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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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- 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
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.
Summer of Play: Myths and Legends
Explore our enchanting garden as it transforms into a magical mythological realm throughout the summer months.
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!
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.