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The Old Rectory, Barnham

Scratch built in June 2019 after the 300m² garden was removed down to 40cm, we then added fresh topsoil and re-turfed. By summer 2021 the garden was well established. Now, we have reached the final planning and planting of the beds ‘we think’! Apart from replacing the odd failing plant (we all have them) we just keep things ship-shape as best we can.

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About The Old Rectory, Barnham

We arrived at the Old Rectory in September 2018 to just a lawn laid wall to fence! The garden proved unworkable (tons of hidden builders rubble) so was stripped bare and literately reborn at the beginning of June 2019.

June meant rush planting and although we had brought some mature plants with us – Acer, Box, Cypress etc. we inevitably miscalculated the vigour of some plants meaning the garden has been in constant flux as we reposition and add new interest.

Summer 2020 saw the garden quite established but Autumn was busy as we try to improve various aspects.

We had everything ‘almost’ right for the first NGS open days but still, there was plenty to reposition. Our favourites are Salvias, Lillies and of course Roses – we have some French Roses including a ‘Rosa Cocktail’. The front garden has also been re-formed. We also found time to build a bespoke climbing frame and slide for our four grandchildren.

Now in 2025 we have reached the final planning and planting of the beds ‘we think’! Apart from replacing the odd failing plant (we all have them) we just keep things ship-shape as best we can.
Limited parking at rear. Admission is combined with the garden at The Shrubbery opposite The Old Rectory.

The Old Rectory, Barnham features

Location details

The Old Rectory,
Barnham,
Barnham,
West Sussex,
PO22 0EQ

Directions to The Old Rectory, Barnham
Between Arundel & Chichester at A27 Fontwell junction, take A29 road to Bognor Regis. Turn L at next r'about onto Barnham Rd. 30 metres after speed camera arrive at garden.

The Old Rectory, Barnham openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-16:00

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free
Opening times 10:00-16:00

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 2 June to 6 June.

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

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £6.00
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access through 90cm wide entrance, and no steps. Please advise if you need disabled parking.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Old Rectory, Barnham at this time.

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

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at The Old Rectory, Barnham, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at The Old Rectory, Barnham are accessible to wheelchair users.

The Old Rectory, Barnham is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.