Wednesday 25 May 2011

Half term is nearly here - time for some fun for everyone


Half term is just around corner - why not let the kids have some fun in our adventure playground and the mums enjoy the rose garden? This year we have a new Gold Standard Rose and Herbaceous Border designed by Dr. Tony Lord - acclaimed rosarian and gifted plantsman. Come and have a look!

Wednesday 18 May 2011

British Eventing Horse Trials are coming soon - Sunday 29th and Monday 30th May

Two days of affiliated Horse Trials run in conjunction with British Eventing. The three phases: Dressage; Show Jumping and Cross-Country will take place in the Park with top international riders expected to compete. 
The competition starts with BE90 Level on Sunday. BE100 runs on both days, culminating in the Novice BE Level, with jumps at 1.10 metre, on Bank Holiday Monday. We think it will be a great day’s entertainment. Come and enjoy it.
Further events will take place during July and August. Click here for details.

Saturday 14 May 2011

Chinese Tulip Tree in bloom

Our Chinese tulip tree which is 70 feet tall and 108 years old is flowering! This is unusual and a must see.

Tuesday 10 May 2011

Rose Masterclass with Michael Marriott 8 June 2011


We are really excited about our forthcoming Rose Masterclass with world-renowned rose expert Michael Marriott on 8 June. He is David Austin’s technical manager and Rosarian. 
Start the day with coffee in the Mansion House at Borde Hill. This will be followed by the rose presentation and then lunch in our historic Grade II* Tudor Mansion.
After lunch head gardener, Andy Stevens, will give a guided tour of the Jay Robin’s Rose Garden and highlight some of the most popular roses as well as showing other important ‘garden rooms’.
RHS Recommended Event: RHS members £46, non members £56
To book call 0845 6121253. For further details click here.

Wednesday 4 May 2011

Amazing Azaleas

Our azaleas are in full bloom - come and see for yourselves!