For Garden Enthusiasts

Our Garden plays host to a series of horticultural talks, tours and events throughout the season, for both groups and individuals to book and enjoy.

Garden Events

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

Magnolias in Bloom

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

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

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
Rose Garden at Borde Hill - Clive Nichols

2nd June - 30th June
11:00am - 11:30am

Rose Garden 30th Anniversary Celebration Tours

Join our expert Garden Team for a guided tour of Jay Robin’s Rose Garden at its summer peak. 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

14th August
4:00pm - 10:30pm

Borde Hill Summer Series Presents: McFly

Pop-rockers McFly join the new Borde Hill Summer Series of large-scale concerts in the Parkland. Book Now

15th August
4:00pm - 10:30pm

Borde Hill Summer Series Presents: Becky Hill

Becky Hill, one of dance music’s most authentic voices, joins the Borde Hill Summer Series for a spectacular Parkland concert. Book Now

11th September - 12th September
6:15pm - 8:00pm

Evening Bat Walks

As the sun sets over Borde Hill, join us for a nocturnal bat walk in the Parkland. Book Now

20th September
10:00am - 3:00pm

Specialist Autumn 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

10th October
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fungi Walk

Delve into the fascinating (and often weird) world of fungi in Borde Hill's beautiful South Park. Book Now

Our Garden Calendar

Explore our Garden events

February and March is the perfect time to explore the Garden’s historic collection of magnolias and camellias on a self-guided walk.

Visitors can browse a wide range of locally grown, garden-worthy and unusual plants at Specialist Plant Fairs in both May and September.


 

Victorian Greenhouse at Borde Hill. Image: Molly Hollman

Events for Culture Lovers

We have a carefully curated calendar of events set within beautiful outdoor spaces at Borde Hill – from live music in the Garden, to family theatre and open-air opera evenings on the South Lawn in front of the Elizabethan House.

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.

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Tickets

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

 

Discover the Possibilities

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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