Pashley Manor Gardens
Pashley Manor Gardens
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In late April/early May Pashley Manor’s spectacular Tulip Festival sees this garden, on the border of Sussex and Kent, carpeted with over 35,000 tulips, creating stunning scenes for visitors to enjoy. Tulips are followed by over 100 varieties of roses through June, hundreds of scented lilies, the kitchen garden showcasing an abundance of produce and a blaze of colour provided by hundreds of dazzling dahlias, during the Dahlia Days event in early September. Complemented by a fantastic café with a beautiful terraced seating area, exhibitions of sculpture and art and a lovely gift shop Pashley is a great destination for a day out.
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- Julie P2,026 contributionsA lovely gardenThe car park is near the entrance and a short walk from the ticket entrance and shop. Toilets are by the house, which isn't open. It's not a huge garden, but it has a series of "rooms" with different planting. At the time of year we went it was peak dahlia time. There are also some interesting statues dotted around. You can walk round the lake. There are garden tours available. The cafe does a selection of cakes and drinks, with indoor and outdoor seating.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 4 October 2023
- DreambigRoyal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom231 contributionsTulips almost out.Day one of the season opening and typically showers but we were undeterred. The tulips have yet to be in full bloom but those that are out are beautiful. Will certainly look splendid when they flower. It’s lovely to see new shoots & growth to feel we are moving out of a prolonged wet winter. Gardeners chatty about their maintenance over the winter which has been a battle with deer munching bulbs & damaging beds. So a coffee on a damp day turned into a hearty delicious lunch. Goats cheese quiche with potato salad, pea & broad bean salad, fresh tomatoes, grated carrot & lettuce. A lovely choice of dressings and all for £16. Very very tasty. However we didn’t stretch to cake for pudding as we still think £4.95 a slice is a bit steep even tho they look delicious.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 1 April 2024
- mcauley2015Battle, United Kingdom181 contributionsLovely way to spend the dayLovely gardens, not too big and imposing, easily to get round and enjoy. Especially loved the kitchen garden. Cafe and shop of a very high standard, especially loved the menu with the incorporation of the local and homegrown foods.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 17 April 2024
- Pam W1 contributionTulip festival.The tulip festival is always a lovely experience at Pashley. This year, in common with many other venues, the weather has been particularly challenging. Early flowering, and very wet conditions due to climate change circumstances, must have been problematical. However the web site has been very informative re conditions. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and, as always, the garden cafe was full of delicious choices to eat. The staff are always efficient and helpful too which adds to the overall experience.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 May 2024
- MozGemozac, France25 contributionsBeautiful Gardens, Excellent CafeThe Gardens are beautifully kept and it is relaxing just to meander around them. The Cafe, serves very good, freshly prepared food and the portion sizes are generous, The Cafe staff are very good and happy to offer advice if required .I do not think the food is overpriced based on the quality and portion size. The Garden entry fee is not cheap but neither is it outrageous. The property is privately owned and I imagine the upkeep costs are high. The Garden Shop is excellent and sells high quality items which are not the usual tourist rubbish. Special Events during the year.Visited August 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 3 September 2024
- rossijamSurrey, United Kingdom75 contributionsPeaceful and PleasantWhat a spectacular garden this is. Very well kept, small but plenty to see, and the smallness of the garden makes it more special. Probably one of the best gardens to visit. I'd highly recommend a visit here. Perfect place to relax and enjoy a sit down on the terrace in the warm evening sun. Noce little cafe, with plenty of choice to enjoy a snack after your stroll around the garden. We saw some black swans too, of which they are quite rare. The gardens are very photogenic, we spent around 3 hrs here, but spent a lot of time sitting down. it's so peaceful. I'd certainly recommend a visit to Pashley Manor, especially in late summer on a warm dayVisited August 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 11 September 2024
- Resort377400322271 contributionA lesson for the National TrustIf you are a rewilding nutter or National Trust fan don't visit. The gardens are beautiful and wonderfully maintained. Great veg garden. No NT weeds everywhere and wild lawns (you can't have a wild lawn NT....it is not a lawn). It is very calm even when busy. Ignore the knockers who complain there are no tulips when it is out side tulip season, that is like booking a ski holiday in August. Quite pricey but the costs must be horrendous. Can't comment on the food but the terrace looked a great place to have a cup of coffee. Save up and go.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 September 2024
- caroledsilvaLarkfield, United Kingdom19 contributionsEnd of Season VisitComing to the end of the season but we still enjoyed a lovely day at Pashley Manor Gardens - the weather was unpredictable but even so it was good to sit outside to enjoy homemade cheese scones. After the refreshing shower had ended there was a lovely fragrance in the air. We managed to have a look round at flowers and statuary. Then more delicious homemade food - I had quiche with lots of different salads. The staff couldn't have been more attentive. I have mobility problems so a lift was arranged to take me back to our coach. We have visited here several times over the years and look forward to more visits in the new season. And more delicious homemade treats!Visited September 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 26 September 2024
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Alison C
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Sept 2021
Thought the gardens were wonderful, but when we visited yesterday, 8th September it was a very hot day and those who wanted to eat something were having to join a very long queue. No one was allowed to sit at a table until they had ordered their food. Notices felt a bit bossy. Several of those queuing were elderly. Would it not be better to employ more staff to allow people to find a table, sit down and relax and have someone come and take their order ? I overheard other people saying, we can’t do this - let’s go to the coop and get some sandwiches... we too were unwillingly to stand and wait and left to have an excellent lunch with no standing around at a local pub restaurant.
