About Us

Craigend Nursery

A Bit About Us

We have a varied range of Planters and Garden Ornaments and Gardening Tools. Staff are on hand to answer any gardening issues you may have and are happy to give advice. We also stock a range of Bird Food Products and Feeders, and have a full range of Composts and Fertilisers

Our gift shop offers something for everyone, from a small token gesture, jewellery, scarves and bags, seasonal and celebration gifts, homeware and cards. We also stock a range of graveside dishes, memorial items and ornaments.

In 2007  we made the decision to build our 100 seater coffee shop. On our coffee shop menu you will find something for everyone, breakfast, light bites, lunches, afternoon teas and a vast array of home baking included gluten free and dairy free products.

We looking forward to welcoming you to our nursery and thank you for supporting Craigend Nursery and all the staff.

Janet, Andrew and Cheryl

Our History

Established in 1973, our business has grown and grown with the support of our loyal customers.

2021

ONLINE SHOP

Our new website went live to provide online ordering for plants, soils, aggregates and gardening accessories.

2018

OFFICE

The old shop from 1991 was refurbished with larch boards and made space for an office and meeting area.

2016

BEACH

Our hugely popular indoor beach play area was built, bringing families to the coffee shop and garden centre.

2014

POLYTUNNELS

Yet another polytunnel was built to house the pre-filled planters and hanging baskets being produced.

2012

BUILDING WORK

The coffee shop, gift shop and garden centre store were linked under one roof.

2009

POLYTUNNELS

Our range of plants were growing yet again, requiring the erection of an additional polytunnel

2007

COFFEE SHOP

The addition of a coffee shop turned our garden centre into a destination where families of all ages liked to visit to browse the plants, gifts and garden products - whilst enjoying the delicious food available.

2005

CAR PARK

With the growing amount of visitors each day, a larger car park was created.

2001

POLYTUNNELS

Our largest polytunnel was created to provide more protection for additional plants in our new range.

1993, 1996 & 1999

MODERNISATION

Much of the site was completely rebuilt with modern timber and aluminium structures to reduce maintenance.

1991

SHOP OPENS

A purpose-built shop was developed to sell plants which were previously sold from the family home.

1987

GLASS HOUSE UPGRADES

All other 1950's glass houses were replaced.

1983

POLYTUNNELS

Polytunnel built for more space to protect our plants.

1980

GLASS HOUSE UPGRADES

The timber glasshouses from the 1940's were rotten and were replaced.

1973

ESTABLISHED

George and Janet Watson bought the business. George worked in the business for one year before it was sold to them.