Gardens & National Trusts

National Trust Garden – The gardens are stunning especially in Autumn. There are waterfalls, lakes and so much variety in plant life to make it a lovely stroll.

The shop is also well worth a visit, and like the Coach House Café, sits outside the admission gates to the garden and can be visited independently.

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Over 300 acres of stunning displays at Wakehurst Place. Boasts the worlds biggest wild seed bank. Four very different landscapes dependant on the seasons. There are free tours by guides subject to availability.

Cafe, coffee shop and restaurant, picnics allowed anywhere in the gardens. Large plant centre to buy seeds or plants.

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“A fun place for all the family and a must for any art lover, Standen rewards visitors with a great day out” – N. Trust.

Standen has amazing views from the gardens over Sussex countryside. Woodland and country walks with family activity packs and childrens quizzes. 

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Outstanding 20th Century garden, set around a romantic house and ruins, in woodlands. A rare plant collection for diversity. Nymans is one of the leading ‘Green’ gardens in the National Trust, actively engaging its visitors with its methods of sustainable gardening.

There are family activities, horticultural workshops and summer theatre.

Groombridge Place has been the inspiration for many books and the setting of many films and television programmes. The variety is astonishing as there are more than 6 seperate gardens all made in a different style and with different beauties.

Located in Groombridge village 4miles SW of Tunbridge Wells

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Ditchling Beacon is the highest point in East Sussex. Perched high on the rolling spine of the South Downs, Ditchling Beacon offers a panorama that seems to stretch into forever. To the north, the patchwork fields of the Weald unfold in shades of green and gold, stitched together by winding hedgerows and dotted with sleepy villages

Borde Hill Garden, nestled in the picturesque town of Haywards Heath in West Sussex, is a stunning 17-acre garden renowned for its breathtaking landscape and rich plant collection. Set against the backdrop of the scenic High Weald National Park, this garden is an oasis of tranquility that attracts nature lovers and horticultural enthusiasts alike.

Beech Hurst Gardens, nestled in the picturesque town of Haywards Heath, West Sussex, is a charming public park that extends a warm invitation to nature lovers and families alike. Covering over 11 acres, the gardens boast a diverse collection of plants, trees, and scenic landscapes that are perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, and relaxation. The serene atmosphere is complemented by well-maintained pathways and ample green space, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities.

Once the home of Rudyard Kipling, celebrated for stories like the Jungle Book. Built in 1634, this Jacobean House is in the Sussex countryside. Soak up the atmosphere of Kipling's study and enjoy the serenity of the formal garden. Enjoy a break in the Mulberry tea room.