What else is there to see and do in the area?
We are ideally situated for days out in the beautiful Surrey Downs.
There are lots of things to do in Surrey and you can have a look at these websites to see what else you might enjoy.
Are picnics allowed?
Due to the growing issue of discarded rubbish we no longer permit picnics on our farm. Food can be bought from our café and consumed at the picnic tables provided at our café area but we ask that visitors do not bring food to the farm. We ask all visitors who have dined at our cafe to help us to recycle as much as possible.
What facilities do you have at the Lavender Farm?
We have a lovely small shop selling all of our Lavender products and we have a very relaxed al-fresco café selling a delicious range of light lunches. We also sell ice creams and our famous lavender cream tea. We are licensed to sell a range of alcoholic drinks. We provide wooden tables for you to relax and enjoy your food but we do not permit food from outside to be brought or consumed on our farm. It simply generates too much waste packaging that is left for us to clear or dispose of.
Portaloos
We are on The Metropolitan Green Belt of London. This means that we are not permitted to build permanent buildings of any kind on our land. To overcome this we hire portable toilets as a convenience for our visitors. We are acutely aware that nobody likes portaloos (including us). However, in the absence of permanent facilities, they are a practical solution. We clean them several times per day and supply them with toilet paper. They are not ideal but they are the best option that is available due to the restrictions of the urban planning regulations.
Why do you not allow coaches?
We are unable to permit coaches to enter our farm as there is no space to turn once inside. Coaches should drop their passengers at the bus stop immediately outside our main entrance and the passengers should enter as pedestrians. Please send us an email regarding coach visitors before turning up and we can try to advise on local alternative parking. Passengers can be collected from the bus stop when it is time to leave again.
What is the best way to get to Mayfield Lavender Nursery and Gift Shop in Epsom?
Please refer to the Visit section of our website for more detailed information.
- By car you can use Google Maps or a Satnav to get to the postcode KT17 3DW (139 Reigate Road)
- By public transport you can take a train from London Victoria to Epsom and then catch a 166 bus from the clocktower in Epsom. Get off at the Driftbridge stop and we are 100m from the railway bridge.
What is the best way to get to our Farm in Banstead?
Please refer to the Visit section of our website for more detailed information.
By Car: You can also plan your journey using Google Maps or a Satnav using the SM7 3JA postcode.
By Public transport: There are several options to get to us easily.
Option A: Train from London Victoria to West Croydon and then take the 166 bus to our gate (this way can get busy when it is peak season)
Option B: Train from London Victoria to Sutton and take the S1 bus to Banstead (Woolpack stop) and then the 166 bus to our gate (slightly faster route)
Option C: Train from London Victoria to Purley Station, cross the road to the large Tesco and from the front of the store take the 166 bus to Oaks Park (top tip from a regular customer). The Oaks Park bus stop is directly outside our front gate.
Option D: Fastest route – Take a train from London Victoria to Sutton and take a cab from outside the station to our farm.
How much does entry cost?
Entry to our farm in Banstead costs £5 per person. FREE entry for children aged 12 and under. Car Parking on our farm is FREE. Mayfield is a dog friendly farm, however, we do ask you to keep your beloved pet on a lead at all times and pick-up any mess after your dog. Please note that there is a separate registration fee for professional photographers, film-makers and amateurs conducting shoots. Please note we do not permit Picnics.
Are dogs allowed at the Lavender farm?
We love dogs but we ask you to remember that not everyone does. We therefore welcome well-behaved dogs but they must be kept on a lead at all times. Please bring poop bags with you to clean up after your dog!
What is your address and postcode?
We have two locations:
1. Mayfield Lavender Farm
1 Carshalton Road,
Banstead,
SM7 3JA
Our 25 acre lavender field with café and shop is located in Banstead (Woodmansterne), Surrey – Approximately 15 miles from Central London.
Opening Times: June 10th 2023 to August 20th 2023 – 7 days per week, 9am to 6 pm (this may vary at the start or end of season – please monitor website or follow us on Facebook to stay up to date)
2. Mayfield Lavender Nursery and Gift Shop
139 Reigate Rd (near Driftbridge Audi Garage),
Epsom,
KT17 3DW
Open 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, and 9am to 4pm on Sunday.
