NOW THAT spring has arrived, the enthusiastic gardeners among you will have started thinking about plans for the new season.

With delicious homemade treats and quality plants and equipment, visiting a local garden centre becomes a popular weekend activity for many.

With several great places to visit across Wrexham and Flintshire, the Leader has compiled a list of Tripadvisor's most recommended garden centres...

WREXHAM

Bellis Brothers Farm Shop, Holt  - A proud independent family business featuring a garden centre, farm shop, restaurant and large gift area. It received a 4 star rating from 146 reviews.

Grosvenor Garden Centre, Belgrave - With ample car parking space, a huge retail offering, great selection of food, what's not to love. This popular spot received a 3.5 rating from 457 reviews.

Waterways, Holt - An enjoyable visit is guaranteed with a friendly-service cafe called 'The Pancake House', an aquatic garden centre, reptile and fish shop. It also offers beautiful short walks giving it a 3.5 rating from 340 reviews.

Dobbie's, Moreton Park - A great place for a browse around and spot of lunch. This centre features wonderful displays in store, household goods and a cafe. It received a rating of 3/5 from 16 reviews.

FLINTSHIRE

Jacksons Garden Centre, Trelawnyd - An impressive five star rating for a fabulous cafe with homemade fresh goods. This centre features plenty of unique handcrafted goods and every outdoor plant and tool you could imagine.

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The Woodworks Garden Centre and Cafe, Mold - A wide range of plants, trees, equipment and garden furniture with an award-winning cafe, gift and food shop. It received a 4.5 rating from 289 reviews. 

Daleside Garden Centre, Hawarden - A relaxed coffee shop featuring outdoor tables within an expansive garden centre. This is a highly-praised gem according to customers on Tipadvisor with 176 reviews.

Andy's Plants - With 197 reviews and a 4.5/5 rating, Andy's Plants is praised for its excellent quality products, delicious homemade food and friendly staff.