Visit Wakehurst
Whether you are a regular visitor or planning your first trip to Wakehurst, find out how you can make the most of your day.
Book tickets
Find out more about booking time slots and our prices.
Opening times
10am to 6pm (last entry 5.30pm)
Getting here
On the High Weald of West Sussex, Wakehurst is accessible by car or bus, and is a short drive from Haywards Heath station.
Become a member
Enjoy unlimited entry to Wakehurst and the Millennium Seed Bank all year round as a Wakehurst member.
All the essentials
Eating and drinking
Enjoy tasty food and delicious treats at our cafés and restaurants.
Shopping
Pick up the perfect book, seasonal plant or just something for home from our gorgeous range of products inspired by the gardens.
Maps
Have a look at our general and accessibility maps to get the most of your visit.
We have a few dos and don'ts in place to keep everyone happy. Please also check our planned closures before your visit to avoid disappointment.
Accessibility
We aim to provide the best possible access throughout the garden, our buildings and other facilities.
Ways to save
Make the most of your visit to Wakehurst with a selection of discounts, group bookings, affordable food and drink options, free tours, and budget transport options.
Dog walking
Find out where to walk your dog, access information and how we're protecting our plants, wildlife and visitors.
Don't miss Wakehurst's best bits
Top 10 things to do at Wakehurst this winter
Millennium Seed Bank
Visit our global wild seed bank and learn how we use our collections to combat biodiversity loss and climate change
Join Cate Blanchett to help protect nature
Nature in the UK is in crisis. We have lost 97% of our species-rich meadows and grasslands over the last century. The Millennium Seed Bank is uniquely placed to help restore these threatened habitats. Donate today to help save our countryside.
Become a Wakehurst member
Enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive access to events and discounts, and help us to build a greener future for all.
School visits
Wakehurst provides a perfect setting for an outdoor classroom. With access to our Millennium Seed Bank and our woodlands of the world, children of all ages will be inspired.
