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TRAVELLING BY CAR
POST CODE - SO21 2DY
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WHERE IS SILKSTEAD?
Winchester - 10 Minutes
Southampton - 15 Minutes
Eastleigh - 10 Minutes
Chandlers Ford - 5 Minutes
Romsey - 10 Minutes
All times are rough travel times when travelling by Car or Taxi
DO I NEED TO PRE-BOOK?
No, just turn up, cash or card payment on the gate. You only need to book for our bank holiday event. Unfortunately we can only open when weather permits and the sunflowers are in bloom so this makes things simpler for everyone. If you do not own a pair of secateurs please bring some pennies for our charity tin ! All money raised this year will be donated to Long Covid Kids!
CAN I BRING A PUSHCHAIR OR WHEELCHAIR?
The sunflowers are grown in a field so the ground will be uneven and muddy at times so is more suitable for pushchairs/ wheel chairs on dryer days. Larger all terrian wheels are advised if you brave it!
CAN I BRING A PICNIC?
Yes, please do! Please bring a blanket/ picnic chairs and enjoy a picnic next to our beautiful sunflowers. Some Snacks, drinks and cakes will be available to purchase. There is hay bale seating available only and this may be limited
ARE DRONES PERMITTED?
Only by private appointment.
STRICTLY, NO DRONES ARE PERMITTED.
GROUND CONDITIONS
We are a farm..!
The sunflowers are grown in a field so please wear a suitable pair of shoes! (Put those Wellies or Walking boots in the car - just in case!)
The ground will be uneven and even on sunny days it can be sticky!
SECATEURS
To pick your sunflowers, you will require secateurs. We advise you to bring your own should you have them.
We have spares available for a donation towards our chosen charity but these will be limited so beware that there will be a wait during busy periods.
CAN I BRING A DOG?
Dog entry, is only permitted on certain days to make it a fair and enjoyable experience for everyone. Check our website before travelling for these dates as we cannot permit dogs to be left in cars. All dogs must kept on leads at all times and you must clear up after your dog.
PRIVATE HIRE
Private Hire of Silkstead Sunflowers is available for Photography Sessions should you wish. Please do not hesitate to complete a contact form and we will be in touch to discuss your requirements. Alternatively, click here to visit our Private Hire Page for full information.
WHAT FACILITIES ARE THERE?
- Free field parking, not suitable for lowered vehicles.
- Portable toilets
- Refreshments available to purchase.
-Picnic area with limited seating so feel free to bring a blanket/ camping chair