December not only marks the start of true winter, it’s also of course when the festive season really kicks into gear. It’s a time to reflect on the previously 11 months but also start to look ahead to what might come to pass in 2025.

There are so many things that I love about visiting and working in the garden here at Leonardslee during November. The light in the early mornings and late afternoons is a joy and even the autumnal smell in the air as the fungi grow and the natural annual decay of leaves and fallen plant material catches on the wind is a highlight for me.

This winter, visitors to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens in Horsham, West Sussex, are invited to experience a breathtaking after-dark light trail as Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens transforms into an enchanting realm – awash with light, sound and colour. 

October often tends to mark the proper start of a brand new autumn, probably my favourite season in any garden.
After our world-famous spring displays, autumn is rightly seen as Leonardslee Lakes and Garden’s next-best season for sheer wonder and visual beauty. 

Calling all budding photographers, enthusiasts and nature lovers! We invite you to take part in our Autumn Photography Competition. 

There are plenty of seasonal floral interest to enjoy on your next visit until we enter ‘proper’ autumn.

Enjoy everything it has to offer than the height of summer.  You’ll find so much to see and do here during August. From the sights and smells of the new floral displays around the Leonardslee House and Rock Garden areas.

Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, the 240-acre Grade I Listed woodland estate, has been awarded British & Irish Champion status for two additional trees and County Champion status for five more following the latest Tree Register of Britain and Ireland (TROBI) visit

Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens has won the People's Choice award in the Plant Heritage Threatened Plant of the Year 2024 competition for its rare Rhododendron 'Leonardslee Primrose'.

Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, the historic 750-acre estate in Horsham, West Sussex, has announced its summer events programme, offering a range of activities for families and visitors of all ages.

Whether it’s taking a shady stroll through our woodland paths, marvelling at some of our historic trees and beautiful wildlife, listening to the bird song or taking pictures of our fascinating flowering plants and stunning views, there’s something for everyone.

Unleash a world of exploration for you and your furry friend at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.

Although the spring display was very early this year, at least three or four weeks ahead of schedule, there are signs that this phenomenon is steadying as nature starts to catch up with itself once again. Read more about what you can see this June.

For Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens invites you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the 240-acre estate, where you can find solace and relaxation.

Witness Spring's Masterpiece at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens. Conveniently located near London, Leonardslee is the perfect escape for a day trip. Book now

Spring Has Sprung. Imagine vibrant tunnels formed by these magnificent blooms, creating an unforgettable experience for garden enthusiasts of all ages.

Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens announced the return of the Labyrinth Challenge, an exhilarating four-day festival of summer fun from 8th to 11th August 2024.

As we enter May, our peak season explosion of colour is already well under way, with plenty to see. While enjoy a walk through the myriad of paths that meander towards The Dell through this part of the gardens, you'll be stopped in your tracks by the sheer range of colours, the gorgeous scents and the sheer scale of the Rhododendrons and Azaleas blooming away in here during May.

After sell-out first year, the estate will once again open its doors for late-night festivities on two weekends: 3-5 May and 24-26 May 2024.

Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens is home to some of the oldest and most magnificent Giant Redwood trees anywhere, at the historic 240-acre estate in West Sussex.