Meet the gardeners: The Mulberry Garden Project
Bateman's, Burwash · 8 November 2026
Image: National TrustA free 20-minute talk at Bateman's in Burwash on Sunday 8 November 2026 at 2pm, where the gardeners explain changes to the Mulberry Garden and how the project reflects the garden as it was in Rudyard Kipling's lifetime. It is held outside the greenhouse and includes time for questions, so it suits anyone interested in gardens or Kipling. Tickets are recommended because capacity is limited.
Highlights
- Free talk with the gardeners, about 20 minutes, with time for questions
- Learn how the garden reflects Rudyard Kipling's lifetime
- Held outside the greenhouse; booking recommended due to limited capacity
Getting there
Bateman's, TN19 7DS
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