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46 Westup Farm Cottages

Hidden in the countryside of the High Weald, this cottage garden contains unique and traditional features, linked by intimate paths through lush and subtle planting. Designed to provide year-round interest and produce, organic and wildlife friendly.

Owner Info

  • Chris & Clare Cornwell
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages
46 Westup Farm Cottages

About 46 Westup Farm Cottages

Westup Farm and cottages are part of the Balcombe estate, and are situated on the High Weald; at 110m above sea level, the highest ground between North and South Downs. The farmhouse dates from the 18th century and is a Grade II listed building. The cottages were built in about 1890 (Garden Which? describe them as ‘Arts and Crafts’).

I moved here in 1981, and at that time the cottage was essentially derelict. There was no garden; the field extended to the cottage walls as previously hedging had been removed ‘so the cows could keep the grass down’. In its favour though was its position, and with a ready supply of farmyard manure, it had potential. Early attempts at gardening were influenced by the meadow setting, I planted apple trees in the front garden; but attempts to grow vegetables were hampered by the local wildlife, which inspired the school of ‘gardening despite nature’, a practice which is continued today.

However, the garden has evolved; boundaries have been extended, copious quantities of ‘soil improver’ have been barrowed in and the field has been cultivated. Designed to provide year round interest, the garden has been open for the National Garden Scheme since 1995. It contains many unique and traditional features, linked by intimate paths through lush and subtle planting and has been featured in numerous publications. Limited wheelchair access

Refreshment information
Home-made teas at Stumlet (17 May & 17 June), at 46 Westup Farm Cottages (18 June). Refreshments in aid of St Catherine’s Hospice (Stumlet), Orchard House Residential Children’s Services (Westup).

By arrangement visits
Price £5 per person, discounts for groups of 4+. Refreshments may be possible.
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46 Westup Farm Cottages features

Location details

46 Westup Farm Cottages,
Balcombe,
Sussex,
RH17 6JJ

Directions to 46 Westup Farm Cottages
Turn off B2036 onto lane immed next to Balcombe Primary School & follow for ¾m. Parking signed 150yds from garden, walk along chestnut avenue.

46 Westup Farm Cottages openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Limited wheelchair access.
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FAQs

Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.

Yes, coaches are accepted at 46 Westup Farm Cottages. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at 46 Westup Farm Cottages, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, 46 Westup Farm Cottages does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. 46 Westup Farm Cottages seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.