Scotsdales Fordham

We’re very happy to announce that we have re-opened our Sunflower cafes at Horningsea and Fordham . Our Great Shelford store however will not re-open at this time, but we will notify all of our customers through the usual channels when we will be re-opening later this year.

We appreciate the support you have shown since our store re-opening back in May, a time when much like other retailers and the plant industry, we faced the many challenges as a result of Covid-19. We ask that you continue to show the same support to our cafe and the hard working teams involved by complying with the necessary safety measures that will be put in place. You will find a list of the safety measures put in place and what we expect of our guests further down the page.

We’re sure that by working together, all our guests will have the enjoyable experience they expect from our Sunflower cafes.

Café Opening Times

Mon – Sat 9am – 4pm

Sunday 10am – 3.30pm

Breakfast & breakfast baps served Mon – Sat 9am – 11.30am / Sun 10am – 11:30am

Lunch served Mon – Sat 12pm – 3:30pm / Sun 12pm – 3pm

Light bites such as cakes and pastries* available from when the cafe opens each day.

Customer Reviews

We take our customer reviews very seriously and try our best to provide everyone with the best possible experience whilst visiting our Café.

Don’t just take our word for it, see our Trip Advisor reviews page for an honest opinion.

Click here to see our customer reviews on Trip Advisor.

Click here to contact us directly to provide your feedback.

Further Information about our Sunflower Café

Please do not visit our Sunflower cafes if you answer yes to any of the following:

In the last 14 days, do you think you may have had symptoms of Covid-19; fever, coughing, breathlessness, sore throat, loss of change in your sense of smell/taste?
In the last 14 days have you been in contact with someone who has Covid-19?
Do any members of your household currently have any symptoms of Covid-19?

If you have any queries or concerns before or during your visit, please do not hesitate to speak to us. The Scotsdales Management Team

Click here for further information regarding the Fordham Sunflower Café.

Departments

Garden Care
Keep your garden vibrant and colourful using our range of garden tools, watering equipment, lawn care and pest control products.
Outdoor Plants
Our range of outdoor plants includes, but is not limited to: trees and shrubs, fruit plants, ferns, plants from bulbs, heathers, roses, and many more.
Compost Store
We offer a wide range of items across our three stores including brands such as: Jack's Magic, Gro-Sure and other great items from Westland.
Pots & Containers
Whether you're looking for a small ceramic pot for your favourite house plant, or a large wooden planter to help kick start your new vegetable garden, Scotsdales has the answer. We're passionate about plants and the plant life we sell.
Solar Lighting for your Garden
Scotsdales offers a wide variety from multi-colour, multi-pack sets to individual spike lights. We also offer an array of non-traditional lighting options such as solar powered garden ornament and windchimes.
Wild birds and other wildlife
We stock items from top wildlife and wild bird brands such as: Gardman, Tom Chambers, Westland, Smart Garden, Greenkey, and more.
Garden Furniture and BBQs
Our selection of furniture items includes, bistro sets, four to eight seater dining sets, benches, tables, chairs, recliners, swing furniture, lounge and sofa sets and parasols to help keep you shaded in hot sun.
Gifts and greeting cards
We have a wide range of gifts and greeting cards, childrens toys, jewellery, candles, picture frames, tea pots, cushions and many other great gifts items.
Foodhall
We have an extensive foodhall at our Great Shelford store. Come along to find a selection of jams and marmalade, gin, ale, crisps, and more.
Houseplants
Our range of houseplants includes, but is not limited to: orchids, bonsai plants, flytraps, air purifying plants, sanservieria, cacti, ficus, lucky bamboo, and many more.
Pet Shop
Our range includes, but is not limited to products for cats, dogs, birds, mice, guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, rabbits and many more. Our stock changes regularly, but we cater for all needs and occasions.
Fencing and landscaping materials
Scotsdales offers a wide range of products such as paving stones, fencing, log rolls, trellis's and much more.
Clothing
Scotsdales clothing department features items suitable for both men and women of all ages.
Autumn Bulbs
our Autumn bulb collection on Thursday 1st August at our Great Shelford store. This will be located in Greenhouse 3.

Key Store Information

Accessibility: The Garden Centre has two designated disabled parking spaces and four designated parent and child spaces. We also have up to three wheelchairs and a mobility scooters available if necessary. All areas of the store (including the Sunflower Cafe) are accessible for wheelchairs and buggies; with automatic doors at both the main entrance and exit to the store.

We also offer a baby changing area in our toilet facilities and a designated disabled toilet facility.

Dog Policy: Dogs are allowed in the store year round if kept on a lead. However, dogs are not permitted in the Sunflower Café. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 restrictions we cannot currently guarantee outside seating being available.

Animal Welfare Licence: We are fully licenced by the East Cambridgeshire District Council to sell small animal as pets from our Fordham store, to view a copy of our animal welfare licence, please click here: Animal Welfare Licence Certificate

Scotsdales Electrical Take Back Scheme: Scotsdales is also a member of the distributor take back scheme for electrical appliances (specific conditions apply). To learn more about how Scotsdales can assist, please click here: Scotsdales Electrical Take Back Scheme

Scotsdales Collection and Safe Storage of Domestic Batteries: Scotsdales is also willing to assist anyone in need of a safe place to dispose of old unnecessary domestic batteries. To learn more about how Scotsdales can assist, please click here: Scotsdales Collection and Safe Storage of Batteries

Sunday Opening Times: The store opens at 10am on Sunday for browsing only. The check outs do not open until 10:30am.

Our address: Scotsdales Garden Centre & Nursery Fordham, Market Street, Fordham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5LQ, United Kingdom

Please feel free to contact us on: 01638 720455, if you require further information prior to visiting.

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Important Customer Notice regarding COVID-19

We have reopened our stores with revised opening times and restricted shopping rules to help keep our staff and customers safe.

All information regarding our re-opening plans can be found here.

Reasons to visit us

Only five miles from Newmarket, our garden centre at Fordham joined the Scotsdales family in 1991.

Today it has a superb plant department and is packed with ideas for your garden, including lots of BBQs and comfortable, stylish garden furniture. And there’s a wonderful gift department as well, to help you make the very most of your indoor and outdoor space.

Smaller than our other garden centres at Great Shelford and Horningsea, Fordham has a lovely boutique feel that keeps many visitors coming back again and again. Our Sunflower Café at Fordham has an outdoor terrace that overlooks the plant area – it’s a perfect spot to sit in the sun with a cuppa, just enjoying the good things in life.