Our Open Gardens season returns for 2026 with a full season of events! From lakes to sculptures, exotic fruits to rose gardens, formal beds to wildflower meadows, there really is something for everyone at these beautiful Sussex gardens.
Many of the gardens will also feature wonderful extras, such as live bands, interesting stalls, delicious home baked cakes and refreshments.
It really is the perfect summer’s day out, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to a full season this year. No pre-booking is required – you can turn up on the day and make an entry donation. There will be card machines available for payments, otherwise payments are by cash.
The gardens
Squirrels
Date to be confirmed
The Street, Arlington, BN26 6RX
Medium-size garden with far reaching views to the Downs and the Long Man of Wilmington, with two cherry trees and a variety of Camellias and Azaleas. Along with many spring bulbs there is a herbaceous border and large fish pond.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | No |
| Parking | On site |
If you have any trouble finding the exact location of this garden on the day, please call Michele on 07784238533 who will be able to assist you.
Carters Corner Farm
Saturday 18th April 11am - 4pm
Cowbeech Hill, Cowbeech, Hailsham, BN27 4JA
A large country garden with a small lake, parterre, large beds of mixed planting and a rose garden. There is an eight-acre wood full of white anemones and bluebells in Springtime. A variety of animals, ducks and chickens live on the attached smallholding.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Bates Green
Wednesday 29th April 10am - 4pm
Tye Hill Road, Arlington, BN26 6SH
Bates Green Garden, now an RHS Partner Garden, is a naturalistic garden in a rural setting. Divided into three distinct areas offering a sensory experience, with plants providing colour, scent and texture in all seasons. The Wildflower Meadow has a mown path through its five plus acres, with seating. St Wilfrid’s will also be providing refreshments for the Bluebell Walk on this day, which is the NHS Thank You Day, with free entry on presenting your NHS ID badge.
Entry to Bates Green Garden is by donation to the hospice.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Bachelors
Date to be confirmed
Lewes Road, Laughton BN8 6BP (the property is opposite the Laughton Showground)
Explore this large, rural farm with a bluebell wood, wildlife pond, lots of dog walks (including an enclosed field for off lead) and ponies on site. Plenty of places to walk, sit and enjoy the tranquil countryside, with light refreshments available from the farmhouse.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads, with separate enclosed area) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Sherrington Manor
Saturday 30th May 11am - 4pm
Sherrington Manor, Selmeston, BN26 6UB
Attractive gardens and grounds in a glorious rural setting with many distinctive features, including a lake, colourful borders, mixed shrubs, sculptures and an orchard.
| Refreshments | Yes (plus BBQ available) |
| Stalls | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | No (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Oak Gate
Saturday 6th June 11am - 4pm
Oak Gate Hankham Street, Hankham, BN24 5BG
An English country garden, well planted with an artist’s studio and far-reaching views over Pevensey Marshes.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | No |
| Parking | On street |
East Dean Gardens 'walking trail'
Saturday 27th June 11am to 4pm
- 24 Peakdean Lane East Dean BN20 0JD
- 30 Peakdean Lane East Dean BN20 0JD
- 34 Peakdean Lane East Dean BN20 0JE
Three large hillside gardens to explore, with terracing and steps to far reaching views to the sea, with plenty of places to sit. Wildlife ponds, meadow planting and summer colour. Gardens are within a short walk of each other.
| Refreshments | Light refreshments are available at number 24 |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | No |
| Parking | On street parking available but limited, please car share if you can. Parking also available locally, adjacent to East Dean Village Green. |
St Wilfrid's Hospice Gardens
Tuesday 23rd June 10am - 3pm
St Wilfrid’s Hospice 1 Broadwater Way Eastbourne BN22 9PZ
Five different gardens at the hospice, all expertly maintained by our gardener Kevin Loveland and his team of volunteers. These tours have limited spaces, so please call 01323 434224 to reserve your £5 ticket (free with our Annual Pass). This is the first of our two open days of the hospice gardens, the other being in August.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Longleys Farmhouse
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July 11am – 4:30pm both days
Longleys Farmhouse, Harebeating Lane Hailsham, BN27 1ER
An 18th century farmhouse set in peaceful rural countryside. The home of artist Veronica van Eijk and husband Mike Lodge, with plenty of places to sit, relax and enjoy the garden art and sculptures. There is the opportunity to take refreshments across the wildflower meadow, by the pond or under the oaks, surrounded by wildlife.
