• Lavender actually prefers dry conditions and thrives in warm, sunny climates.
• Lavender grows best in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.
• Well-draining soil is essential – lavender dislikes sitting in wet ground and can struggle in overly damp conditions.
• Newly planted lavender still needs watering during very dry weather until roots become established.
• Once established, lavender is highly drought tolerant and requires very little watering compared to many other plants.
• Dry weather can help intensify lavender’s fragrance and essential oils.
• Lavender planted in warm, dry conditions becomes a valuable food source for bees and pollinators during summer months.
• Avoid overwatering lavender in hot weather – it’s better to water deeply but less frequently.
• Lavender grows particularly well in raised beds, gravel gardens and Mediterranean-style planting schemes where drainage is good.
• Adding gravel or stones around the base of lavender plants can help drainage – lavender doesn’t like to sit in water.
• The best time to plant lavender is usually spring or early summer, giving roots time to establish before colder weather arrives.

This one’s for the gin lovers… 

Join us this July for a very special collaboration with Silent Pool Gin at The Secret Garden.

For two evenings only, you’ll have the opportunity to relax amongst the lavender and enjoy complimentary tastings of Silent Pool’s handcrafted gin at their exclusive pop-up bar.

As the evening unfolds, take in the beauty of the lavender, watch the sunset over the fields and discover the botanical flavours that make Silent Pool Gin so special.

And if you’d like to take a little piece of the experience home with you, every bottle purchased includes a pair of Silent Pool’s iconic Copa glasses.

Dates

📅 Thursday 2nd July 2026

📅 Friday 3rd July 2026

⏰ 4pm – 8pm

Location:

Mayfield Glasshouse, Epsom, KT173DW

Whether you’re planning a date night, catching up with friends or simply looking for a unique summer evening, this is the perfect excuse to unwind in beautiful surroundings.

Gather with friends, raise a glass and enjoy a relaxed summer evening surrounded by lavender, great company and spectacular sunset views.

Food and refreshments will also be available from our Airstream Café throughout the evening.

To enjoy the pop-up bar and complimentary tastings, simply book your Secret Garden ticket for one of the above dates.

Who will you be bringing?

What he does want is great food, a drink in hand and the chance to spend some quality time with his favourite people.

This Father’s Day, join us at Mayfield Glasshouse Café for a special Father’s Day experience filled with delicious food, plenty of laughs and unforgettable Moments at Mayfield.

Introducing… The Big Beefy Daddy

Created especially for Father’s Day, The Big Beefy Daddy is our ultimate feast for serious appetites.

A toasted muffin piled high with slow-cooked sticky beef cheek hash, perfectly poached eggs, crispy shallots and rich homemade Hollandaise sauce, served alongside indulgent Rarebit Potatoes.

Creating Moments at Mayfield 

The best family memories are often the simplest ones – spending time with the people who matter most.

Why not make a day of it and extend your Father’s Day experience with a visit to The Secret Garden?

The Big Beefy Daddy

💷 £20.95

A delicious vegetarian sticky jackfruit hash alternative is also available.

Still Got Room?

Add a classic Sticky Toffee Pudding, served warm with vanilla ice cream.

💷 £6.95

And why not complete the experience with a beer, a glass of wine, or simply a tea or coffee?

We’re excited to introduce something brand new for our younger visitors this summer… our very first Mayfield Lavender Activity Packs.

Created especially for children visiting the farm, these fun-filled packs are designed to encourage creativity, exploration and magical memories amongst the lavender.

Perfect for little adventurers, the Activity Packs have been created to add even more excitement to a family day out at Mayfield Lavender.

What’s Included?

Each Activity Pack includes:

🎒 A Mayfield Lavender drawstring bag

📖 A lavender-themed sketchbook

🖍 Crayons for colouring and creativity

✨ Stickers

🫧 Bubbles for outdoor fun

🍬 A pack of gummy bears

Designed to inspire imagination and adventure, the packs are perfect for little explorers enjoying the fields, taking part in trails and creating special family memories at Mayfield Lavender.

