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Sheffield Park and Garden is an informal landscape garden five miles east of Haywards Heath, in East Sussex, England. It was originally laid out in the 18th century by Capability Brown , and further developed as a woodland garden in the early 20th century by its then owner, Arthur Gilstrap Soames.
Discover more about the makings of Sheffield Park and Garden, from Capability Brown’s foundations to Arthur Soames’s horticultural legacy.
Jun 26, 2023 · Our famed autumn colour attracts thousands of visitors at this time of year. Pre-booking is not required for visits to Sheffield Park and Garden.
Overview. In 1776 Lancelot 'Capability' Brown created two of the famous lakes at Sheffield Park, Haywards Heath, West Sussex for John Baker Holroyd. Sheffield Park covers around 250 acres of wooded landscape. The ornamental gardens lie in a valley of the River Ouse.
- Lakes
- Trees and Shrubs
- Pulham Falls
- Garden Tours
Water has always been a key element of the landscape at Sheffield Park and the lakes have become an iconic feature, which is much photographed and enjoyed by everyone who visits. Their hand-dug, clay-lined construction creates dramatic reflections of the carefully planned planting that surrounds them.
The vast collection of trees and large shrubs are planted to create vistas that enhance the feeling of scale and grandeur of the property. The garden has received a Grade I listing and holds the National Collection of Ghent Azaleas.
The Pulham Falls, which connect Ten Foot Pond and Middle Lake, were commissioned by the 3rd Earl of Sheffield and installed between 1882 and 1885 by Pulham and Son. We turn the falls on between 12pm and 1pm every Tuesday and Friday – a spectacular sight to take in during your visit.
Delve deeper into Sheffield Park’s horticulture, history and conservation work on a free Garden Tour. Our Gardeners and Rangers lead a series of walks throughout the year to showcase our seasonal beauty and work. Please visit the events page to find out more. Gardener and Ranger walks are free but normal garden admission applies. Available on a fir...
Nov 18, 2023 · He gifted the park bearing his name to Sheffield, and the trust that carries on his philanthropic work seems keen to use Graves Park as a learning ground for how city parks can take on a new role in a world facing regular extreme weather events and biodiversity loss.
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Sheffield Park and Garden has something for everyone from our magnificent landscape gardens and lakes to the rolling parkland and woodland play trail. Duration: More than 3 hours.
