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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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.

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

The Mansion Gardens

Over 200 years, the residents of Wakehurst’s Mansion acquired plants from all over the world, surrounding the estate with beautiful gardens.

Westwood Valley

Explore a woodland landscape inspired by the eastern Himalaya.

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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.

Colourful flowers in the Winter Garden at Wakehurst in wintertime

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

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Kew Gardens

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

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