Discover more at Sheffield Park and Garden
Find out when Sheffield Park and Garden is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Sheffield Park and Garden
SussexAcres of Grade I listed landscaped garden and lakes, surrounded by historic parkland and woodland
Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QX
Important notice
Please do not enter the water in Ten Foot Pond (First Lake). Due to the hot weather and lack of rain we have detected blue-green algae which can be harmful to humans and animals. The waterfall will not be running to prevent cross-contamination.
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Opening times for 21 July 2026
Asset Opening time Garden 10:00 - 17:00 Parkland Dawn - Dusk Sheffield Wood 10:00 - 17:00 Coach House Café 10:00 - 17:00 Shop & Plant Sales Area 10:00 - 17:00 Secondhand Bookshop 10:00 - 17:00 Landscape garden (from 1 March 2026)
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £20.90 £19.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £10.50 £9.50 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £52.30 £47.50 1 adult, 2 children £31.40 £28.50 Group (Adult 18+) £18.05 Group (Child 5-17) £9.03 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Bookshop
The second hand bookshop is located in the Coach House café and is open during the same hours. All the money raised goes directly to help us care for Sheffield Park and Garden. Book donations are also gratefully accepted.
- Café
The Coach House café serves cakes, bakes, sandwiches, soup and hot meals, with indoor and outdoor seating available.
- Car park
Free parking. If you are bringing a coach, please call in advance on 01825 790231. We have limited space for campervans. Please head to the main carpark. Motorcycle parking is situated opposite reception under the pines.
- Cycle parking
Facilities to lock up your bike can be found under the pines near the motorcycle parking. Additional bike parking is available outside the Coach House Café, opposite the willow horses.
- Dogs allowed
Dogs are permitted on a short, fixed lead in the gardens except on Saturday mornings before 1pm. Dogs are allowed on a lead on the parkland at all times and in East Park off-lead. Dogs are also welcome in the Garden Room of the café. Assistance dogs are welcome across the whole site at all times.
- Family friendly
- Guided tour
Delve deeper into Sheffield Park’s history and horticulture on a free Garden Tour. Join one of our volunteer guides as they bring the gardens to life. Times and days are subject to volunteer availability so please do check before travelling.
- Kiosk
If you're wandering in the garden, why not visit The Shant for a warming drink and a selection of snacks. Opening hours may vary, please check with the reception team on arrival.
- Picnic area
- Plant shop
- Shop
- Toilet
Blue Badge parking. Accessible toilets. Loose gravel paths. Accessible pathways suitable for wheelchairs and site mobility scooter (bookable by phone). Dogs welcome on short leads (except Saturday mornings). Assistance dogs are welcome across the whole site at all times.
- Accessible toilet
Accessible toilets adjacent to reception and in the café.
- Braille (guide or menu)
Braille guide available.
- Designated parking
Mobility parking in main car park, 50 yards from reception.
- Induction loop
- Large print (guide or menu)
- Level access to food outlet
Please see our full access statement for details.
- Level access to shop
- Level access/terrain
A large part of the garden is accessible, there are some slopes and paths made of a non-gravel surface. The parkland and cricket pitch are rough terrain without level access.
- Powered mobility vehicle available
Call 01825 790231 to reserve a mobility vehicle. We recommend you book well in advance to avoid disappointment, especially at busy times such as autumn.
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Wheelchairs available
Please ask at reception on arrival.
- By road
- We are located midway between East Grinstead and Lewes, 5 miles north-west of Uckfield, on the east side of A275 (between A272 and A22). If approaching north-bound from Lewes, we are just past the Bluebell Railway, over the River Ouse bridge on the right. Coming south-bound from the A22 Wych Cross, follow the brown signs for Sheffield Park and the Bluebell Railway.Parking: Parking is free and we have accessible parking. We may become full during the peak seasons in May and October and occasionally we have to close the car park. We ask that you avoid parking on the A275 as it dangerous for all road users. We have speed bumps on our driveway which may not be suitable for low clearance vehicles. Large vehicles - including minibuses, motorhomes and coaches - please ring ahead to book on 01825790231.Sat Nav: Use 'Sheffield Park - main car park' if using Google Maps. What3words - ///charmingly.assembles.crumble Alternatively. Follow the brown signs for Sheffield Park and the Bluebell Railway.
