Business Details
Your Local Garden Centre in Effingham
The Vineries Garden Centre is an independently owned business established over 60 years ago in Effingham, Surrey. Our 5-acre site combines a thriving nursery with a comprehensive retail space, offering a wide range of plants, garden furniture, and outdoor living products. We prioritise sourcing plants and sundries from UK-based suppliers, with a particular emphasis on local producers in the Surrey Hills, New Forest, and South Coast regions. Our nursery team grows over 200,000 geraniums annually, supplemented by shrubs, perennials, and trees cultivated on-site or sourced from trusted regional growers. The business extends its commitment to localism through Vines Coffee Shop, which serves freshly prepared meals using ingredients from nearby farms and independent suppliers. We maintain a strong focus on customer service, offering expert horticultural advice, bespoke container planting, and a home delivery service for orders over 50.Our furniture department showcases an extensive selection of garden and conservatory furniture, complemented by fire pits, chimineas, and outdoor heating solutions. The Vineries team also supplies Christmas trees from Scottish plantations and operates a gift department featuring handmade wreaths and seasonal decorations. With free parking and a dedicated workforce, we aim to provide a complete garden-centric experience that combines practicality with leisure. Our long-standing reputation reflects decades of expertise in horticulture, retail, and hospitality, all underpinned by a commitment to quality and community engagement.
Services
Bedding Plants
Garden Furniture
Outdoor Living Products
Plant Sourcing
Coffee Shop
Christmas Trees
Home Delivery
Container Planting
Garden Accessories
Local Produce
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in horticulture and garden retail.
- We grow 200,000+ geraniums annually on our 5-acre Surrey site.
- We source plants and products from UK suppliers whenever possible.
- We offer home delivery for orders over 50 within local postcodes.
- Our coffee shop uses fresh ingredients from Surrey Hills farms.
What people say
Wide plant variety
Beautiful garden furniture
Fresh local ingredients
Knowledgeable staff
Scenic nursery setting
Services
Bedding Plants
We cultivate a diverse range of bedding plants on-site, including geraniums, petunias, and marigolds. These seasonal plants enhance gardens and patios with vibrant colours. Our selection supports both small-scale gardening projects and large landscaping needs.
Garden Furniture
Our furniture department offers contemporary and classic garden and conservatory sets. Products include modular dining arrangements, loungers, and fire pit combinations designed for durability and aesthetic appeal in outdoor spaces.
Outdoor Living Products
We supply chimineas, fire pits, parasols, and outdoor heaters to enhance garden usability. These products cater to year-round outdoor entertaining, combining functionality with stylish design elements for patios and lawns.
Plant Sourcing
We prioritise UK-grown plants from local producers in Surrey, the New Forest, and the South Coast. This approach ensures plant suitability for regional climates while supporting independent growers and reducing environmental impact.
Coffee Shop
Vines Coffee Shop serves breakfast, lunches, and afternoon teas using locally sourced ingredients. Menus feature daily specials prepared fresh by our chefs, alongside homemade cakes and beverages in a relaxed garden centre setting.
Questions
What delivery options do you offer?
We deliver within 2 working days for orders over £50, with free delivery on orders above £100 to local postcodes.
Do you sell UK-grown plants?
Yes, we grow many plants on-site and source additional stock from UK growers, prioritising local Surrey and South Coast suppliers.
What garden furniture brands do you stock?
We showcase the 2025 Artesian Spas furniture range, including modular sets, loungers, and dining arrangements from brands like Sarasota and St Tropez.
Is there a restaurant on-site?
Yes, Vines Coffee Shop offers breakfast, lunches, and seasonal specials using locally sourced ingredients from Surrey Hills farms.
Do you supply Christmas trees?
We offer premium Scottish-grown Nordman and Norway Spruce trees, with fresh deliveries every 2-3 days from late November until Christmas.
Can I order plants online?
While we don't have an online ordering system, you can phone your order through to 01372 458934 for collection or local delivery.