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Crosswater Farm

Idyllic 5 acre woodland garden. Plantsman’s collection of rhododendrons and azaleas inc rare species collected in the Himalayas and hybrids raised by the family. Everything from alpine dwarfs to architectural large leaved trees. Ponds, stream and companion plantings inc sorbus, magnolias and Japanese acers, and many recent new plantings.

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Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm
Crosswater Farm

About Crosswater Farm

Crosswater Farm was bought derelict by David’s parents, Ted and Romy Millais in 1947. They soon started raising Rhododendrons and Azaleas, and over the next 50 years, they developed a wonderful collection of their favourite plants, including new introductions from their plant collecting expeditions to the Himalayas. Slowly the garden extended further into the canopy of tall pine woodland. Vistas and ponds were created on this low lying sandy acid heathland soil.

The peaceful woodland garden bursts into life in the spring with colourful Rhododendrons and Azaleas, with additional interest through the year from Sorbus, Magnolias, Cornus and Japanese Maples. The garden features several ponds and a stream, with interesting vistas throughout.

The gardens have seen much recent development during the past few years with a new wildflower meadow, and significant replanting of trees, shrubs and bulbs throughout the gardens.

The gardens work in partnership with the adjoining Millais Nurseries, a specialist plant centre, from where you can purchase your garden tickets. They grow one of the largest ranges of Rhododendrons in the world, growing more than 900 different varieties ranging from tiny alpine gems up to large specimen sizes.

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Crosswater Farm features

Location details

Crosswater Farm,
Farnham,
Surrey,
GU10 2JN

Directions to Crosswater Farm
From A287 turn E into Jumps Rd, ½m N of Churt village centre. After ¼m turn acute L into Crosswater Ln & follow signs for Millais Nurseries, Crosswater Farm.

Crosswater Farm 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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

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.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 24 April to May for groups of between 10 and 25.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Grass paths may be difficult for wheelchairs after rain.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Crosswater Farm. 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 Crosswater Farm, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Crosswater Farm are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Crosswater Farm 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.