Open gardens

Visit an open garden this summer and support your local hospice.

Event details

This summer, we will be holding our very first open gardens programme! Gardens across Sussex will open their gates to visitors in exchange for donations to support St Barnabas House and our sister hospices Chestnut Tree House and Martlets.

Dates between June and October, see all listings below.

When: Monday 1st June 2026
End: Thursday 1st October 2026
Activity type: Community, Open day
colourful summer flowers in the St Barnabas House garden

Could you open your garden?

Are you a budding botanist, green-fingered gardener or proud of your pond? Opening your garden to visitors is a great way to support your local hospice, while meeting new people and spending quality time in the fresh air.

Get in touch with our community fundraising team if you're interested in taking part - we'd love to hear from you!

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a pretty cottage garden full of mature plants and trees, with cafe style table and chairs in foreground

Judy's cottage

Date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Location: Judy’s Cottage, 33 The Plantation, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 2AE
Opening times: 10am till 3.30pm
Other: No refreshments but plant sale
Admission cost Suggested donation of £5

About this open garden:
Judy Gordon has a charming, medium-sized cottage garden offering year-round interest. Mature trees create a sense of privacy, while the space has been thoughtfully designed and cared for by its owners, whose passion is clear throughout.

Informal beds are filled with a mix of shrubs, perennials, traditional cottage plants, and spring bulbs, creating a relaxed and colourful display. Hidden corners invite exploration, alongside a small fish pond and additional water features.

A delightful log cabin sits slightly elevated, perfectly positioned to take in views across the garden.

Supporting St Barnabas House hospice.