National Garden Scheme - Sussex - 2026 booklet

18 SUSSEX 14 BIGNOR PARK B3 Pulborough, RH20 1HG. The Mersey Family, www.bignorpark.co.uk. 5m S of Petworth & Pulborough. Well signed from B2138. Nearest villages Sutton, Bignor & West Burton. Approach from the E, directions & map available on website. Tue 12 May, Tue 16 June, Tue 22 Sept (2-5). Adm £7, chd free. Home-made teas. 11 acres of peaceful garden to explore with magnificent views of the South Downs. Interesting trees, shrubs and wildflower areas. The walled garden has been replanted with herbaceous borders and the Dutch garden has a new central obelisk and planting inc climbing roses, salvias and echinaceas. Temple, Greek loggia, Zen pond and unusual sculptures. Former home of romantic poet Charlotte Smith, whose sonnets were inspired by Bignor Park. Spectacular cedar of Lebanon and rare Lucombe oak. Wheelchair access to shrubbery and croquet lawn. Gravel paths in rest of garden and steps in stables quadrangle. efbc 16 u BORDE HILL GARDEN C2 Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP. Borde Hill Garden, 01444 450326, info@bordehill.co.uk, www.bordehill.co.uk. 1 ½ m N of Haywards Heath. 20 mins N of Brighton or S of Gatwick on the A23. Take exit 10a via Balcombe; after approx 3m, the garden is on the R as you enter Haywards Heath. For NGS: Tue 12 May (10-5). Adm £14, chd £9. Light refreshments. For other opening times and information, please phone, email or visit garden website. Tranquil and picturesque, Borde Hill has been planted with passion by five generations of the Stephenson Clarke family. With rare and fine rhododendrons, magnolias, rose borders, and champion trees, exploring the thirteen outdoor rooms is like travelling around the world in one garden. Wheelchair access to 17 acres of formal garden. efgCdbp Bignor Park Black Shed Studios Garden © Irene Eltring ham-Willson 15 N BLACK SHED STUDIOS GARDEN D2 Sunnyview, Nursery Lane, Fairwarp, Uckfield, TN22 3BD. Sandy Infield. What3words app: expect. butterfly.point. From B2026 turn at Fairwarp (signed Foresters Arms), then turn at 1st signed track on R for disabled access only. Parking at Fairwarp Village Hall, then follow signs to garden. Do not use postcode. Fri 11, Sat 12, Sun 13 Sept (10-6). Adm £5, chd free. Pre-booking essential, please email blackshedstudios@gmail.com or visit www.blackshedstudios.com for information & booking. Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments in aid of TAFF The Ashdown Forest Foundation. Set in the Ashdown Forest, this unique 3 acre garden blends formal structure with naturalistic planting. Designed by an artist, it features sculpture, painting, ceramics, and glass art throughout. Explore a wildlife pond, meadow, and a small wetland, all offering tranquillity and inspiration in a relaxed, welcoming setting. The artists’ studios will be open during visit. Conservation zoologist Dr Mark Infield will give talks at 1pm on Saturday and Sunday. Many of the garden paths and studios are wheelchair accessible when conditions are dry. efgbpc