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G&A 2010

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Village Trail 

leaf Free blue village trail guides are now widely available in Henfield and the surrounding area. Just scroll down this page for the 'online' version.
If you're not sure where Henfield is, let Multimap help you! 

Please walk or cycle round the trail as parking in the village is limited, or ........
Catch the free Henfield Community Minibus. In 2010 it will again drive a circular route around the village, approximately every 30mins between 11-5pm. Either hail the bus to be picked up, use one of the dedicated stops on the map below, or use the 'Dial-a-ride' service by pre-booking on:
07891 044886 (Mon-Fri 10-1pm) to be collected/taken home. There is full Wheelchair access. Please note that the stops shown are to show the general route - the driver will show regard to safety and traffic issues when deciding where to stop.

There are many footpaths ('twittens') linking the roads along the route, shown by the dotted lines on the trail map. These will save you a lot of walking.
Also, please refrain from bringing dogs (apart from guide dogs) into the gardens.

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1 leaf Maidment Court, Wantley Hill
 

See the ‘Gardens in miniature’ by the Dolls House project group, with pretty patio garden.  Disabled W.C.

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2 leaf59 Northcroft 

 Mature end of terrace garden with pond and various seating areas. Books, plants and nibbles for sale. Photographic display of scenes around Henfield as well as birds and insects seen in the garden during the year.

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3 leafSt. Peter’s School, Fabians Way

Exhibition of children’s artwork and a chance to view the school, outdoor classroom and environmental area. Ice cream & Pimms on sale. Music sessions bypupils.                                                                                                                                                       Saturday only

 
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4 leaf Temata, Staples Barn

Canvas art by various artists, sculptures and jewellery, all for sale. Tables and chairs to relax in whilst taking advantage of snacks andrefreshments. W.C.

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5 leaf Staples Barn House, Staples Barn

A garden with lots of space and different areas including rose and jungle gardens.  Kids look out for a pirate house, a willow tunnel, the handle tree, some drunken columns and Mr Head.  Disabled access.                                                                              Sunday only                                                            
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6 1 Steam Mill Cottages, Lower Station Rd

A small secluded garden, with an informal but strong design. Effective mix of trees, shrubs and perennials. Large pond with running water and colourful fish.  Restful and attractive. Restricted access.

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7  Three Oaks, Lower Station Rd

 

A garden with a mix of shrubs and herbaceous plants with some newly created borders. Artwork on display, and mobile forge demonstration on front lawn.

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8 19 Lower Faircox

 

Relaxed garden with mixed borders, lawn and places to sit and enjoy the plants. Raised vegetable beds, small greenhouse and a variety of pots with flowers and vegetables. Textile art made by owner and friends on display  in the garden and for sale.

STRICTLY NO DOGS                                                                                                                                 Saturday only

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9 1 & 2 Faircox Cottages, Faircox Lane

 

Shared front garden with perennials, shrubs and trees. No.1 has a rear garden of small, circular lawns, climbers & shrubs, enhanced by a patio, pond and arbour. No. 2 has a cottage garden with perennials, vegetable plot, patio and artist at work.

NO PARKING OR DOGS

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10 Greensleeves, Lower Station Rd

 

Traditional English garden with flowers, fruit & vegetables. Refreshments and cake available. Books and Bric-a-Brac stall. Dogs on leads only. WC.
Restricted access for disabled.                                                                                                           
Saturday only

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11 6 & 7 Batts Drive

 

Two solutions to gardening on a sandy slope. 6 is new 'work in progress' with an unusual layout, whilst 7 is an interesting rock garden with a variety of plants from alpines to azaleas, 2 small ponds, waterfall, steep steps. Partial wheelchair access.

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12 3 Old Dairy Cottages, High St

 

Exhibition of  vibrant,  original watercolour paintings, prints & gift cards. Vintage & upcycled fabrics made into cushions & bags too! Plenty to see in this beautiful High Street cottage.