- On foot
- We are accessible on foot from the Bluebell Railway though please note that the footpath is rough terrain and may be muddy depending on the weather. It is clearly signed up from the A275 to the garden through the parkland and is a 10-15 minute walk. We are also adjacent to the Ouse Valley Way public footpath which runs along much of the River Ouse from Nymans Garden to Lewes.
- By train
- Mainline (Southern) trains operate between London Bridge and Uckfield Station. 4 min walk (0.2 miles) from station to Uckfield Bus Station from where services to Sheffield Park operate (not daily).
- By bus
- Flexibus helps connect you with your local area and the wider transport network with an on-demand ride-share service which can take you where you need to go within a 9 mile radius of your pickup point. Sunday travel:
- Cycling
- We are south of National Route 21 coming from London/East Grinstead and east of National Route 20 running from London to Brighton.
- Steam train
- The Bluebell Railway operates steam services between East Grinstead station and Sheffield Park station which is a 15 minute walk across parkland to the garden.
Planning your visit
Events at Sheffield Park and Garden
Find out all about the upcoming special events at Sheffield Park and Garden. We have a fantastic range of events running all year round, whether you're looking for an interactive trail for children, a walk and talk with our Gardeners and Rangers, stargazing, craft clubs and photography workshops, there is something for everyone.
Big Camp Out
Fri 7 Aug - Join our Big Camp Out and stay overnight at Sheffield Park and Garden! Activities include; bat walks, bushcraft and den making, wellbeing sessions, live music and star gazing. Pitches from £70.
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Visiting Sheffield Park with your dog
Sheffield Park is a two pawprint rated place. We love dogs at Sheffield Park, find out more about where and when you can walk on and off the lead and our dog-friendly facilities.
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Group visits to Sheffield Park and Garden
Come for the group’s interest in horticulture, history, or the simple pleasure of exploring a garden with friends, all followed with lunch or tea and cake. We also offer joint group bookings with the Bluebell Railway, which is just over the road, for a fantastic full day out.
Gardeners Blog
Here you will find the latest updates and musings from the garden team at Sheffield Park and Garden.
Sheffield Park and Garden map
Take a look at the map of Sheffield Park and Garden to help plan your visit.
Highlights
Garden
A horticultural work of art, formed through centuries of landscape design, with influences of ‘Capability’ Brown and Humphry Repton.
Bridges, lakes and cascades
Iconic bridges and the Pullham Falls cascade link five mirror-like lakes creating dramatic reflections of shape, texture and colour.
Parkland
More than 300 acres of Sussex countryside of natural and historic importance, in the wider Sheffield Park estate.
Eating
Coach House café: cakes, sandwiches, hot lunches and ice cream. Indoor and outdoor seating. The Shant: takeaway refreshments by the lake.
Shopping
Shop by Visitor Reception filled with gifts, accessories and local produce, specialist plant sales area. Second-hand bookshop adjacent to café.
Sheffield Wood
Secluded woodland walk steeped in history, with natural art sculptures and an abundance of wildlife.
River Ouse floodplain
Recently restored riverside wildlife haven, home to a diverse range of species including kingfishers, birds of prey, butterflies and dragonflies.
Things to see and do
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The garden at Sheffield Park and Garden
Explore a horticultural work of art at Sheffield Park in East Sussex, formed through centuries of landscape design, famed for its autumn colour but beautiful in every season.
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The parkland at Sheffield Park and Garden
Explore over 250 acres of wide-open spaces and dramatic skies at Sheffield Park and Garden. Look out for butterflies, buzzards or skylarks and the historic remains of its past.
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Family-friendly things to do at Sheffield Park
Whether you are visiting with friends or family, there are plenty of new things to discover and fun ways to get active in nature at Sheffield Park and Garden.
Gardener blog
Here you will find the latest updates and musings from the garden team.
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Visiting Sheffield Park with your dog
Sheffield Park is a two pawprint rated place. We love dogs at Sheffield Park, find out more about where and when you can walk on and off the lead and our dog-friendly facilities.
Spotlight events
Summer of Play: Myths and Legends
Sat 18 July - Sun 6 Sept: Explore our enchanting garden as it transforms into a magical mythological realm throughout the summer months. Discover five mythical play zones around the garden, and spot fairies and dragons, unicorns and mermaids hiding amongst the trees and flowers and down by the lakes, in our beautiful garden. Each play zone has games and activities for all the family as you enjoy time out in nature this summer.
Big Camp Out
Fri 7 Aug - Join our Big Camp Out and stay overnight at Sheffield Park and Garden! Activities include; bat walks, bushcraft and den making, wellbeing sessions, live music and star gazing. Pitches from £70.
