16th August
4:00pm - 10:30pm

Borde Hill Summer Series Presents: We Are Family Sussex

We Are Family Festival Sussex comes to Borde Hill, bringing a full day of live entertainment, attractions and family fun.

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Borde Hill Summer Series Presents:

We Are Family Sussex

We Are Family Festival Sussex comes to Borde Hill on Sunday 16 August, bringing a full day of live entertainment, attractions and family fun to one of the South East’s most beautiful outdoor settings.

Headlining the festival is a special live PA from East 17, alongside performances from the Taylor Swift Tribute, Oasis Experience Tribute, Olivia Rodrigo Tribute, Sabrina Carpenter Tribute, I Love K-Pop, the We Are Family Rave with MC Kie and Toddler Town.

Designed with children at its heart, the festival features fairground rides, interactive attractions, face painting, themed parades and bottomless soft drinks, creating an unforgettable day out for the whole family.

Festival highlights include:

💃 Live entertainment throughout the day
🎟️ Tickets start from £19.50
🎪 Interactive attractions
🥤 Bottomless soft drinks
👶 Under 2s go free
🎡 Fairground rides
🥁 Themed parades
🎨 Face painting

Families can also enjoy themed parades inspired by Peppa Pig, Disney, Teletubbies, Bluey and TikTok Party, alongside great food and drink in a welcoming festival atmosphere.

Tickets go on sale Friday 26 June at 10am

About the Borde Hill Summer Series

The brand new Borde Hill Summer Series, presented by Supermodified, is set within our heritage-listed South Park, providing a stunning backdrop for major open-air concerts. Expansive lawns, dramatic vistas, and rare trees create a natural amphitheatre framed by sweeping countryside views. This unique setting combines intimacy and scale, offering an exceptional stage for world-class artists and bands.

Accessibility

We want everyone to enjoy their experience at the Borde Hill Summer Series. Accessible tickets can be purchased through the Accessible Tickets option on Skiddle.

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What are accessible tickets?
Accessible tickets are designed for guests who require additional support to enjoy the event comfortably. These tickets include access to dedicated facilities and services.

What does an accessible ticket include?
Accessible tickets include:

Separate, easy-access entry to the venue
Easy access to the accessible viewing platform
Access to accessible toilets
Close to bar with staff available for drinks orders

Who are accessible tickets for?
Accessible tickets are available for attendees with disabilities or access requirements who may benefit from step-free access, seating or designated viewing areas.

Do accessible tickets cost more?
Accessible tickets are priced the same as standard tickets.

Can I bring a companion or carer?
If companion or carer tickets are required please email [email protected], the Skiddle team will carry out an eligibility check and supply you with a unique code to access a complimentary carer ticket

How do I purchase an accessible ticket?
Accessible tickets can only be purchased through Skiddle

For any further accessibility questions please email [email protected]

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FAQ’s

Visit the Borde Hill Summer Series website for the latest FAQs and booking details here

Contact us

For all event-related enquiries, contact the team at [email protected]

At A Glance

Date and time

16th August
4:00pm - 10:30pm

Cost

Ticket details coming soon

A 12.5% booking fee is added per ticket and is calculated as a percentage of the face value, shown in brackets. The booking fee covers the cost of providing a secure ticketing service, including debit/credit card processing fees, VAT, customer service, administration, website development and secure server costs.

Refunds: tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase unless the event is cancelled.

Important info

Dogs are not permitted at this event.

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Two adults wearing hats at an event at Borde Hill during the summer.

Become a Member

Make the most of the great outdoors and visit time and again by becoming a Member of Borde Hill

Borde Hill Membership is your ticket to enjoy unlimited access to the Garden and Parkland 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 also provides unlimited access to the Adventure Playground and free school holiday trails.

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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.

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.

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.