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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Three children running in the Italian Garden at Borde Hill in summer.

24th May - 1st June
10:00am - 5:00pm

Kids Trail – Oscar & The Dawn Chorus

This May half term enjoy an interactive trail connecting children to nature Book Now

28th May
10:00am - 3:00pm

Bellmans Antique Valuation Day

Join us for a unique opportunity to have your antiques valued by the experts from Bellmans Auctioneers. Book Now

31st May
9:00am - 10:00am

Revitalise & Renew – Morning Yoga with Calli Popham

Immerse yourself in a playful and revitalising outdoor yoga session, connecting you to your inner child. Book Now

7th June
10:00am - 3:00pm

The Complete Summer Garden Workshop

Transform your garden this summer by joining a hands-on workshop Book Now
Rose Garden at Borde Hill - Clive Nichols

9th June - 20th June
10:00am - 5:00pm

Roses In Bloom

Join us to celebrate the beauty of Jay Robin’s Rose Garden at its peak. Book Now
Laura Hoy - Rose Alchemy - Aromatherapy Workshop

14th 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
Rose Image: Molly Hollman

19th 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
Painting by Kenneth McIntosh

1st July - 30th September
10:00am - 5:00pm

Exhibition: The Sussex Artists – ‘Paintings Inspired by Nature’

Discover paintings by local artists themed around the beauty of nature and the countryside. Book Now

5th July
9:45pm - 1:30pm

Make Your Own Lampshade – Block Printing Workshop

Design and craft a beautiful block printed lampshade to take home. Book Now
Two adults relaxing in deckchairs at an event at Borde Hill during the summer.

6th July
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Music in the Garden – Vintage Jazz with Three Penny Piece

Relax on the Azalea Ring to the toe-tapping sounds of vintage jazz and swing with Three Penny Piece. Book Now

13th July
11:30am - 3:00pm

MX5 Owners Club

Admire a display of MX5 cars on the Azalea Ring. Book Now

18th July - 19th July

Open Air Opera – La Bohème & Madam Butterfly

Enjoy a choice of two magical evenings of outdoor opera on the South Lawn in front of the Elizabethan House. Book Now
A family enjoying a summer picnic at Borde Hill.

19th July - 7th September

The Woods of Wonder – Kids Summer Trail

This summer, step into the Woods of Wonder – a magical story trail in Warren Wood. Book Now
Two adults wearing hats at an event at Borde Hill during the summer.

20th July
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Music in the Garden – Katie Kershaw Band

Relax on the Azalea Ring to the toe-tapping sounds of live music in the Garden. Book Now

2nd August
7:30pm - 10:45pm

Outdoor Cinema: Bridget Jones’s Diary

Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, fun and the magic of the silver screen under the stars. Book Now
Two adults relaxing in deckchairs at an event at Borde Hill during the summer.

10th August
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Music in the Garden – Blues, Jazz & Beats with Caveau

Relax on the Azalea Ring to the toe-tapping sounds of live blues, jazz and beats with Caveau. Book Now

16th August
Sessions from 7:00pm

Lumos Live – A Hans Zimmer Candlelight Experience

An immersive outdoor concert featuring string adaptions of iconic Hans Zimmer compositions. Book Now

22nd August
6:45pm - 10:00pm

Outdoor Cinema: Grease

Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, fun, and the magic of the silver screen under the stars. Book Now
Two adults wearing hats at an event at Borde Hill during the summer.

24th August
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Music in the Garden – The Grand Central Trio

Vintage Jazz band, The Grand Central Trio, provide the perfect accompaniment to a summer’s afternoon. Book Now
Porsche Car Club at Borde Hill

31st August
10:00am - 4:00pm

Porsche Club Great Britain

The Porsche Club, R23 Sussex Region showcase their members’ cars on the Azalea Ring Book Now

5th September
7:30pm - 9:30pm

ABBA Under the Stars

ABBA Gold Europe comes to Borde Hill this summer with a thrilling open-air concert on the South Lawn. Book Now

ABBA Under the Stars

Friday 5th September, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Leading tribute band ABBA Gold Europe deliver an electrifying live performance on the South Lawn with faithful recreations of ABBA’s signature harmonies and iconic looks. Expect to hear all of the greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more!

Plant stalls at the spring Plant Fair event at Borde Hill

Eating at Borde Hill

Visit Ginkgo Coffee Shop, located in our visitor entrance building, or Gloriette, 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 focaccia sandwich from Baked by Cordia.

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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