There will be a raffle to be held on Sunday 5th July.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Rattle Road Gardens Westham ‘walking trail’
Saturday 11th July 11am to 4pm
- 19 Rattle Road Westham BN24 5DF
- 21 Rattle Road Westham BN24 5DF
Two neighbouring tranquil gardens, both with colourful borders and lots of interest. Each quite different from the other with plenty of places to sit and enjoy.
| Refreshments | Light refreshments available at Number 21 |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No dogs (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On street parking is limited, some parking available in nearby side streets - please car share if you can or use the Pevensey & Westham train station or bus routes 6 or 57. |
Foxhunt Manor
Saturday 25th July 11am - 4pm
Foxhunt Green, Nr Waldron TN21 0RX
Edwardian garden in the early stages of restoration, set in 50 acres. Sunken Italian garden, wildflower walk, walled kitchen garden and orchard, with extensive lawns and flower borders.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On Site |
Limekiln Farm
Date to be confirmed
Chalvington Road, Chalvington BN27 3TA
Flint walls enclose the main lawn, herbaceous borders and rose garden. With a Nepeta lined courtyard, informal pond and specimen trees, including a very ancient oak and a newly planted prairie garden. Fascinating Physic Garden with talks at 11.30 and 2.30pm on the day about medicinal plants from the owner, a retired anaesthetist.
| Refreshments | Light refreshments only with limited seating |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | No |
| Parking | On site |
St Wilfrid's Hospice Gardens
Tuesday 4th August 10am – 3pm
St Wilfrid’s Hospice 1 Broadwater Way Eastbourne BN22 9PZ
Five different gardens at the hospice, all expertly maintained by our gardener Kevin Loveland and his team of volunteers. These tours have limited spaces, so please call 01323 434224 to reserve your £5 ticket (free with our Annual Pass). This is the second of our two open days of the hospice gardens, the other being in June.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | No dogs (except assistance dogs) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes |
| Parking | On site |
Monkyn Pyn Barn
Saturday 5th September 11am – 4pm
Thornwell Road Wilmington BN26 6RL
Set in 3-acres, this 3-year-old garden is an evolving , naturalistically planted cottage garden. With an orchard, dry courtyard to the front and beautiful views of the Downs and Long Man of Wilmington. Bee hives on site.
| Refreshments | Yes |
| Stalls | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (on short leads) |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes (some uneven surfaces) |
| Parking | On Site |
Further Information
If you require any assistance with finding the location of the garden you wish to visit please contact us.
Please be aware these venues may have some uneven surfaces and limited access.
We will always offer assistance where possible.
If you'd like to speak to someone, please contact Michele on 01323 434224. She will be able to assist with any queries including details of accessibility and disabled parking at each garden.
Annual Pass
Our Open Gardens Annual Pass is a fantastic way to enjoy all our beautiful Sussex gardens. The Pass makes a lovely gift for a friend or family member, or a well-deserved treat for yourself! For just £40, you can gain entry to every one of these gorgeous gardens and enjoy a free hot drink too.
Support St Wilfrid’s Hospice
Our Open Gardens season raises vital funds every year to help St Wilfrid’s Hospice continue supporting local patients and their families. It costs just over £21,000 a day to run all of our services here at the hospice and out in our community.
Save Money
Our Open Gardens have a suggested donation of £5 entry per garden, so you only need to visit a few of the gardens open this year to start saving!
Free Hot Drink
Your card entitles you to a Free Hot Drink of your choice at each of the Gardens, (Except the St Wilfrid’s Hospice gardens and any other specified in the brochure or on our website).
Physical Pass
Your annual pass will be sent to you in the post.
Open Gardens E-newsletter*
You will receive a monthly Open Gardens e-newsletter during the season, with information about the upcoming gardens.
Please note this newsletter is only available via email.
With thanks to Westways Vending Specialists for proving supplies and equipment
