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South East England

Borde Hill Garden

Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XP

A heritage-listed West Sussex estate with intimate garden rooms, rare trees, woodland, parkland and lakes.

Visit information checked 17 August 2026

Garden UK guide

Why visit Borde Hill Garden?

Borde Hill combines formal garden rooms near the house with woodland, lakes and the wider South Park. The collection is known for rare trees and shrubs gathered during early twentieth-century plant-hunting expeditions. Moving between the enclosed rooms and open parkland makes the estate feel varied without losing its horticultural focus. The visitor route also gives enough space for a longer walk, while the compact areas near the house suit anyone mainly interested in planting combinations.

What to see

  • Move between distinct garden rooms with different planting styles and shelter.
  • Look for rare trees and shrubs within the estate's historic plant collection.
  • Extend the visit through woodland, around the lakes and into South Park.

Plan your visit

Best for
Rare trees and shrubs, garden-room design, woodland walks and visitors wanting both detailed planting and open parkland.
Before you go
Routes include hard and gravel paths with some gentle slopes. Check the official site for seasonal opening, tickets and the latest accessibility information.

Source: Borde Hill visitor information

Garden features

Woodland Arboretum

Location

Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XP

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