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Stumlet

The garden is nearing the end of the change from a playground for boys to a restful place with new beds and borders, a prolific herb garden and raised vegetable beds. There are places to sit and enjoy a little peace, scent and colour. Not a makeover, but a well chosen design executed to inc interesting plants for lasting enjoyment. A garden to watch develop in the future.

Owner Info

  • Max & Nicola Preston Bell
Stumlet
Stumlet
Stumlet
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Stumlet

About Stumlet

Bringing up two boys meant a lawn with hardy shrubs bordering was ideal if not very inspiring. Now we are using the mature trees and shrubs as the framework to develop the spaces so that we and older members of the family can wander and enjoy different views and different plantings. This will mean fewer ball games, more hide and seek! There has been an emphasis on scented plants as well as ensuring colour and interest throughout the year. Herbs and raised vegetable beds with flowers weaving through the edibles.

In May there should be plenty of azaleas, daffodils and tulips and in June the roses and alliums should be strutting their stuff.

Stumlet features

  • Cashless
  • Wheelchair access
  • Wildlife Garden

Location details

Stumlet,
Balcombe,
Sussex,
RH17 6LW

Directions to Stumlet
We are diagonally opp Winterfield, there's a large Atlantic pine tree in the front garden.

Stumlet openings

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at Stumlet. Refreshments in aid of St Catherine's Hospice.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at Stumlet. Refreshments in aid of St Catherine's Hospice.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

A group opening is when a number of gardens open together on the same day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at Stumlet. Refreshments in aid of St Catherine's Hospice.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access to the left-hand side of the garden, but maybe difficult if ground is wet.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

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

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

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

Yes. Stumlet 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.