Encouraging Creativity & Exploration

At Mayfield Lavender, creating memorable family experiences has always been at the heart of what we do 💜

Whether they’re following the trails, getting creative with their Activity Pack, blowing bubbles amongst the lavender or simply enjoying a family day out, these packs are designed to make their visit even more memorable.

Making Memories at Mayfield

As we celebrate our 20th season, we’re introducing even more ways for families to enjoy the beauty of Mayfield Lavender together.

Alongside returning favourites, visitors can also discover new additions for 2026, including the Lavender Labyrinth, the Tree of Lavender Wishes, the Bee & Butterfly Trail and our new Spritz Cooler Water Feature.

Summer 2026 is shaping up to be one of our most exciting seasons yet, and we can’t wait to see little explorers heading off on their Mayfield adventures with an Activity Pack in hand.

We look forward to welcoming families back to the farm from 6th June for another season of unforgettable Moments at Mayfield.

This summer, Mayfield Lavender Farm in Banstead will play host to a very special community event in support of local hospice care.

Not only do bees help support biodiversity and pollination across our countryside, but they also play a vital role in keeping ecosystems healthy and thriving. During the summer months, our lavender fields become a haven for bees, butterflies and other pollinators, filling the farm with the gentle hum of nature at work.

As the UK’s first organic lavender farm accredited by the Soil Association, caring for wildlife and encouraging pollinators has always been at the heart of what we do.

Lavender is one of the best plants for attracting bees because:

🐝 It produces large amounts of nectar

🌸 It flowers during peak bee season

💜 Its fragrance naturally attracts pollinators

☀️ It thrives in warm, sunny conditions

🌿 It provides both nectar and pollen for food

The long flowering stems also make it easier for bees to land and collect what they need efficiently.

Good news, you don’t need acres of lavender fields to support pollinators, even small spaces can make a difference…

Plant Bee-Friendly Flowers

Lavender, wildflowers, sunflowers, foxgloves and buddleia are all loved by bees.

Every summer, our fields come alive not only with colour but with thousands of busy pollinators enjoying the lavender blooms.

It’s one of the many reasons we’re so passionate about protecting nature and continuing to create spaces where wildlife can flourish alongside visitors.

So next time you visit Mayfield Lavender, take a quiet moment amongst the flowers and listen closely – you’ll hear the sound of summer at work 🐝💜

We’re delighted to be featured in the latest edition of Once Upon a Town, celebrating a very special milestone for Mayfield Lavender – our 20th anniversary season 💜

The feature follows the journey of Mayfield Lavender from the early days at the original Banstead fields through to the opening of our second site, Mayfield Glasshouse and The Secret Garden in Epsom 🌿

Inside the interview, Lorna reflects on the story behind Mayfield Lavender, how the business has grown over the past two decades and the vision for the future as we continue creating new experiences for visitors each year.

The magazine also highlights one of this summer’s exciting collaborations with Epsom Picturehouse, bringing outdoor cinema screenings to The Secret Garden this June.

From classic films beneath the stars to food, drinks and relaxed summer evenings surrounded by nature, the collaboration is another exciting addition to our 2026 season.

🎬 Find out more about the Picturehouse x Secret Garden collaboration here:

Picturehouse Outdoor Cinema at The Secret Garden

You can pick up your FREE copy of Once Upon a Town at:

📍 Mayfield Glasshouse

139 Reigate Road,

Epsom

Surrey

KT17 3DW

Perfect to enjoy alongside a tea, coffee and a little lavender treat ☕

Summer at Mayfield Lavender – Celebrating 20 Years

The summer season is almost here, and we’re delighted to be reopening Mayfield Lavender Farm on Saturday, 6th June.

This year is particularly special for us as we celebrate 20 years of Mayfield Lavender; two decades of welcoming visitors to experience the beauty, calm and joy of our fields in bloom.

A Season of Renewal

For 2026, our season is inspired by the themes of renewal, regrowth and regeneration, something that sits at the heart of everything we do.

As you wander through the lavender fields, you’re not just visiting, you’re becoming part of the story.

At our Potting Station (included in your ticket), you can learn how to propagate lavender to grow at home, while our Adopt-a-Plant programme gives you the opportunity to leave a personal message or dedication beneath newly planted lavender at the site and support the continued regeneration of the farm.

