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Wanderdown

Created almost from scratch six seasons ago, Wanderdown is adjacent to the South Downs National Park with wonderful views of the Downs to the sea. Primarily a coastal chalk garden, the planting reflects the location with cultivated and wild flowers set against a backdrop of subtropical plants and garden sculptures.

Owner Info

  • John Conlon & Chris Judge
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About Wanderdown

Due to the growing conditions, climate and location, a limited range of flowering perennial and annual plants is used and repeated throughout the garden.

There is an emphasis on growing plants that are naturally resilient to pests and diseases in order to encourage and protect insects and wildlife. Wild flowers, including self-seeders, are encouraged and co-exist with cultivated flowers and shrubs, to create a habitat attractive to pollinators and birds.

The flower beds are planted using colour and leaf form to create interest and the plants chosen mean the garden is best seen during mid summer.

Wanderdown features

Location details

Wanderdown,
2 Wanderdown Way,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
BN2 7BX

Directions to Wanderdown
By car A259 (E) from Brighton, or B2123 (Falmer Rd) from the A27. Bus No. 52 from Brighton alighting Ovingdean Stores, or No. 2 from Brighton alighting Ovingdean Rd.

Wanderdown 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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:00

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.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • No information available at this time, please get in touch with the owners for details.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

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

Yes, dogs are welcome at Wanderdown. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Sorry, Wanderdown does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Wanderdown 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.