Nymans

Q: Are there plants available for sale?

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

One of NT's premier gardens with rare and unusual plant collections of national significance. In spring see blossom, bulbs and a stunning collection of subtly fragranced magnolias. The Rose Garden, inspired by Maud Messel’s 1920s design, is scented by hints of old-fashioned roses. The comfortable yet elegant house, a partial ruin, reflects the personalities of the creative Messel family.

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About Nymans

A garden for all seasons, with rare and unusual plant collections, set around a romantic house and partial ruins. The comfortable yet elegant house reflects the personalities and stories of The talented Messel family. In spring see blossom, bulbs and a stunning collection of subtly fragranced magnolias. The Rose Garden, inspired by Maud Messel’s 1920s design, is scented by hints of old fashioned roses. Dramatic shows of vibrant native tree colour in autumn precede winter’s structural form when the garden is filed with pockets of perfumed daphne throughout the garden. Discover hidden corners through stone archways, walk along tree-lined avenues while surrounded by the lush countryside of the Sussex Weald. The adjoining woodland, with lake and bird hides, has plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife.

There is a large shop and plant centre with our special collection of plants grown on site, a cafe offering a choice of seasonal food made by us, a kiosk in the tea garden and horsebox in the garden at busy times.

For children there are opportunities for natural play and pick up and go activities and seasonal trails.
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Website:

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

Nymans features

Location details

Nymans,
Handcross,
Sussex,
RH17 6EB

Directions to Nymans
On B2114 at Handcross signed off M23/A23 London-Brighton road. Metrobus 271 & 273 stop nearby.

Nymans openings

15 Mar 2025

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Adm subject to change. Light refreshments.

Admission Adult: £19.00
Child: £9.50

Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

Some level pathways. See full access statement on Nymans website.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Nymans?

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

Are coaches allowed at Nymans?

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

Is Nymans a dog friendly garden?

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

Are there plants available for sale?

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

Is there wheelchair access at Nymans?

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

Is this a wildlife garden?

Nymans is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.

Nymans

Owner Info

About Nymans

Nymans features

Location details

Nymans openings

Refreshments Adm subject to change. Light refreshments.

Admission Adult: £19.00 Child: £9.50

Opening times 10:00-17:00

Accessibility

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Admission Adult: £19.00
Child: £9.50