New Ways to Experience Mayfield

This summer, we’re introducing new, more flexible ways to visit.

Our Anyday Tickets allow you to plan your visit with ease, without being tied to a specific date.

We’ve also introduced three experience packages:

– Explorer

– Voyager

– Pathfinder

Each offers a different way to enjoy your time at Mayfield.

For those who want to return throughout the season, our new Purple Pass gives you five visits for just £25.

What’s New for 2026

Alongside your favourite Mayfield moments, there’s plenty more to discover this year:

– A curated selection of street food traders

– The return of our Moments at Mayfield Photography Competition

– New experiences, including the Lavender Labyrinth, The Tree of Lavender Wishes, Bee & Butterfly Exploration Trail, and The Spritz Cooler, perfect for warm summer days

And of course, there’ll be the return of much-loved experiences from the Looby Loo tractor train to our iconic photo spots (including the red telephone box!) 💜

A Place to Return To

For over 20 years, Mayfield Lavender has been part of reviving the area’s rich lavender-growing heritage, creating a space where nature, people and tradition come together.

Each summer, the fields transform into a breathtaking landscape of purple, welcoming visitors from near and far, as well as those who return year after year.

Plan Your Visit

Open daily from Saturday, 6th June to Sunday, 23rd August

🕘 9:00am – 6:00pm (last entry 5:15pm)

While tickets are available on the day, we recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry.

👉 Book your visit here

A Little Note from Us

“This season is particularly special for us as we celebrate 20 years of Mayfield Lavender. What began as a mission to make lavender relevant again has grown into something far greater, bringing both the plant and the area’s historical lavender-growing heritage back to life.

We look forward to welcoming both returning visitors and new faces, and inviting everyone to become part of the ongoing story of this remarkable place.”

We can’t wait to welcome you back this summer

Best Dressed

From everyday outfits to styled shoots, show us your look in the lavender. Open to everyone – from visitors to photographers, creators and influencers.

Best Family Photo

Capture your family day out at Mayfield Lavender, whether it’s a candid moment or a beautifully styled shoot. Open to both visitors and photographers.

Best Pet

Animals of all shapes and sizes love our fields, and we welcome pets of every kind, from dogs and cats to rodents, reptiles, and even horses (by prior arrangement). Whether a spontaneous playful moment or a posed portrait, we encourage all entries.

PRIZE

The prize for each category winner:

– Signature Afternoon Tea for Two at the Glasshouse

– A bottle of Mayfield Lavender Prosecco

– Their winning photograph professionally framed

– An official Mayfield Photography Competition Winner’s Certificate

– Their photograph displayed at Mayfield Glasshouse

How To Enter

– Enter your name, email address and location in the fields provided

– Upload up to three photos (max file size 2MB each) or drag and drop your images

– Click ‘Submit’ and wait for the confirmation message to ensure your entry has been received

Share Your Entry

We’d also love to see your photos on socials

– Share your images on Instagram

– Tag @mayfieldlavender

– Use #MomentsAtMayfield

We’ll be sharing some of our favourites throughout the season ✨

Photography Competition Terms & Conditions

 We’re always so impressed by the beautiful photos we receive each year, choosing a winner is never easy.

This competition is something we run for fun and to celebrate the magic of Mayfield, so please keep in mind that the final decision is subjective. It’s not always the most technically perfect image that wins, but the one that captures something special and feels right to us.

– Maximum of three entries per person

– Entrants must be 16 years or over

– All photos must be taken at Mayfield Lavender Farm (Banstead) or the Secret Garden at Mayfield Glasshouse (Epsom), and must be your own original work

– If people appear in your photo, you must have their permission (for children, from a parent/guardian)

– Entries close: Monday, 31st August

Late entries may not be considered

– Winners will be contacted in September and must respond within 10 days, or the prize may be offered to another entrant

 A few tips from us

Based on the many wonderful entries we’ve seen over the years, here are a few things we love:

– Showcasing something special about the farm

– A beautiful sky, it really helps bring a photo to life

– Lavender at its best (ideally not past peak bloom)

– Natural editing, not overly filtered or heavily photoshopped

– Thoughtful composition and attention to detail