Visit Wakehurst
Whether you are a regular visitor or planning your first trip to Wakehurst, find out how you can make the most of your day.
Book tickets
Find out more about booking time slots and our prices.
Opening times
10am – 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)*
*The gardens will close early at 3pm (last entry 2pm) on select dates between 23 November 2023 and 1 January 2024 for Glow Wild
Getting here
On the High Weald of West Sussex, Wakehurst is accessible by car or bus, and is a short drive from Haywards Heath station.
Become a member
Enjoy unlimited entry to Wakehurst and the Millennium Seed Bank all year round as a Wakehurst member.
All the essentials
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Eating and drinking
Enjoy tasty food and delicious treats at our cafés and restaurants.
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Shopping
Pick up the perfect book, seasonal plant or just something for home from our gorgeous range of products inspired by the gardens.
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Plants
Explore our extraordinary living collection of exotic trees and woodland plants sprawled over 500 acres.
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.
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Accessibility
We aim to provide the best possible access throughout the garden, our buildings and other facilities.
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Maps
Have a look at our general and accessibility maps to get the most of your visit.
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Ways to save at Wakehurst
Make the most of your visit to Wakehurst with a selection of discounts, affordable food and drink options, free tours, and budget transport options.
School visits
Wakehurst provides a perfect setting for an outdoor classroom. With access to our Millennium Seed Bank and our woodlands of the world, children of all ages will be inspired.
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Become a Wakehurst member
Enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive access to events and discounts, and help us to build a greener future for all.