Merriments Gardens
Hurst Green, Kent/Sussex border
Merriments is a four-acre garden on the Hawkhurst Road at Hurst Green, just over the Sussex border, with deep borders, wildflower meadows, ponds and quiet corners for watching birds. It is run without pesticides, welcomes dogs in both the garden and the conservatory café, and makes an easy, gentle outing at any time of year.
Highlights
- Four acres of seasonal borders, meadows and ponds along winding paths
- Spots set aside for birdwatching
- Conservatory café serving breakfasts, lunches, cakes and barista coffee
- Seasonal extras such as a children's pumpkin trail in October and a Christmas market in December
Good to know
- Dogs are welcome in the gardens and in the café
- Garden tickets can be bought online or on the day
- Afternoon tea can be booked, and the café hosts evening events and Sunday music sessions
- The site sits alongside a caravan and motorhome dealer, which shares the grounds
Getting there
Merriments Gardens, Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green, East Sussex, TN19 7RA
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