Best Lavender fields near London

London

Is lavender your favorite flower? If so, you don’t need to go over to Provence in France to enjoy them because you can get them not far from London! Lavender blooms in the middle of June until August, so grab the chance now to experience the beauty of lavender in the best lavender fields near London! 

Below are some of the best lavender fields near London that you should go visit!

Best Lavender fields near London

Mayfield Lavender Farm

Carshalton Road, Banstead
Image by geograph

Located in Surrey is this beautiful Mayfield Lavender Farm. With only a £4 entrance fee, you have the freedom to wander around this 25 acres lavender farm, taking photos and enjoying the beautiful field of purple. In this farm which is set up in 2006, you can treat yourself to some lavender tea and scone or browse through the gift shop for something to bring back home. This is one of the most famous and best lavender fields near London. 

Opening Hours:
Everyday from June 1st to August 31st 2020(9am – 6pm)

Note: Entry is £4 per person. FREE entry for Children 16 years and under. Dogs are allowed on the Farm and must be on a lead at all times. Please remember to pick up your dog mess.   Picnics and drones are not allowed.

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Kew Gardens

Richmond

Famous for its amazing botanical treasures, don’t forget to spot the violet-blue gem among the colorful patches. You will find traces of lavender growing alongside the wall of Duke’s Garden and various purple patches around Kew Gardens, the 250 years old garden. It is one of the oldest gardens in the country.

Opening Hours:
Mon – Fri (10am – 7pm)
Sat – Sun (8am – 8pm)

Note: Be sure to book a time slot in advance of your visit to avoid a stagger of entry flow and queues.

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Kentish Lavender

The Hop Shop at Castle Farm. Redmans Lane, Shoreham, Sevenoaks
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Fancy a 45 minutes lavender stroll and a lavender picnic? You can do both in this 95 acres lavender field which is also the largest lavender farm in the country. Farm shops, guided tours, picnics and even pick-your-own orchards are available here. You can forget about Provence for now when you are here!

Opening Hours:
Wed – Sun (10am – 5pm)

Note: Visitors have to pre-book tickets to the field.

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Kennington Park

Kenington Park Road, St Agnes Pl
Image by PoppyKB via pinterest

There are two different species of lavender planted in this park, see if you can spot them! These lavender beds are planted in the old English Kitchen Garden, in Mediterranean beds and also around the sundial which is located in the centre of the park. In fact, these bee-lover plants are situated not far away from the bee’s house where there are ten hives living in the Keeper’s lodge. 

Opening Hours:
Thu – Sat (9:30am – 6pm)
Sunday (10am – 5pm)
Tuesday(9:30am – 6pm) & Wednesday (9:30am – 4:45pm)

Note: Closed on Mondays.

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Hitchin Lavender

Cadwell Farm, Arlesey Road
Image by AndrewStawarz via flickr

I’m sure lavender lovers or flower lovers wouldn’t mind going that extra mile for a flower paradise, wouldn’t you? 

Located a bit further away from London is Cadwell Farm which is home to Hitchin Lavender and a glorious sunflower field. In this farm, you’ll get a 1+1 treat which is lavender plus sunflower field. Managed by 5 generations for more than 100 years, this field has been one of the best lavender fields near London. Particularly, in August, which is the last month for lavender’s bloom, there will be a programme of perfume-laden outdoor film screenings here.

Opening Hours:
Everyday (9am – 8pm)

Note: Visitor must pre-book their tickets in advance. 

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