Bates Green Garden
Arlington, East Sussex
A 1.5 acre garden on a working farm near Arlington, planted in a naturalistic style by plantswoman Carolyn McCutchan from 1968. Next to it are a wildflower meadow and a 24 acre ancient oak wood that hosts the Arlington Bluebell Walk each spring.
Highlights
- Naturalistic planting through the seasons
- 5.5 acre wildflower meadow
- Ancient oak wood with spring bluebells
- Tea at The Laurel Cafe
Good to know
- Open only on Wednesdays and Saturdays in season
- Closed from late October until late February
Getting there
Bates Green Garden, Bates Green Farm, Tye Hill Road, Arlington, Polegate, BN26 6SHParking: Free parking.
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