SUMMER AT HECKFIELD
A BRITISH SUMMER GETAWAY IS CALLING...
Discover the beauty of summer spent in the English countryside.
All just an hour from London.
LAKE DAYS
A BRITISH SUMMER BY THE LOWER LAKE, NATURALLY.
ON WARM DAYS WHEN THE LIGHT LINGERS AND THE COUNTRYSIDE IS IN FULL STRETCH, THE LOWER LAKE BECOMES A PLACE TO SETTLE IN. LOUNGERS ARE SET ALONG THE WATER'S EDGE, WITH TOWELS AND PICNIC BLANKETS READY FOR AFTERNOONS SHAPED BY THE EASY RHYTHM OF SUMMER. SWIM OUT FROM THE PONTOON, TAKE TO THE WATER BY BOAT, CAST A LINE, OR SETTLE IN WITH A BOOK.
A DRINK WITHIN REACH, SOMETHING COOL AGAINST THE HEAT OF THE DAY, AND THE SENSE THAT THERE IS NOWHERE ELSE YOU NEED TO BE.
FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER, LAKE DAYS ARRIVE WITH THE WEATHER, OFFERING A WAY TO EXPERIENCE SUMMER IN THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE, FROM ONE LONG AFTERNOON INTO THE NEXT.
Boating on the Lower Lake
Enjoy a gentle row across the lake, taking in the tranquillity of the Estate from the water. A peaceful way to spend time together outdoors.
Available Friday to Sunday from May - June. Daily from July - August.
Wild Swimming
The Lower Lake is a wonderful spot to enjoy a dip in nature in the warmer months with the presence of a lifeguard. Head to the eastern end of the Lake where the water is deep and clear. Find our wooden pontoon and step ladder to ease your way in and out.
Available Friday to Sunday from May - June. Daily from July - August.
PICNICS
Collect a hamper from the House and settle beneath the trees or beside the lake, with seasonal dishes and treats prepared by our kitchens to enjoy out on the estate.
Available from April.
AL FRESCO DINING
There's no better way to reconnect with nature than dining in the great outdoors. Dine on our Marle, Hearth, and Italian terraces and stay for The Shared Table on Home Farm.
GIN GARDEN EXPERIENCE
Join one of our skilled bar team to explore the intricate world of gin, and craft your own with freshly foraged botanicals. Sample three vastly different gins, including Heckfield’s own London Dry Gin, then be led on a guided walk to collect a variety of fresh botanicals from our Walled Gardens.
Available from May - August.
Home Farm Flower Arranging Workshop
Join our resident florist to create a beautiful bowl arrangement using fresh, seasonal flowers from Home Farm. Visit our biodynamic Market Garden to be guided in selecting, cutting and conditioning your own blooms. You’ll then return to the Glasshouse in the Upper Walled Garden for expert guidance in creating your arrangement, with tea, coffee and cake alongside.
Available from June - September.
GUIDED CYCLING TOURS
Cycle through woodland tracks and lakesides while learning about Heckfield's ancient trees, wildlife and the careful conservation that supports our living, breathing landscape.
Available throughout the year.
Lawn Games
Wander the grounds and find different garden games to join in with.
Badminton and croquet available from April - September. Pétanque available throughout the year.
Things to Do at Heckfield
Re-energise and refocus through moving your body in the great outdoors, from our signature Woodland Movement to the exciting challenge of cold water immersion.
Movement Classes
Discover activities and experiences that make the most of the estate during summer.
Activities and Experiences
Take home seasonal produce from our Market Garden, House-made preserves from our kitchen, and dairy and eggs from our organic farm, every first and third Saturday of the month.
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