What's in the gardens

Roam across our wild botanic garden full of diverse plants from around the globe and home to the Millennium Seed Bank.

What's looking good right now

Bloomers Valley

A breathtaking spectacle in high summer but with a special serenity during winter, Bloomers Valley is a landmark meadow restoration where you can enjoy our rich local grasslands.

Coronation Meadow

Open May to October: Wander through this enchanting meadow of native flowers and grasses – a joy for the senses in summer months.

Preserving our Mansion for the future

The time has come for an extensive roof restoration to save our Grade I listed building for generations to come.

Discover more about the biggest renovation project we’ve undertaken at Wakehurst in 50 years.

The Mansion at Wakehurst

Attractions A - Z

  • A view of a still lake seen between trees

    Westwood Lake

    Found at the end of Westwood Valley, the lake is a haven for wildlife of all kinds.
  • A collection of vivid rhododendrons growing in a valley

    Westwood Valley

    Explore a woodland landscape inspired by the eastern Himalaya.
  • A trio of people walk on a wooden viewing platform in front of a dense forest

    Westwood View Point

    Experience the incredible views across the Westwood Valley from our wooden viewpoint.
  • View of the Wetlands Boardwalks

    Wetlands Boardwalks

    Explore the varied wildlife and tranquil beauty of the Wetlands Boardwalks.
  • Person walking through a wicker tunnel

    Wild Wood

    Delight your senses by exploring our new Wild Wood trail with the whole family.
  • Path through a wintery heathland

    Winter Garden

    The Winter Garden is full of sensory delight and the perfect place to lift the spirits on a cold winter’s day
Flowering plants and grasses in the American Prairie at Wakehurst

Our plants

Our extraordinary living collection of exotic trees and woodland plants spans over 500 acres.

Discover plants at Wakehurst

Read & watch

    A man is carrying a child into a meadow, a girl is running ahead.
    9 June 2023

    10 things to do at Wakehurst this summer

    Jessica Hayne
    A wide shot of the Wakehurst mansion in summer
    22 February 2023

    In numbers: The Mansion at Wakehurst

    A felled ash tree at Wakehurst being chopped up into smaller pieces
    14 December 2022

    Tackling ash dieback at Wakehurst

    Jessica Hayne