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Free Entry to Merriments Gardens

Merriments Gardens, Hawkhurst Road, just before Merriments Lane, Hurst Green, East Sussex, TN19 7RA
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Tel01580 860666

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Formal garden with vibrant pink flowers, water channels and sculpted greenery beneath a bright summer sky.

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Garden and nature lovers can visit Merriments Gardens in East Sussex on 28 June 2026 from 9.30am and enjoy complimentary admission to the gardens all day until 4.30pm.

Signposted from the A21 just before the village of Hurst Green with plenty of free parking. Dogs welcome on leads.

Guided Tours and Garden Highlights
Throughout the day, guided tours will be led by Head Gardener Dan, showcasing the latest improvements to the gardens. Visitors will have the chance to see the newly installed bee hives and enjoy an abundance of colourful, scented roses, vibrant poppies, and fragrant herbs within the medicinal garden.

Visitors can purchase delicious food from the BBQ and refreshments in the conservatory cafe including coffee, cakes, and a selection of paninis. The event will also mark the launch of Merriments Gin, crafted using botanicals sourced from the gardens.

Families are welcome to participate in the Kids Hunt 'find the word' for a chance to win a prize. There will also be a free prize draw to win tea and cake in the café, a Sunday roast for two, and an annual garden ticket.

Season tickets can be purchased from the café, offering free entry to the gardens throughout the year. Prices are £35 for a single ticket and £55 for a joint ticket. On the open day there will be £5 off all season tickets purchased on the day.

The paths are accessible and wheelchair friendly, ensuring the gardens can be enjoyed by all.

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Opening Times

Season (28 June 2026)
DayTimes
Sunday09:30 - 16:30

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