatest Awards, recognising the creativity, quality, and dedication behind its festive experiences; you can read more about it on our Awards page.

Over the years, Birkacre has grown largely through word of mouth, earning the loyalty of tens of thousands of customers. Many visitors have been coming for decades, while some stop by daily to enjoy breakfast in the restaurant, browse the latest products, or catch up with familiar faces, and furry ones.

Everyone has their own favourite part of Birkacre. For some, it's the extensive range of plants and gardening products. Others visit for stylish homeware, thoughtful gifts, seasonal decorations, or locally inspired food and drink. Many return for the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere that have become hallmarks of the business.

Many team members have been part of the Birkacre story for years, contributing to a culture built on knowledge, passion, and genuine care for customers.

Located in Coppull, within the historic borough of Chorley, Birkacre Garden Centre is easily accessible from the M6, M61, and M65 motorway networks, making it a convenient destination for visitors across the North West. Its reputation for quality plants, exceptional seasonal displays, customer service, and value has helped establish Birkacre as one of the region's premier independent garden centres.

More than just a garden centre, Birkacre is a destination where people come to shop, dine, relax, and spend time with family and friends. Explore beautifully presented departments filled with carefully selected products for the garden, home, gifts, pantry, and seasonal living, then unwind in the restaurant with freshly prepared food, homemade cakes, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Welcome to Birkacre Garden Centre, where great gardens, great food, and great experiences come together.