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Get a ducks-eye-view of Sheffield Park this summer when you take to the water on a paddleboard! Moxie Unleashed are offering fun-filled SUP sessions for complete beginners through to experienced paddlers. Sessions are running from July 2026.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Sheffield Park and Garden
Browse in the shop and Plant Shop, or stop by one of the indoor and takeaway eateries for a well-deserved rest, when you visit Sheffield Park and Garden.
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Sheffield Park and Garden estate map
Key spots and points of interest at Sheffield Park, including walking trails and where you can take dogs.
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Top trails
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Estate walk at Sheffield Park
Explore the wider Sheffield Park estate and discover the historic and natural importance of this piece of Sussex countryside.
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Places to stay
Welbeck Cottage
Nestled on the vast Sheffield Park estate in the glorious Sussex countryside, this gardener’s cottage puts you at the heart of the historic parkland.
The Morris Apartment
A one-bedroom apartment in trademark Arts and Crafts style, on the second floor of Standen House.
Woodlands Cottage
This gamekeeper’s cottage is surrounded by woodland on the Nymans estate.
Upcoming events
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Stand Up Paddleboarding
Get a ducks-eye-view of Sheffield Park this summer when you take to the water on a paddleboard! Moxie Unleashed are offering fun-filled SUP sessions for complete beginners through to experienced paddlers.
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Summer of Play: Myths and Legends
Explore our enchanting garden as it transforms into a magical mythological realm throughout the summer months.
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Lakes and Lilies Festival
Our picturesque lakes burst with colour during the summer. From the jewel-like waterlilies to swathes of wildflowers or the explosions of colour from the rhododendrons. There is something for everybody!
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Festival of Archaeology Walk & Talk: Sheffield Park’s Cricketing History
As part of the Festival of Archaeology at Sheffield Park and Garden, join archaeologist Nathalie Cohen on a one-off walk and talk on Sheffield Park's cricketing history.
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Thursday Lates Summer Evenings
Enjoy the gardens painted in golden evening hues with late summer evenings on select Thursdays! Experience the garden in a light new, relax with a picnic and enjoy live music on the main lawn.
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Watercolour Workshops in the Garden
Spend a peaceful and creative day immersed in nature at our Beginner’s Watercolour Workshop.
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Group Fitness Sessions with Moxie Unleashed
Invigorate your day in a beautiful National Trust setting with energising outdoor group fitness sessions designed to help you feel stronger, fitter and more motivated.
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Kwik Cricket on Wednesdays in the Summer Holidays
Practise your skills this summer with our Kwik Cricket sessions on Sheffield Park and Garden's famous and historic cricket pitch every Wednesday during the holidays.
About Sheffield Park and Garden
The Grade I listed garden is a horticultural work of art formed through centuries of landscape design, with influences of 'Capability' Brown and Humphry Repton. Four lakes form the heart of the garden, with paths circulating through the glades and wooded areas surrounding them. Each owner has left their impression, which can still be seen today in the layout of the lakes, the construction of Pulham Falls, the planting of Palm Walk and the many different tree and shrub species from around the world.
Our historic parkland forms a larger footprint for the Sheffield Park estate. Dating back several centuries, it has had many uses including a deer park and WWII camp, and is now grazed with livestock and home to our natural woodland play trail in Ringwood Toll. The River Ouse runs across the bottom of the parkland and the original meanders are still visible winding across the meadow. This area has been transformed into a wildlife haven and is home to a diverse range of species including kingfishers, birds of prey, butterflies, and dragonflies.
History
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The history of Sheffield Park and Garden
Discover more about the makings of Sheffield Park and Garden in East Sussex, from Capability Brown’s foundations to Arthur Soames’s horticultural legacy.
Our work
A garden for the future
We are working with two-time RHS Chelsea Flower Show medal winner Joe Perkins to create an exciting new garden within a garden. Work begins towards the end of January 2024. The new space will transform a peripheral corner, once used for experimental beds and propagation, into a remarkable planted oasis.
River Ouse Restoration Project at Sheffield Park and Garden
Find out how the National Lottery Heritage Fund has helped transform the River Ouse at Sheffield Park as part of a major river restoration project.
Support us
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Volunteer opportunities at Sheffield Park and Garden
Volunteers are a vital part of our team. See how you could get involved with the work we do here, and join us.
