Saddlescombe Farm Open Day
Discover the Nature, Beauty and History of the South Downs at Saddlescombe Farm. Enjoy farm tours, traditional crafts, liver performances, archaeology, children’s games, craft market and much more.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Saddlescombe is a working farm on the South Downs and is only open to the public on special days.
Enjoy guided tours of this ancient downland farm and discover the rich history of farming here. Take a tour of the Tudor wing of the Manor House and discover the Victorian walled garden.
Meet the flint knapper, take a ride on the pony and trap, have a go at traditional crafts, enjoy live performances and shop at the craft market with local makers from Brighton Etsy.
Bring a picnic or enjoy delicious food and drink from the Wildflower Café
Entry is free, but parking is a suggested donation of £3. Free parking for National Trust members.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Please follow the signs on Saddlescombe Road on the day directing you where to park.
- What to bring and wear
Some of the ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.
- Accessibility
This is a countryside site so there are slopes, uneven ground, and steps into the building Accessible toilet on site
- Other
Dogs on leads welcome
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