Sheffield Park and Garden

Important notice -

We're now welcoming visitors without pre-booked tickets during the week. Booking guarantees your visit but we do have more spaces for those who haven't pre-booked. Please book at weekends. The shop & café (takeaway) are open.

Acres of landscape garden bordered by historic parkland and woodland

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Camellias in spring at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

What to expect during your visit to Sheffield Park  

The garden is open daily between 10am - 5pm. We recommend all visits are pre-booked via our website to guarantee admission. Tickets are available every Friday for the week ahead.

The Shop, Plant Sales Area and Second Hand Bookshop are open.

The Coach House Café and The Shant open daily for takeaways. A BBQ is available at weekends and an ice cream cart on busy days - please check availability on arrival.

Assistance dogs welcome across the whole property. Whilst we are operating the pre-booking system, dogs are welcome in the garden on a short lead at any time.

Please check the website before you travel and follow government guidance on travel.

Find out full details of what to expect on your visit to Sheffield Park…

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Things to see and do 

Spring colour at Sheffield Park and Garden Sussex

Spring in the garden at Sheffield Park 

Spring means colour at Sheffield Park where dramatic views are around every bend and scent fills hidden glades. Find out more here about what sights will greet you each month.

Children on an Easter trail at Sheffield Park and Garden, East Sussex

Spring adventures for families at Sheffield Park  

This spring, spend the day outdoors at Sheffield Park taking in the excitement and colours of the changing season.

Waterlily installation on a lake at Sheffield Park and Garden

Waterlily Festival 2021 

See Sheffield Park's picturesque lakes burst with life during June and July and, to make the most of this natural spectacle, the hugely successful Waterlily Festival returns this summer from Sat 12 June until Sun 18 July. Enjoy activities for all the family too each and every school holiday.

Boy playing hide and seek in the garden

May half term scavenger hunt

Explore the sights and sounds of nature this half-term on our spring scavenger hunt. From bountiful blossom to brilliant birdsong, there's plenty to discover as you scout for clues around Sheffield Park. Tick off some of your 50 Things activities and sample a BBQ lunch on your visit, following it up with some of our delicious locally made ice cream. From Sat 29 May till Sun 6 June.

Pheasant standing in bluebells at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Bluebells at Sheffield Park and Garden 

Discover the best places to enjoy the seasonal show of bluebells in the garden and on the parkland plus find details of our bluebell special events.

Flooded scrapes on the Parkland at Sheffield Park

The parkland at Sheffield Park and Garden 

Our parkland is over 250 acres of wide open spaces and dramatic skies. Full of wildlife and history, look out for butterflies, buzzards or skylarks and the historic remains of its past.

couple walking up hill in spring

Spring walks around Sheffield Park and Garden 

Brighter days and warm sunshine can encourage anyone to get outdoors and enjoy the new season. Take some inspiration on places to visit around the estate at Sheffield Park and bring a companion to share the day with you.

Dog peering through bridge at Sheffield Park East Sussex

Visiting Sheffield Park with your dog 

Whilst we are operating the pre-booking system, dogs are welcome in the garden at any time. Find all the details you need to know here plus information about our dog-friendly facilities.

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What's on 

Girl sitting in a car boot at Ashridge, Herts

Please book ahead before visiting 

Please book your visit to Sheffield Park and Garden in advance, if you do not book we cannot guarantee admission.
Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We release tickets every Friday for the week ahead.
Please check the website before travelling for the latest information and follow government guidance on travel.
The car park and parkland are open and do not need to be booked.

Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Sheffield Park and Garden (10 May - 16 May)

Thu 13 May 2021
10:00-16:00
Book your timed entry to visit Sheffield Park and Garden.
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Eating and shopping

Gardening gifts in the shop at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Shopping at Sheffield Park 

Our shop is home to an abundance of beautiful gifts, delicious treats, quality accessories, creative presents for the kids and more. Be sure to pop along to our plant sales area by reception which stocks a wealth of garden essentials, plants and trees.

Filter Coffee is poured into two takeaway cups in a National Trust cafe

Eating & Drinking at Sheffield Park 

The Coach House Café and The Shant are open daily for takeaways. A BBQ is available at weekends and an ice cream cart on busy days - please check availability on arrival.

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History

The view from the cricket pitch over the gardens at Sheffield Park to the house (not owned by NT)

The people and passions that have shaped Sheffield Park  

Sheffield Park has a rich and varied history. Meet some of the people and learn about the events that have been instrumental in shaping the estate that we see today. From Capability Brown to the Second World War.

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Our work

The Art in the Park Trail at Sheffield Park 2019

River Ouse Restoration Project at Sheffield Park 

Follow our project to restore the section of the River Ouse that runs through the Sheffield Park estate.

Waders at the ready for waterlily maintenance

Keeping our waterlilies in top condition 

Every year once the waterlilies finish blooming, the garden team and volunteers don their waders and head into the lake to do some vital maintenance work and reduce the edges of the clumps.

Bright colours reflect in the lake at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Dedicate a donation 

You can continue to support Sheffield Park by dedicating a donation to someone special and adding your precious memories to our interactive map. A perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary, your donation will help us continue to care for Sheffield Park and Garden

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Eating and shopping

Filter Coffee is poured into two takeaway cups in a National Trust cafe
Sheffield Park and Garden   East Sussex

Eating & Drinking at Sheffield Park

The Coach House Café and The Shant are open daily for takeaways. A BBQ is available at weekends and an ice cream cart on busy days - please check availability on arrival.

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Groups

Group talking at Sheffield Park

Plan your group visit 

Sheffield Park is the ideal destination for groups interested in horticulture, history or those simply seeking a walk with friends in a magnificent garden followed by a spot of lunch and a slice of cake.

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