Wakehurst

Explore our wild botanic garden in the heart of Sussex, home to the Millennium Seed Bank, over 500 acres of diverse landscapes and plants from across the globe.

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A stone bridge over a river in an autumnal forest

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Find out more about prices, time slots and planned closures.

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10am – 6pm (last entry 5.30pm)

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On the High Weald of West Sussex, Wakehurst is accessible by car and bus, and is a short drive from Haywards Heath station.

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Enjoy unlimited entry to Wakehurst and the Millennium Seed Bank all year round as a Wakehurst member.

What's looking good right now

Roam across our 500 acre site and spot the seasonal delights.

Bog Garden

Explore the vibrant colours of Wakehurst's bog ecosystem.

Wild Wood

Delight your senses by exploring our new Wild Wood trail with the whole family.
What's at Wakehurst

What's on at Wakehurst

Explore our events, exhibitions and workshops

  • An illustrated bear hunt banner
    Family friendly | Included with entry

    We're Going On A Bear Hunt at Wakehurst

    14 to 29 October 2023
  • Members of the public enjoying a guided walking tour around Wakehurst
    Tours and talks | Included with entry

    Daily guided walking tour of Wakehurst

    Daily
  • Illustation showing trees and people enjoying the outdoors
    Exhibitions | Family friendly | Included with entry

    Rooted

    7 July to 17 September 2023
  • Large canvas with multicoloured plants and wildlife collage
    Included with entry

    Planet Wakehurst

    From 17 May 2023
  • Moon and stars, deer, bee and flower lanterns
    Family friendly | Evenings | Food and drink

    Glow Wild 2023 at Wakehurst

    Selected evenings, 23 November 2023 to 1 January 2024
  • Last chance to book
    Rooted
    Shine shines through the trees at the Woodlands in wakehurst
    Short courses | Wellbeing

    Forest bathing at Wakehurst

    Selected dates, 3 June to 4 November 2023
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Two researchers in the woodland at Wakehurst surrounded by bluebells, working with cameras and a computer

Nature Unlocked

Discover how our scientists are researching the value of UK biodiversity to inform nature-based solutions to critical global challenges like climate change.

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We have a few dos and don'ts in place to keep everyone happy. Please also check our planned closures before your visit to avoid disappointment.

Daffodils in the sun

We need you

If you love Wakehurst, help us conserve the world’s plants and fungi and protect the millions of lives that depend on them.

Protect our future

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A member of the horticulture team watering plants in the Temperate House © RBG Kew/Jeff Eden

Kew Gardens

Discover a world of science hiding behind our beautiful botanical collections filled with over 40,000 living plants.

Explore Kew Gardens

*Valid for new memberships only, purchased from 30 March to 30 April 2023. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Standard direct debit price £31.50, now £23.63. Standard cash price £36.50, now £27.38. Restrictions apply, please see our terms and conditions.