Top Things to do in Horsham District
5 Gardens in Horsham District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Horsham District, United Kingdom including St. Mary's House & Gardens, Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens, Parham House & Gardens, Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Loder Plants.
Restaurants in Horsham District
1. St. Mary's House & Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 101 reviews
A restored pilgrim Inn dating from 1470, this half-timbered house has a wealth of interest and some unique painted and decorated rooms dating from Tudor times. It sits in 5 acres of gardens and has been lovingly restored by the present owners. Open May-Sept, Sundays, Thursdays, Bank Holiday Mondays, plus Wednesdays in August
Reviewed By Nelliekay - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
Went here after a recommendation from a friend and very please I did. Friendly greeting. Covid measures in place, paths clearly sign posted. But plenty of room so more or less free to wander where we wanted. All visitors respectful of social distancing. Chairs dotted around the gardens, so tranquil to sit listening to the trees rustling etc, Staff were friendly and informative. Warm enough to sit in the gardens with tea and delicious cakes. Was told June is the best month to visit so shall be back next year when hopefully Covid free!
2. Huxley's Birds of Prey Centre and Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By emmawA6537DV - Horsham, United Kingdom
I cannot praise Huxlelys enough! Lived in Horsham over 25 years and had never been?! We got there in time for the first meet an owl session, had a wander round to see the birds, went for lunch in the garden centre, then back for the second meet an owl and the flying display. The team are wonderful, welcoming and very humorous! We so lucky to be able to take part in the display and fly some of the birds. For a relatively inexpensive day out compared to many days out for 7 of us it was an experience we won’t forget!
3. Parham House & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
One of the top twenty in Simon Jenkins's book 'England's Thousand Best Houses'. Idyllically set in the heart of an ancient deer park, below the South Downs, the Elizabethan house contains an important collection of needlework, paintings and furniture. The spectacular Long Gallery is the third longest in England. The gardens include a four-acre Walled Garden with stunning herbaceous borders, plus Pleasure Grounds. Parham has always been a well-loved family home, and only three families have lived here since its foundation stone was laid in 1577. Its tranquillity and timeless beauty have changed little over the years. Now owned by a charitable trust, the house is lived in by Lady Emma Barnard, her husband James and their family. Open from Easter Sunday until the end of October. Please see the website for days and times.
Reviewed By therealdeadbird - London, United Kingdom
Parham is essentially an old house with a welcoming heart to visitors in surroundings that include a practical walled garden and best of all endless trees in a deer park . The restaurant is not run at the pace of a Burger King or Macdonalds nor does the shop contain everything in Amazon Houses of Elizabethan era are few and far between ,a bit like Chastleton in North Oxford but more refined Parham is unique ,unfussy
4. Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 400 reviews
In 2019, Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens opened its doors after a closure of 10 years, this magnificent Grade 1 listed garden was nearly lost forever and has been the subject of the largest garden restoration in England and possibly Europe. These spectacular and ancient gardens are now open for the public to enjoy once again. Many people in the local area have fond memories of their visits and life around these gardens, and we aim to protect this magnificent heritage so that future generations get to enjoy these beautiful green spaces and flora and fauna within.
Reviewed By jmteeth - London, United Kingdom
The most beautiful setting with unbelievable autumn colours Quiet and peaceful no crowds and no coach parties This gardens needs to be seen to be believed Graham gave us a free Tuk tuk ride round the grounds and we hopped off near the deer park Every turn was more magnificent than the last I am sure every season at Leonardslee is spectacular but in my eyes autumn can’t be beaten.
5. Loder Plants
We are 3 specialist growers in one, all British grown, unusual and difficult to find cultivars of Azaleas and Rhododendron, Camellias and Hydrangea. As a result we have amassed a eye-catching collection of plants rarely seen elsewhere. Our friendly staff offer an old fashioned atmosphere with a personal and professional service.
