UPCOMING EVENTS
Explore our full range of events and workshops by using the dropdown menu below:
Rhododendron Celebration
Each spring, our gardens burst into life, showcasing one of the UK’s most expansive collections, with over 300 species and hybrids of rhododendrons. Some of these remarkable plants remain unnamed and undiscovered, forming part of our horticultural team’s ongoing mission to restore and preserve our Grade I listed woodland gardens.
Model Boats on the Lake
Model Radio Control Boats and Yachts Display: see the Schooner Radio Control Group on the Lakes at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens this summer!
Forest Bathing
Take a soothing and transformative walk whilst forest bathing at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Spring Walk with our Head Gardener
Take a spring walk with our head gardener to discover more about what makes this garden so special.
Mindfulness Photography Workshop
Mindful photography is perfect for finding calm in your day. Join Matt Goddard for a morning of photography in the gardens.
Sussex History & Heritage Events with Kevin Newman
Join Sussex historian, author, and Pages Magazine columnist Kevin Newman for a lively and entertaining series of history events at Leonardslee.
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Guided Tree Walks
Immerse yourself into the wonderful world of trees with a guided tour of our finest, oldest, rarest, largest and more interesting specimen trees in our Grade I listed estate, rich in character and history.
Leonardslee Sparkling Run
Experience a stunning 10km trail run / walk with English sparkling wine tasting on the route, summer barbecue and live music.
British Heart Foundation: Naked Heart Walk
Join in on the Naked Heart Walk which is sure to get your heart racing co-hosted by British Naturism at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Naked Heart Walk is for 18+ only.
All Creatures Great & Sussex – A Family Talk on Animals from Sussex’s Past
Kevin Newman, Sussex author and history teacher, presents All Creatures Great & Sussex in The Courtyard – a fun, interactive family talk exploring the fascinating, funny and surprising history of animals across Sussex. Featuring stories, local connections and hands-on activities, this engaging session is suitable for KS2 and above.
Heritage Trail Series: Summer
Join our Heritage Trail Series for an exclusive 10km & 5km trail running experience.
Heritage Trail Series: Spring
Heritage Trail Series offering an exclusive 5km & 10km trail running experience through the four seasons
Silly Sussex
A Light-hearted Lunchtime of food and drink, fun and games, history and comedy.
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Easter at Leonardslee
Join the Garden Explorer Challenge at Leonardslee this Easter. A fun family trail with clues, stickers, an obstacle course and an Easter prize.
Winter Welly Walk
Pull on your wellies and stomp through the gardens on an adventurous walk to discover Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens this winter!
Valentines at Leonardslee
Leonardslee offers the perfect scenery to fall in love this Valentine's Day!
Heritage Trail Series: Winter | SOLD OUT
Heritage Trail Series offering an exclusive 5km & 10km trail running experience through the four seasons.
Autumn Walk with our Head Gardener
See the best places to enjoy Autumnal colour and learn about how we manage the garden and estate at this magical time of year.
Autumn Fungi Walks
Join us for a foray through the woodland gardens on the hunt for marvellous mushrooms.
Heritage Trail Series: Autumn
Heritage Trail Series offering an exclusive 5km & 10km trail running experience through the four seasons
The Little History of Sussex with Kevin Newman
Explore an unusual take on our county’s history with The Little History of Sussex is Kevin Newman’s bestselling book of 2023, now in its second edition.
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Rhododendron Walks
Explore the history of the Leonardslee Rhododendron collection, as our gardening team takes you to discover many varieties and unusual species that have been planted over the last two centuries.
Easter Trail
Hop on down to Leonardslee for an Easter Eggs-plosion, 29 March – 14 April. Save and pre-book day tickets in advance | Under 5s go FREE
Winter Forest Bathing | Sold out
Enjoy a soothing Forest Bathing session this winter as you are taken on a slow 5km walk around our woodlands with sensory exercises.
Wildflower Walks
Explore our woodland gardens and take a walk on the wild side with a guided Wildflower Walk. Book your spot today!
Autumn Forest Bathing
Enjoy another soothing Forest Bathing session this autumn as you are taken on a slow 5km walk around our woodlands with a sensory exercise.
SOLD OUT | Neurodivergent Celebration & Photography Walk with Joe James
Join Joe James The Autistic Photographer and his family on a photography nature walk, afternoon tea and book signing.
Surrey Sculpture Society at Leonardslee
Discover all the diverse sculptures strategically located within Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
Conker at Leonardslee
We are thrilled to welcome back the Conker Activity Trail this year. Don’t miss the chance to meet local author Hannah Peckham for the launch of her book Bronty’s Battle Cry!
Early Spring Forest Bathing | SOLD OUT
Take a soothing and transformative walk while forest bathing this early spring at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
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Winter Forest Bathing | SOLD OUT
Take a soothing and transformative walk while forest bathing this winter at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
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Photography Workshop
This autumn learn the skill of landscape photography or refresh your skills with local landscape photographer Matt Goddard.
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