Visit the TreeChurch and Gardens

Visit us on Sundays from Spring to Autumn to enjoy our garden

The TreeChurch and Gardens are open to the public on Sundays only, from Spring to Autumn (26 October 2025 to 26 April 2026), between 10am and 4pm.

We are not open for casual visitors during the week, but group bookings (10+ people) can be arranged by appointment during Spring, Summer, and Autumn.

You’re welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens, with tables and seating provided throughout the grounds.

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Opening Hours & Group Visits

Spring 2025 to Autumn 2026

The gardens are open to the public on Sundays from 10am to 4pm, between 26 October 2025 and 26 April 2026.

Group visits (10+ people) can be booked on other days during Spring, Summer, and Autumn by arrangement. Please get in touch to make a booking.

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Admission Prices

Adult $20
Children (5–14 years) $10
Infant (under 5 years) Free
Family (up to 2 adults, 2+ children) $50
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All prices include GST. Please pay as you enter the gardens. Cash, Eftpos and Credit card facilities are available.

We can also provide gift cards for admission to the TreeChurch and Gardens. Please contact us to request a gift card.

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Visitor Information

The TreeChurch and Gardens are privately owned and maintained by Chris and Bev Gatenby, who continue the legacy started by garden creator Barry Cox. What began as a personal project has grown into a unique place of reflection and beauty, shaped by a deep appreciation for trees, church architecture, and garden design.

We welcome visitors to enjoy the space respectfully and at their own pace.

  • The TreeChurch is a place of quiet reflection and celebration. Please treat it with the same respect you would any other church or private garden.

  • Children are welcome but must be supervised, especially around the ponds and larger trees.

  • The gardens are wheelchair accessible.

  • There is no food or drink for sale (except during occasional special events) – but you are welcome to bring a picnic. Please no food or drink in the TreeChurch itself.

  • No dogs, other than assistance dogs.

  • No smoking or vaping, please.

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Explore the Gardens

The TreeChurch is nestled within 3 hectares of beautifully landscaped grounds. From the Monet-style pond and European tree avenues to hidden gems like the Labyrinth, Oak Circle, and Magnolia Corner — there’s something to discover around every corner.

Download a copy of the Garden Map to plan your visit and make the most of your time exploring areas such as the:

  • TreeChurch

  • Himalayan Birch Avenue

  • Labyrinth

  • Oak Circle

  • Magnolia Corner

  • Bruce’s Flower and Vege Gardens

  • Limelight Avenue

  • Japanese and Monet Ponds

  • Barry’s Special Trees

  • Sails and Courtyard

TreeChurch and Gardens Map