Written 9 September 2021
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Cazgos
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK21 contributions
Jul 2021
This was a little bit of heaven on earth.
The gardens are quite small, but are lovely and very well kept, with beautiful roses and very serene. It almost felt as though it was our own personal garden! There are lots of statues dotted around, which normally I would not like, but these were largely tasteful (to me!) and were appropriate for the surroundings.
We got in with a 2 for 1 Gardeners World voucher, so it made it a more acceptable price for the two of us.
We did treat ourselves to a scone with clotted cream and jam on the terrace and we decided that they were some of the best scones we've ever had! The lunches looked very tempting too, and I'm sure that they would not disappoint, despite the price!
The staff were lovely too - and couldn't have been more friendly and helpful.
Definitely a very pleasant and memorable afternoon!
The gardens are quite small, but are lovely and very well kept, with beautiful roses and very serene. It almost felt as though it was our own personal garden! There are lots of statues dotted around, which normally I would not like, but these were largely tasteful (to me!) and were appropriate for the surroundings.
We got in with a 2 for 1 Gardeners World voucher, so it made it a more acceptable price for the two of us.
We did treat ourselves to a scone with clotted cream and jam on the terrace and we decided that they were some of the best scones we've ever had! The lunches looked very tempting too, and I'm sure that they would not disappoint, despite the price!
The staff were lovely too - and couldn't have been more friendly and helpful.
Definitely a very pleasant and memorable afternoon!
Written 20 July 2021
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Steve_of_N21
London, UK3,611 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We came here early on the Sunday of the August Bank Holiday weekend to take in both the advertised craft fair and the gardens and the entrance fee was £15 per adult for both.
The Craft fair in the big marquee was OK but the gardens are the real star here. The walled garden is very impressive, but we also thoroughly enjoyed walking the grounds and searching out the various statues dotted about. If we ever win the lottery I will come back and buy one. The woodland walk is well worth doing for its serenity and calmness.
We only utilised the impressive, terraced café for tea and cake as we were targeting the excellent Queens Head in Icklesham for late lunch on the way back to rye, so cannot pass comment on the food. However, I did think the way they had separated the main meals from the tea and cake section was very sensible and seemed to be controlling the queues in that we didn’t experience any.
The Craft fair in the big marquee was OK but the gardens are the real star here. The walled garden is very impressive, but we also thoroughly enjoyed walking the grounds and searching out the various statues dotted about. If we ever win the lottery I will come back and buy one. The woodland walk is well worth doing for its serenity and calmness.
We only utilised the impressive, terraced café for tea and cake as we were targeting the excellent Queens Head in Icklesham for late lunch on the way back to rye, so cannot pass comment on the food. However, I did think the way they had separated the main meals from the tea and cake section was very sensible and seemed to be controlling the queues in that we didn’t experience any.
Written 5 September 2023
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DerbyAndyk
Derby, UK27 contributions
Sept 2020
Why have we never heard of this hidden gem? Having spent a week in this lovely part of the country, visiting all the great gardens of the south-east, we spotted this.
In this year when all others are showing the signs of lower than usual attention, whether RHS, National Trust or independent - this was brilliantly different. Hardly a weed out of place, and all looking fresh and succulent. Topped off by a nice cup of tea and fruit scone, with masses of jam & cream. Covid isolation perfectly encouraged.
Not the cheapest, but real value for money, if you’re worried.
In this year when all others are showing the signs of lower than usual attention, whether RHS, National Trust or independent - this was brilliantly different. Hardly a weed out of place, and all looking fresh and succulent. Topped off by a nice cup of tea and fruit scone, with masses of jam & cream. Covid isolation perfectly encouraged.
Not the cheapest, but real value for money, if you’re worried.
Written 23 September 2020
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jandrgould
Kenley62 contributions
Sept 2020
We went for an afternoon on a sunny day in September. The display of dahlias is outstanding . Tea and scones and jam were well received too sitting on the terrace overlooking the lawn and lakes. The sculptures in the garden add another layer of interest
Written 19 September 2020
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jennycutts1
Seasalter, UK28 contributions
Jul 2020
What a stunning place this is. Sculptures and statues, trees, woodland, herbaceous borders, ponds and a lovely terrace overlooking the gardens to enjoy your tea and cake. Plenty of parking and no need to book in advance unlike NT properties.
