Eridge Park, Grade II* listed park and garden in Rotherfield, England.
Eridge Park is a listed estate with rolling landscapes, mature trees, and open fields spread across 546 hectares in East Sussex. The grounds blend woodland areas, managed gardens, and meadows that flow across the rolling terrain.
The name derives from 'Eagle ridge', and in 1792 Henry Nevill transformed the original house into a Gothic castle for the Abergavenny family. This major redesign shaped the estate's appearance and established its enduring character.
The grounds remain closely tied to English nobility, with the adjacent residence serving as the long-standing home of the Marquess of Abergavenny. This aristocratic connection shapes how visitors experience the manicured sections and formal gardens throughout the property.
Visitors can explore the grounds along designated walking paths that wind through woodlands and across meadows. Spring and autumn offer particularly good times to visit, when the varied landscapes show their richest colors.
The estate is home to more than 167 lichen species, making it one of Britain's most significant locations for this form of wildlife. These rare organisms thrive on the ancient trees and create an ecosystem that draws botanists and nature observers from afar.
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