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Bateman's

Bateman's is an idyllic spot; a family home loved by Rudyard Kipling. Nestled in a shallow valley, the house and garden were a joy and an inspiration to him, from the formal borders and clipped yew hedges to romantic meadows with the meandering river flowing through.

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About Bateman's

That’s She! the Only She! make an honest woman of her- quick!’ was how Rudyard Kipling and his wife, Carrie, felt the first time they saw Bateman’s. Surrounded by hay meadows and the lightly wooded landscape of the Sussex Weald, this C17 house, with its mullioned windows and oak beams, provided a much needed sanctuary to this world famous writer. Enjoy this peaceful garden and the relaxed formality of spring borders, orchards in bloom, our dazzling Mulberry Garden display or walk to Kipling’s beloved mill by the river as it flows through the naturalised planting of spring bulbs, flowering trees and shrubs as you explore Kipling Country.

Highlights inc wild garden carpeted with spring bulbs below flowering trees and shrubs, orchard, vegetable garden, potted tulips, spring flowering borders, working watermill and a dazzling mulberry garden display. On site tearoom offering beverages, cream teas, cakes, hot and cold food.

Website:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

Bateman's features

  • Cashless
  • Children Very Welcome
  • Coaches Allowed
  • Countryside Views
  • Daffodils
  • Dog friendly
  • Historical Garden
  • National Trust Garden
  • Picnics
  • Plants for sale
  • Refreshments
  • Tulips
  • Vegetable Area
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Bateman's,
Burwash,
Sussex,
TN19 7DS

Directions to Bateman's
A265 W from Burwash, 1st turning on L after you leave the village, just before petrol station. Please look out for NT signs. Pick up & drop off points available.

Bateman's openings

Accessibility

  • Partly accessible grounds, some uneven paths. Blue Badge parking. Accessible WC. Wheelchairs available to borrow.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at  Bateman's. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at  Bateman's. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at  Bateman's, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Bateman's are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Bateman's 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.