Events at Borde Hill

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Our rich calendar of curated events includes fantastic live music performances, specialist plant fairs, creative workshops and engaging activities for all of the family. The scenic backdrop of Borde Hill offers the ideal place to enjoy a day out with family or friends.

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Tuesday 2nd December 2025 - 21st December

A Family Christmas at Borde Hill – Kids Trail & Grotto

This winter, explore the Garden on a Christmas kids trail, or book to visit Santa in his magical Grotto. Book Now

4th December
10:00am - 12:00pm

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Create a traditional 14″ moss-based wreath to hang on your front door, or to give as a present. Book Now

5th February
10:00am - 12:30pm

Talk & Tour with Tom Coward: Making the Most of the Garden in Winter

Gain expert insights and inspiration for winter gardening from Gravetye Manor's Head Gardener, Tom Coward. Book Now

14th February - 30th April
10:00am - 5:00pm

Exhibition: The Sussex Artists – ‘The Art of Spring’

Discover paintings by local artists inside the Victorian Glasshouse inspired by the beauty of spring. Book Now

14th February - 22nd March
10:00pm - 5:00pm

Kids Trail: Mission Spring

Join Agent Snowdrop on a top-secret family adventure! Follow the trail, solve the clues, and bring Spring back to life. Book Now

14th February - 30th April
10:00am - 5:00pm

Magnolias in Bloom

Explore one of the UK’s best ‘champion’ magnolia collections on a self-guided walk of Borde Hill. Book Now

21st March
10:00am - 12:00pm

Easter Wreath Making Workshop

Embrace the arrival of spring by crafting a beautiful 14" moss-based Easter wreath. Book Now
Children walking through daffodils in spring at Borde Hill. Image: Emli Bendixen

28th March - 20th April
10:00am - 5:00pm

Kids Trail: Ludo’s Easter Adventure

This Easter holiday, follow the adventures of Ludo the Lamb on a daily story trail around the Garden. Book Now

18th April
9:00am - 2:30pm

Spring Blooms Photography Workshop with Molly Hollman

Capture the beauty of nature through your lens during a flower and garden photography workshop Book Now

23rd April
2:00pm - 4:00pm

‘Spring Bulbs’ – Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson

Capture the beauty of spring during a two-hour watercolour painting workshop. Book Now

25th April
5:30am - 7:30am

Dawn Chorus Walk

Experience the magical symphony of birdsong on a sunrise walk through Borde Hill's beautiful South Park. Book Now

10th May
10:00am - 3:00pm

Specialist Spring Plant Fair

The Plant Fairs Roadshow returns with a wide range of locally grown, garden-worthy and unusual plants to inspire keen gardeners. Book Now

12th May
10:00am - 5:00pm

National Gardens Scheme Open Day

Visit Borde Hill when we open especially for the National Gardens Scheme charity. Book Now

16th May
10:30am - 1:00pm

Make Your Own Cushion Cover – Block Printing Workshop

Design and craft a beautiful block printed cushion to take home. Book Now

1st June - 30th June

Rose Garden – 30th Anniversary Celebrations

Join us for a month of rose-inspired tours, workshops and events to celebrate this special garden milestone. Book Now

11th June
10:00am - 1:00pm

Botanical Silk Scarf Workshop: The Art of Natural Dyes

Create a beautiful naturally dyed silk scarf to take home, using botanicals from the Garden. Book Now
Laura Hoy - Rose Alchemy - Aromatherapy Workshop

13th June
10:00am - 2:00pm

Rose Alchemy – Aromatherapy Workshop

Capture the magic of roses by infusing, mixing and making rose-inspired skin care products to take home. Book Now

19th June
10:30am - 1:00pm

Rose Talk & Tour with Michael Marriott

Join leading rose expert Michael Marriott for a fascinating talk and tour of the Rose Garden at its peak. Book Now

25th June
2:00pm - 4:00pm

‘Summer Roses’ – Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson

Celebrate the beauty of roses during a two-hour watercolour painting workshop. Book Now

17th July - 18th July

Open Air Opera – Rigoletto & Carmen

Enjoy a choice of two magical evenings of outdoor opera on the South Lawn in front of the Elizabethan House. Book Now

4th September
6:00pm - 9:30pm

ABBA Under the Stars

ABBA Gold Europe return for a thrilling open-air concert on the South Lawn. Early-bird tickets on sale now. Book Now

A Family Christmas at Borde Hill – Kids Trail & Grotto

Saturday 29th November – Sunday 21st December, 10am-3:30pm

Experience the magic of Christmas at Borde Hill with an enchanting daily story trail, or meet Santa in his magical grotto on selected days.

The Halloween Trail at Borde Hill

Eating at Borde Hill

Visit Ginkgo Coffee Shop, located in our visitor entrance building, or our summerhouse café located in the beautiful surroundings between the Rose Garden and the Mid Summer Border. It’s the perfect spot to sit and relax with a delicious cake, bake or sandwich.

Private Hire

Are you looking for a beautiful and tranquil venue for a special celebration, or a unique setting to entertain your clients, host a meeting or treat staff to an away day?

Our wonderfully decorated marquee can be privately hired and can accommodate up to 80 people. Instead of a break out room, your clients or team will enjoy getting out into the fresh air and exploring the Garden, to reawaken the senses and promote wellbeing.

A child on the zip wire in the Advenure Playground at Borde Hill.
Children in the Italian Garden. Image: Emli Bendixen

For Families

The ideal place for children to explore, learn and find joy in nature

Plan a fun-filled day for you and your family in the great outdoors, come rain or shine. Enjoy the perfect balance of fresh air and big open spaces to roam in, then refuel at the Garden Café or Ginkgo Coffee Shop, enjoy a picnic in the Garden or by the lakes or treat yourself to a delicious ice cream from the Gift Shop.

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The Garden is open from the 15th February to the 21st December 2025, 10am-5pm daily (3.30pm from 3rd November).

 

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A family next to the water feature in the Rose Garden at Borde Hill during summer.

Become a Member

Membership is your ticket to enjoy unlimited access to the Garden, Parkland and Woodland throughout the open season. Our members also receive free entry to a number of exciting events, from live music in the Garden to Specialist Plant Fairs and much more. Family Membership provides unlimited access to the Adventure Playground and free school holiday trails.

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Italian Garden at Borde Hill. Image: Molly Hollman

Our Garden & Grounds

Set within 383 acres of heritage listed Parkland, our formal Garden captivates and delights visitors with a series of intimate 'Garden rooms'. Beyond the formal Garden you can explore Woodland walks, the South Park and our lakes with outstanding views across the Sussex High Weald.

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A misty atmospheric view of trees in North Park at Borde Hill with cows in the distance.

Support Us

As a small, independent Garden Charity, we rely on your kind generosity to help fund our projects and to continue to grow sustainably, protecting our natural heritage for generations to come. 'Reinventing Borde Hill' is our most ambitious project to date and your support will help us to achieve exciting plans to benefit our local community.

It would make a huge difference if you would consider supporting us by making a donation – thank you.

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