West Dean Gardens Restaurant

Visited on Friday last week, what a treat! Provided with a wheelchair by friendly staff on the cash desk, mostly accessible and plenty of places to duck out of the rain showers. The greenhouses in the walled garden were an absolute delight. We had soup in the cafe which was priced well and very tasty being homemade. Plenty of opportunity to picnic on site and extend a walk over the hills. Will definitely be back in the Spring

We went on a midweek late morning in June and found a parking space ok, The gardens were relatively quiet, and the marked 'orange' trail was very quiet with only a few other people to be seen. Amazing views and gardens, and well worth a visit. They have plant sales, shop and café with seats inside and out. We had another visit in October and were a bit disappointed to see the chalk stream dry, but great to see so many other things to see at this time of the year.

I came along with my friend who was having her baby bump maternity photo shoot, her family and our lovely and talented photographer-nurse friend. What did I bring to the table? Laughter, jokes, comments, bts (behind the scenes) videography and a whole lot of amazingness. 😉🙃😅🤪 There is an entrance fee you have to pay at the till to enter the garden estate. Well maintained. Lovely flowers and a very good location for photoshoots, weddings and afterparties. Sheeps were running freely (mind your steps 😬) We dined in their restaurant. It wasnt that overpriced and it tasted good. They sold some goodies and souvenirs as well as produce they have harvested from the gardens.

A very picturesque garden with a variety of areas. Takes about 2 hours to walk around the main gardens, add an hour if you want to do the countryside loop. Most of the planting is pollinator friendly so loads of bees and butterflies. A lovely pergola and several little summer houses for a sit down in the shade.

Such a stunning garden, I felt like I had walked into a painting, with tumbling hills dotted with sheep on the left as you go in. The garden was full of different types of bee and butterflies, such great planting , it’s well worth a visit. The cafe was lovely too, the homemade gooseberry crumble was delicious ( gooseberries from their garden) Also it’s dog friendly ❤️ can’t wait to go back!

What a beautiful place. Ideal for just wandering around the beautifully kept gardens. For the more adventurous you can do the circular walk up & over the hill. The views from the top of the hill are amazing, plus many beautiful varieties of rhododendrons in colourful splendor. We visited The Gardener's Tea room, the cream tea was delicious 😋.

Although we have visited West Dean Gardens many times for the first time we went round the back of the house and following the path came across an oasis of beautiful areas. Simply stunning. Every season is different so I advise several trips throughout the year. Plants are also available to buy. Consider taking a picnic as the tea rooms can be very busy in the summer months and quite expensive. Great day out for all 💕