The Lavender at Castle Farm usually begins bloom in mid / late June through until late July when we harvest the flowers for their precious Lavender Essential Oil.
Exact flowering dates every year depend on the weather in the lead up to summer.
Everything you need to know about visiting Castle Farm this Sunflower Season.



TICKET PRICES
Adult (16+) - £4 / £3.40 with Summer 2026 Vat reduction
Child (3-15) - £2 / £1.70 with Summer 2026 Vat reduction
Infant (0-2) - Free
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TIMESLOTS
This year we will be opening up ARRIVAL time slots for you to choose from.
Morning 10am-12pm
Lunchtime 12pm-2pm
Afternoon 2pm-4pm.
Arrive between your given times and stay as long as you wish. The field closes at 4pm.
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TICKET PRICES
Adult (16+) - £4 / £3.40 with Summer 2026 Vat reduction
Child (3-15) - £2 / £1.70 with Summer 2026 Vat reduction
Infant (0-2) - Free
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TIMESLOTS
This year we will be opening up ARRIVAL time slots for you to choose from.
Morning 10am-12pm
Lunchtime 12pm-2pm
Afternoon 2pm-4pm.
Arrive between your given times and stay as long as you wish. The field closes at 4pm.
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Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
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Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
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Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
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Friday 28th August
Saturday 29th August
Sunday 30th August
Monday 31st August
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**FIELDS OPEN - 10am - 4pm**
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Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
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Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
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Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
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Friday 28th August
Saturday 29th August
Sunday 30th August
Monday 31st August
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**FIELDS OPEN - 10am - 4pm**
Parking is free at Castle Farm.
Signs will direct you to the best parking upon arrival at Castle Farm.
To accomodate all visitors we ask that you do not leave your vehicle here if going for a walk.
Parking is free at Castle Farm.
Signs will direct you to the best parking upon arrival at Castle Farm.
To accomodate all visitors we ask that you do not leave your vehicle here if going for a walk.
We recommend booking in advance for confirmed access however you are welcome to buy a ticket on the gate although you may have to wait if the field is fully booked.
We recommend booking in advance for confirmed access however you are welcome to buy a ticket on the gate although you may have to wait if the field is fully booked.
The Farm Shop is open Tuesday - Sunday throughout the year (closed on Mondays except some Bank Holidays), offering farm foods, Lavender products, gifts, decorations and seasonal produce. There is always something new - and you can take in the lovely water meadow views while you enjoy a hot drink from the Coffee Cart.
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Awarded Small Farm Shop of the Year 2025 by the Farm Retail Association.
We're always happy to chat and help answer any questions you may have!
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Please note, our events team is not always based at a desk and so we try our best to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours, Monday - Friday.
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