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Wakehurst Gardens - Day Admission

Wakehurst, Ardingly, West Sussex.

Wakehurst Gardens - Day Admission

All children must be accompanied by an adult for Nature Heroes.

The activities go through both dog friendly and dog free zones. Please do not bring your dog to this event.

Suitable for ages 3+

 

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General Admission
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
ADULT ENTRY £16.50 (£16.50)
Car parking is included with your admission ticket.
LATE ENTRY (FROM 3:30PM) £8.25 (£8.25)
Car parking is included with your admission ticket.
YOUNG PERSON (17-25 YEARS) £8.25 (£8.25)
You will need to show proof of age with this ticket. Car parking is included with your admission ticket.
CHILD (0-16 YEARS) £0.00 (£0.00)
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
ESSENTIAL COMPANION £0.00 (£0.00)
We offer all disabled customers an additional free ticket for an essential companion or carer, with the understanding that they assist the visitor throughout the Wakehurst Gardens visit. To qualify, purchase an Adult, Child (4-15), or Family ticket. Please note: For a child's carer or essential companion, the child must have a disability or long-term illness. Parental care differs from the legal definition of a carer. Documentation, like the Essential Companion ticket or Entitlement to Disability Living Allowance may be required upon arrival.
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Essential companion (or carer) tickets may not be used in conjunction with any free event ticket, such as an Children under 4 ticket. Essential companions must arrive and leave the event with the qualifying visitor and must be able to perform all requirements as needed, including assistance during an evacuation or other emergency. People attending on an essential companion ticket must be attending with a qualifying visitor who has a valid event ticket already purchased and should be over the age of 18 unless otherwise agreed with the ticketing team. Children under 4 (who qualify for a free ticket) do not also qualify for a free essential companion, as they would always be required to be under the supervision of a responsible adult. Please note: For a child's carer or essential companion, the child must have a disability or long-term illness. Parental care differs from the legal definition of a carer. Source. When you arrive you may be asked to produce documentation to validate your essential companion ticket. Accepted documentation includes: your essential companion ticket. Accepted documentation includes: - Entitlement to Disability Living Allowance for children under 16 Disability Living Allowance for children under 16 - Personal Independent payments for those aged 16-64. Show Less
CONCESSION £1.00 (£1.00)
Available to visitors receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit or UK legacy benefits. More information. Proof of benefits is required at point of entry. Visitors ay also purchase up to 4 additional tickets for children 4-15 years.
REGISTERED BLIND £0.00 (£0.00)
Free admission for those who are registered blind. Please select a carer if necessary
CAR FREE TRAVEL £8.25 (£8.25)
For anyone travelling by public transport, bicycle, or on foot You will need to show proof of travel with this ticket.
COMMUNITY ACCESS SCHEME £0.00 (£0.00)
You will need to present your CAS membership number on arrival with this ticket.

National Trust members

You must provide proof of membership with your ticket to enter the gardens.
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
NATIONAL TRUST MEMBER ENTRY £0.00 (£0.00)
You must show each individual membership card to gain entry to Wakehurst. Car Parking charges apply to our National Trust members as follows: Up to 45 minutes free Up to two a half hours £7.00 All day £12.00 These charges are a contribution to the vital work of RBG Kew. If you have Wakehurst membership, please book as a Wakehurst member so you do not pay for car parking. Your National Trust membership card will not scan at the barrier. Have you thought about becoming a Wakehurst member? Please speak to a member of staff onsite for more information.

Corporate Members

You must provide proof of membership or employment with your ticket to enter the gardens.
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
CORPORATE MEMBER £0.00 (£0.00)
Tickets will only be valid when proof of employment is shown at the gates. Car parking is included with your admission ticket.
CORPORATE MEMBER GUEST £8.25 (£8.25)
Tickets will only be valid when accompanied by a Corporate member

Gift Voucher and Gift Tickets
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
WAKEHURST VOUCHER £0.00 (£0.00)
You must present your voucher with your ticket.
VIRGIN EXPERIENCE DAY VOUCHER £0.00 (£0.00)
You must print your voucher and hand it in on the day, alongside your Day ticket.
KEW GARDENS VOUCHER £0.00 (£0.00)
Tickets will only be valid when eligible voucher is shown upon entry.

Explorer rucksack hire

Pull on one of our Explorer Rucksacks and prepare for an intrepid journey through Wakehurst. Jam-packed with creative activities and resources to help children make the most of their time in the gardens.

Please note £4.50 charge is for hiring only during your visit.

This does not include your entry to the gardens. Please make sure you have a valid ticket.
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
'NATURE EXPLORER' RUCKSACK (UNDER 6 YRS) £4.50 (£4.50)
YELLOW - Hands on exploring the gardens by collecting and searching for natural things
'DISCOVERY EXPLORER' RUCKSACK (6-8 YRS) £4.50 (£4.50)
RED - Be a wildlife detective, and discover the world of minibeasts through investigation and art
'EXPEDITION EXPLORER' RUCKSACK (8+ YRS) £4.50 (£4.50)
BLUE - Go on an expedition with binoculars, learn to use a compass, be an investigator, bird spotter and artist all in one!

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