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13 Hacketts Cottage, Church Lane

 

Garden with Church views and landscaped rear garden with maturing borders. Relax with a ploughmans or quiche & salad.  Exhibition by local artists. Music by St Peter’s Church Handbell Group. Partial wheelchair access.

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14  St Peters Church

 

This ancient church of St Peter with its recently updated interior, reflects the continuation of hundreds of years of Christian worship. It also boasts some very fine Keays stained glass windows and a beautifully crafted reredos in the Parham Chapel.

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15 Musk Cottage, Church Lane

 

Stroll through a garden of contrasting spaces, from an enclosed side area into a cottage garden with pond, through to an open grassed area to find willowweaving and teas.

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16 Rosemount Cottage, Windmill Lane

 

Front and back cottage gardens with separate entrances. Garden redesigned and landscaped in 2007/8. An ongoing planting project!

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17 Church Cottage, Church St

 

Contemporary painting and prints for sale, as well as photographs of Henfield wildlife by professional naturalist and  photographer.

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18 leaf 4 Myrtle Terrace, Weavers Lane


Small patio garden with tubs and baskets. Woodturned items on display and for sale. Kids
competition to win an £8 voucher for Stokes Newsagents, just count the owls. Entrance at rear in Nep Close.

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19 leaf16 Mount Pleasant, King James Lane

 

This pretty cottage garden enjoys stunning views towards Chanctonbury Ring. On sale will be  bags, spectacle cases and other items, all hand-made by the owner from a selection of beautiful fabrics.

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20 leafKnutsford, Blackgate Lane

Planned Japanese garden of contemplation. A work in progress with Chelsea Garden style scale model. Next year - the real thing?

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21 leafRed Oaks, The Hooks

Children’s play area. Hot and cold food and drinks. Artists displaying. Music both days. Spinners and weavers, Tottington Woodlanders (Sat). Disabled Access & W.C.

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22 leafThe Priests House, Tanyard

 
An extensive and cherished garden in a peaceful part of the village adjacent to the Tanyard, offering gourmet BBQ (12 - 2.30pm). Floral decorations in Corpus Christi Catholic Church.

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23  Tanyard, Cagefoot Lane

 
Wildflower Meadow opens once again. Stroll, picnic  or just sit and enjoy a treat from the local ice-cream stall.

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24 The Scout Hut, Tanyard

 
Henfield Scouts. Teas, coffees, cakes, picnic area. 
Henfield Art Club artwork on display in HQ building

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25 Thorndene, High St

 

Secret walled garden with ammonite path. Veggies in tin baths. Locally made 'Green Men', decorative plaques, garden ornaments, & roof finials for sale. Also gardenalia including carts, cartwheels & chimney pots.

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26 Penang, Golden Square

Come and see the fairies in our compact yet colourful garden. Created to encompass visual interest for all seasons by incorporating perennials, annuals and shrubs. Handmade jewellery and accessories available.

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27  The Golden Hen, Golden Square

 

A real cottage garden. Roses, foxgloves, pinks and hollyhocks. Children’s Society re-make cards, glass painting, white elephant stall, and plants. Gorgeous aroma from the flowers. REAR ENTRANCE ONLY.   NOT SUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIRS

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28 The Golden Hen, Golden Square

 

A real cottage garden. Roses, foxgloves, pinks andhollyhocks. Children’s Society re-make cards, glass painting, white elephant stall, and plants. Gorgeous aroma from the flowers. REAR ENTRANCE ONLY.   NOT SUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIRS

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29 Malthouse Cottage, The Common North

 

A small family garden surrounding a 16th century cottage, recently reshaped to welcome wildlife,
children and pets.                                                                                                                                 
Saturday only

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30 Broadgate, The Common North

A garden enlarged, redesigned and developed over the past four years after demolition of outbuildings. Art by local artist.

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31  4-5 Stipenhoke, The Common North

 
Eclectic cottage garden with view across the common. Open both days but refreshments on Saturday only.

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