At certain times, a visit to the National Trust feature may seem too far. Boti is looking for cheaper alternatives in the midst of a living crisis, and one such option is an excellent Sussex freeberry garden, just a 20-minute drive from Brighton winding countries. The garden, located just outside the village of Henfield, which contains eight hectares of stunning plots and 35,000 plants – is just a tenner to reach and has free parking in the neighboring field.
Paul’s and Pauline McBride’s brainstorming, these strange plots present all the experience that the couple has gained gardens during their 30-year career. It’s all a bit like a running glass when you come, and it is greeted by a color color for a couple of time in Rajasthan while hitting with Hindu-style flags, Pauline on the map at the fallen kiosk and warmly talks about “whole plants’ immersion.”
Pass of grazing pigs past his instructions, the wide, inviting view of the garden opens. Plants – two gardeners planted in a naturalistic style with the help of 40 friends – are grassy perennials selected for their color. But according to the unpleasant nature of the place, they were carefully selected after their interest in their post -life … structurally and architecturally dramatically when the flower is gone. ”
In addition to plants, there are regular sculpture trails, bazaars and markets around the garden. The mild “there” announcement is a visiting Indian bazaar (throughout August 2025), which sell Saris, scarf and design jewelry and serve tasty currats for living dressing music.
Like all the best gardens, Sussex Prair has a nursery with a selection of present plants for sale at a reasonable price. There is also a great selection of Bric-A-Brac, so there are not many excuses to leave here with empty hands. Because you are walking at these current warm temperatures thirsty work, there is even better refreshments that offer tea and the size of homemade cakes on the door.
A picnic is encouraged, which makes this a great place simply gone in late summer afternoon. However, there is also a decent pub – Wheatsheaf garden approach if you want something a little stronger than tea and more remarkable than the cake. We have heard good things about their Brazilian inspired menu.
The 32-hectare farm is currently moving gradually to a re-use project, Sussex Prairies Wild fees for rural indigenous peoples and fauna. As such, it will not be open until August 2025, although you can still Book their workshops (such as printing a napkin block, painting and basketing) or registering for a private garden cream between June and October.
Written by Robin Newbold
Friday 1. – On Sunday, August 31, 2025 (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, except bank holidays. Private reservations by appointing June between October, workshops on different dates); Noon at 5 pm; from £ 10; Dogs and picnic welcome
Sussex Prairie Garden, Wheatsheaf Road, Morlands Farm Bn5 9at
sussexprairies.co.uk
Photo Refunds: Mark Flickr (Feature and Last Image) and Robin Newbold
