High Beeches Woodland and Water Garden
Handcross, High Weald
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A 27 acre woodland and water garden near Handcross in the High Weald, with a collection of rare, exotic and award-winning plants from many parts of the world. Paths wind through glades, meadow and water gardens, with bluebells in spring and spectacular colour in autumn.
Highlights
- 27 acres of woodland and water gardens
- Rare and award-winning plant collection
- Autumn colour and spring bluebells
- Homemade cakes and ice cream to take away
Good to know
- Dogs on short leads are welcome on Mondays only, not bank holidays
- There are no toilets inside the garden, only at the car park
- Picnics can be pre-ordered but must be eaten in the picnic area
Getting there
High Beeches Woodland and Water Garden, High Beeches, Handcross, West Sussex, RH17 6HQParking: Car park on site, where the toilets are.
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