In the late 1800s Ludwig Messel bought the Nymans Estate in the Sussex High Weald to make a dream family house. Inspired by the wooded surroundings he created a garden with plants collected from around the world. Here this creative family entertained friends and family, enjoyed relaxing, playing and picnicking in the garden and woods. Today it is still a garden lovers’ home – a place to relax all year round and enjoy a peaceful country garden.
The house was partially destroyed by fire in 1947 and the romantic ruins of a fairytale gothic mansion remain. Nymans is one of the National Trust’s most eco- friendly properties and aims to inspire a more sustainable way of living.
There is a large shop and plant centre with their special collection of plants grown on site, a cafe offering a choice of seasonal food made the staff, and a Grab & Go kiosk in the tea garden.
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