Big One Hundred - Ashdown Forest Family Festival
A magical new story for Ashdown Forest awaits...
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Sheffield Park and Garden is proud to be part of The Big One Hundred, bringing the magic of Ashdown Forest for a day of workshops, activities and performances celebrating nature, reading and imagination.
Production company, Trigger, presents The Big One Hundred, a brand-new programme of performances, workshops and activities, commissioned by Ashdown Forest and Wealden District Council.
Your mission: take part, uncover the secrets of Ashdown’s remarkable wildlife, collect your Explorer Badges, and earn your place as an official Ashdown Explorer!
This summer, our curious creature will journey beyond the forest, appearing at historic sites, castles, green spaces and town centres across Wealden, bringing a touch of Ashdown magic to every corner through a series of Explorer Days and special sightings.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Booking number
Call 01825790231
- Accessibility
The garden is on hard standing surfaces but the Main Lawn is grassy and can be muddy. Please contact us if you have any accesibility concerns.
- Meeting point
The programme of workshops, activities and performances will take place on the Main Lawn.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for all ages.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Upcoming events
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!
Sound Baths in the Garden
Our summer sound baths, led by Sound Therapist Brighitta, are offered as a pause to truly rest, receive, and connect with yourself.
Summer Photography Workshop: Focussing on Composition
Capture the spectacular waterlily display, and utilise the summer colours to improve your photo composition skills.
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.