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King John's Lodge

4 acre romantic garden for all seasons. An ongoing family project since 1987 with new areas completed in 2020. From the eclectic shop, nursery and tearoom, stroll past wildlife pond through orchard with bulbs, meadow, rose walk and fruit according to the season. Historic house (not open) has broad lawn, fountain, herbaceous border, pond and ha-ha.

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King John's Lodge
King John's Lodge
King John's Lodge
King John's Lodge
King John's Lodge
King John’s Lodge
King John’s Lodge
King John’s Lodge
King John’s Lodge
King John’s Lodge

About King John's Lodge

The romantic eight-acre gardens of King Johns Lodge are as beautiful as they are tranquil and have captured the hearts of many a garden writer both in the UK and abroad.

With the stunning house as its backdrop, the lawn with a fountain and ha-ha is surrounded by a wild garden with ancient apple trees and a meadow and a secret pond with a woodland walk featuring a statue of Oberon and Titania.

We featured in Period Living (2015) – seven page article which can be seen at https://www.periodliving.co.uk/completed-projects/gardens-of-king-johns-lodge/. We also featured in US Vogue (September 2019) – A three day shoot in the wildflower meadow and grounds of King Johns Nursery. Featuring photographer Tyler Mitchell and models Imaan Hammam and Vittoria Ceretti.

Light refreshments include coffees, teas, wine, beer, fizz, home-made cakes and light lunches

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Location details

King John's Lodge,
Etchingham,
Sussex,
TN19 7AZ

Directions to King John's Lodge
From Burwash turn L before Etchingham Church, from Hurst Green turn R after church, into Church Ln, which leads into Sheepstreet Ln after ½m, then L after 1m.

King John's Lodge openings

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

Accessibility

  • Garden is mainly flat. Areas with steps can usually be accessed from other areas. Disabled WC.
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FAQs

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

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at King John's Lodge at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at King John's Lodge. 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 King John's Lodge, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at King John's Lodge are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. King John's Lodge 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.