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The Otter Nursery

Chertsey, Surrey

★★★★★ 4.7 / 5 · 147 Google reviews · Chertsey

Independent nurseryTrees & shrubs specialistsFree car parkFamily-run

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📍 Murray Rd, Ottershaw, Chertsey KT16 0HT

⏰ Opening Hours

Monday	08:00am – 05:00pm
Tuesday	08:00am – 05:00pm
Wednesday	08:00am – 05:00pm
Thursday	08:00am – 05:00pm
Friday	08:00am – 05:00pm
Saturday	09:00am – 05:00pm
Sunday	10:00am – 04:00pm

Opening hours sourced from Google Maps public data, June 2026. Verify before visiting, particularly on bank holidays.

🌿 What’s Here

Trees & Shrubs

Extensive range of trees, shrubs and specimen plants — one of the strongest selections in Surrey.

Plant Nursery

Broad selection of bedding, perennials, climbers and seasonal plants.

Turf & Grass

Fresh turf, lawn seed and grass care products available.

Garden Supplies

Compost, pots, tools and horticultural sundries.

Expert Advice

Knowledgeable staff praised across reviews for plant care guidance.

Free Car Park

On-site parking available at the nursery.

💬 What Visitors Commonly Mention

Themes from 147 Google reviews — editorial summaries, not verbatim quotes.

Helpful Staff

24 mentions

Trees And Shrubs

7 mentions

Plant Range

5 mentions

Turf

4 mentions

Garden Centre

4 mentions

Public reviews commonly mention helpful staff and trees and shrubs as standout qualities at The Otter Nursery. Based on 4.7 stars across public Google reviews, this listing sits above the Surrey average.

Source: Google Maps public review data, June 2026.

📍 Getting Here

🚂 By Train / Rail

Chertsey railway station (South Western Railway) — approx 3 miles; taxi or bus recommended.

🚌 By Bus

Bus route 461 serves the Ottershaw/Chertsey area. Check local timetables.

🚗 By Car

Free on-site parking. Via Murray Road, Ottershaw, Chertsey KT16 0HT.

🚲 By Bike

Cycle parking available; rural lanes connect to local cycle networks.

Coordinates: 51.3664239, -0.5283618 · Open in Google Maps

🗺 Nearby Garden Centres

Garden Centre	Area	Distance	Rating	Reviews	Notable For
Squire’s Chertsey	Chertsey	1.8 mi	★ 4.3	574 reviews	Full-range centre
Weybridge Garden Centre	Addlestone	3.1 mi	★ 4.2	422 reviews	Blue Diamond centre
Cedar Nursery	Cobham	6.2 mi	★ 4.5	76 reviews	Specialist nursery

Ratings from Google Maps public data, June 2026. Distances are straight-line estimates.

📊 How It Compares Locally

The Otter Nursery (this listing)	4.7 ★
Local average (17 centres)	4.3 ★
Highest in dataset	5 ★

At 4.7 stars from 147 public Google reviews, The Otter Nursery sits above the Surrey average of 4.3 ★. Consistently praised for plant range and staff expertise.

17 Surrey garden centres tracked, June 2026.

💡 Before You Go

Check current opening hours before visiting, particularly during bank holidays or seasonal periods.

Phone ahead to confirm plant availability if travelling specifically for a particular variety.

The surrounding Chertsey area has several other garden businesses worth combining with your visit.

🔍 Data & Source Confidence

✓Business name confirmed

✓Full address present

✓Phone number verified

✓Official website linked

✓Google rating (public data)

✓Opening hours sourced

✓GPS coordinates verified

○Owner claimed & verified

Rating data: Sourced from Google Maps public listing, June 2026. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Google. Review themes are editorial summaries — not verbatim quotes.
Opening hours: Sourced from Google Business Profile. Hours can change — always verify before visiting, especially on bank holidays.
Distances: Straight-line estimates using GPS coordinates.

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