Nymans
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Set in the High Weald with splendid views, the Nymans estate was created by the Messel family and their gardeners. The garden is a series of experimental designs with spectacular planting and all-year-round beauty, created in the changing fashion of early 20th century gardening. Both a horticulturalist's dream and a peaceful country garden, it's easy to lose yourself in its intimate and surprising corners. The house, transformed into a gothic mansion in the twenties, burnt down shortly after, leaving romantic ruins. The remaining rooms are unexpectedly charming, filled with flowers from the garden reflecting the taste of Anne Messel, Countess of Rosse. Oliver Messel's television draped in stage curtains is one of the more curious objects inside. Ancient woods beyond the garden dip into the valley, providing wonderful walks among avenues, wild flowers, lake and cascades.
Licensed Pavilion Restaurant and extensive shop & plant sales area open same days as garden, restaurant close at dusk if earlier than times stated below. Shop, garden and restaurant close at dusk if earlier than times stated above
To find out about the exciting events taking place throughout the year at Nymans please visit our website.
Opening Times
| 2012 - Opening (01/03/2012 - 31/10/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| 2012 - Opening (01/11/2012 - 24/12/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
| 2013 - Opening (02/01/2013 - 28/02/2013) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £9.50 |
| Child | £4.75 |
| Family | £19.25 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Awards
- Visit Britain Awards -
Code of Practice 2012
Road Directions
Signposted from the M23 & A23. Located on the B2114 at Handcross 4.5 miles south of Crawley. Just off the M23 / A23
By Train: Balcombe 4 miles, Crawley 5 miles.By Bus: services from Brighton to Crawley and Haywards Heath to Crawley. All stop outside Nymans.
