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Beardsland

A constantly evolving country garden together with a 2 acre wildflower meadow, with views of the Downs and Ditchling Beacon. A colourful explosion of dahlias, delphiniums and assorted annuals and shrubs greet you, along with a border of vegetables where we have experimented by sowing from seed by the phases of the moon. There is a small orchard, a greenhouse and much more to explore.

Owner Info

  • Lynn & Clive Bush
Beardsland
Beardsland
Beardsland
Beardsland

About Beardsland

The field was acquired in 2008 . We believe that during WWII it was used in part as a market garden . When purchased it was kept as a mown field. We decided eight years ago to create a wild flower meadow and introduced yellow rattle to reduce the grass cover. Each year the meadow receives its only cut in late September by a flail collector mower. Everything is removed and composted at the top of the field. The fertility of the soil is thus gradually reduced to allow the wild flowers to compete with the remaining grasses. We now have 50 species of wildflowers including common spotted orchids.
There are several benches from which to enjoy the established meadow, busy pollinators and the views of the South Downs, however there is much more to discover as you explore this rather special garden.
The enthusiastic owners are keen to tell you about their garden and how they have established and maintain such a beautiful garden.
A warm welcome awaits you.

Limited gluten free /vegan will be available. Tables to be provided in the garden. Coffee/tea plus cake for £5.

Beardsland features

Location details

Beardsland,
near Hassocks,
West Sussex,
BN6 8TZ

Directions to Beardsland
Situated at the eastern edge of Ditchling village on the B2116 between the recreation ground (parking available) & Spatham Ln. What3words app: snap.collides.amber.

Beardsland openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & home-made cakes.
Admission Adult: £7.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Beardsland at this time.

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Beardsland does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Beardsland 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.