Written 19 July 2020
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sussexrowmark
Rye, UK509 contributions
May 2021
Visited between the tulip and rose weeks, Pashley Manor was peaceful in its beautiful Wealden setting. The gardens are well managed. A delightful outdoor cafe next to the wisteria-covered house with a view over the lake. An even better view from the picnic area alongside the car park. However we felt that the many statues in the grounds were rather naff and detracted from the elegance of the surroundings.
Written 30 May 2021
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suechin
Worthing, UK290 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
We are staying in hastings and decided to go to pashley manor for the day.
What a beautiful setting.the house and grounds are stunning.due to covid everything seems very organised.
We went to the cafe and had coffee on the terrace .my 0artner had a scone and cream and jam and I had a coffee and walnut cake.it was very nice.
We walked round the gardens which are very well kept.the lawns are immaculate.the flowers are beautiful.
The lakes make the setting and the black Swan called fiona who seems to like people.
I thoroughly enjoyed the gardens.being a gardener it was so easy to see how hard the gardeners work.
It was £11 each to get in.it was also accessible for disabled people.
What a beautiful setting.the house and grounds are stunning.due to covid everything seems very organised.
We went to the cafe and had coffee on the terrace .my 0artner had a scone and cream and jam and I had a coffee and walnut cake.it was very nice.
We walked round the gardens which are very well kept.the lawns are immaculate.the flowers are beautiful.
The lakes make the setting and the black Swan called fiona who seems to like people.
I thoroughly enjoyed the gardens.being a gardener it was so easy to see how hard the gardeners work.
It was £11 each to get in.it was also accessible for disabled people.
Written 18 August 2020
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SheMag
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK246 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
When I took up gardening about a decade ago now, I heard about Pashley Manor and its tulips and vowed to go one day. Well, Covid etc but finally I got there this year. The gentleman on the gate did say the tulips had gone over, but I didn’t realise he meant completely gone and being dug up. Had that been more clear I wouldn’t have paid the fairly hefty entrance fee. Of course because the tulips were being dug out, there wasn’t much else in the borders. The house is lovely with a beautiful wisteria but is not open to visitors; I found myself going round the grounds more out of duty than pleasure. What was striking was the statuary in the gardens, modern pieces really well sited; you wouldn’t think they would fit with an older property but I thought they were lovely, particularly “Mr Bennet’s Daughter” down by the orchard at the end of the gardens. Somehow you know who it is before you read the name. But I didn’t go to see statuary; I went to see tulips and I do agree with other reviewers that a discount on the entrance fee would have been welcome given the empty beds.
Written 7 June 2024
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Pds1
Birmingham, UK431 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
What a lovely garden. We spent about 2 hours here. Lovely and peaceful. A big shoutout to the cafe staff who were all working so hard under the current circumstances - they were all very helpful.
Only reason not 5 stars - a little more expensive than other similar gardens. Well worth a visit
Only reason not 5 stars - a little more expensive than other similar gardens. Well worth a visit
Written 31 August 2020
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Bonsoir, j'aurais voulu savoir si une Visite à la mi avril serait intéressante..Quelles plantes seraient visibles ?
Written 27 October 2019
Depending on the weather we may still have daffodils, camellias, hellebores and magnolia and possibly a few tulips in mid-April, but, we plant the later flowering varieties of tulips so our 35,000 tulips are usually out towards the end of April to early may (our Tulip Festival will be on from 22nd April every day to 6th May 2020)
Written 31 October 2019
Many thanks for your enquiry - I am afraid dogs, except trained assistance dogs, are not allowed in the gardens here (we have a swan and ducks and moorhens etc.)
Written 25 April 2019
No, I wouldn't say it is wheelchair user friendly. There are steps, woodlands, gravel paths etc, so I feel it would be very difficult to push a wheelchair around. Hope this helps
Written 22 April 2019
It isn’t very exciting g a chilf
Written 3 August 2018
How long should I allow for visiting here?
Written 12 August 2017
It isn't huge, but worth allowing 2-3 hours, and recommend you have lunch as it's real home-made food - I had quiche which was the best I've ever had. Parking is in a field fairly close by unlike some, but on a slight slope if I remember! regards Charmian
Written 13 August 2017
How long should I allow for visiting here?
Written 12 August 2017
2 hours is plenty unless you have a picnic first, in which case I'd recommend 2.5 hours to give you time to stop at the cafe for tea and cake (and enjoy the ducks at your feet looking for cake crumbs)!
Written 13 August 2017
Bloms Bulbs are here during the Tulip Festival (21st April every day to 6th May) with a marquee of cut tulips and their bulb order forms - they take bulb orders (for delivery and payment in the autumn) - so you can use the garden and marquee display as a sort of living bulb catalogue if you would like to!
Written 27 April 2017
Hi Kealey thanks for getting in touch. Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the gardens - they can be walked on a lead in the car park field though. With a day ticket to the garden you can come in and out as many times as you like and there is a picnic area in the car park field too so this might be a good option on cooler days, though we obviously don't recommend it on hot days or during our Tulip Festival when the car park field gets a lot busier. Hope this helps.
Written 7 March 2016
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