The gardens are laid out in formal style, with a wide range of trees, shrubs, herbaceous perennials and bulbs, providing colour and interest throughout the year.
The peaceful and tranquil nature of this site has also made it a popular location for the planting of commemorative trees and shrubs. There is a well used network of paths most of which form part of the borough's access trails, which are walks for disabled people. The infrastructure of these gardens allows circular and linear walks for people of all ages and abilities.