Established in 1946, Lime Cross Nursery is a family-run business specialising in the production of premier conifers, trees and shrubs and purveyors of other plant groups. We grow over 500 varieties of conifers and a range of shrubs and trees, some of which have been discovered by Johnathan Tate (co-founder) of the nursery, our conifers are exceptional and are all hand propagated and watered using water from our beautiful reservoir.
Download a PDF of our list and e mail [email protected] for order enquiries.
Our shop is an emporium of inspiring and beautiful hand-selected products.
Our bustling café/bistro is quickly becoming known around the county for providing wholesome and delicious, home-made, home-grown vibrant food. Come along to a pop-up dining event and enrol onto one of our cooking classes or wine tastings.
Come and explore the 28 acres of beautiful woodland, lakes and our world-acclaimed pinetum. Our eclectic calendar of events will allow you to learn, create and be inspired.
We serve delicious breakfasts, outstanding coffee, brunch until 2:30 pm, lunch, afternoon tea, cream teas and home-made cakes.
Olive’s Café Winter Opening Hours 2019
Monday – Saturday
9.00 – 16:30
Sunday 10:00- 16:30
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Booking advisable, especially at weekends.
Brunch, Lunch & Afternoon Tea 2019
Call 01323 833229
Lime Cross Nursery
Herstmonceux, Hailsham
East Sussex, BN27 4RS
Nursery & Shop Opening Hours:
Monday- Saturday: 8:30-5:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00- 5:00 pm
Natural Baby Box has teamed up with Well Being In The Wild at Lime Cross Nursery to offer you and your baby an unforgettable half day retreat.
An opportunity to spend some well-deserved quality time with your baby, making memories that you will cherish.
Parenting is so rewarding but it is also challenging, and we understand that whilst you are busy looking after your baby, it is often hard to find time for yourself. You need looking after too. Relax, unwind and enjoy some special time with your baby whilst we look after you both.
£45.00
Come and join us in the beautiful surroundings at Lime Cross for a fund-raising event in aid of St. Wilfrid’s Hospice. Enjoy great company, delicious food and drink (licensed bar), live music, the Sea Gypsies Belly Dancers, live didgeridoo, fire dancers and more!
£10.00
Come and join us in the beautiful surroundings at Lime Cross for a fund-raising event in aid of St. Wilfrid’s Hospice. Enjoy great company, delicious food and drink (licensed bar), live music, the Sea Gypsies Belly Dancers, live didgeridoo, fire dancers and more!
The Sea Gypsies are no ordinary belly dance troupe. They were formed in 2005 by belly dance teacher & choreographer Alison Hallewell. They perform many different styles of belly dance and are fun and energetic, performing for a variety of audience’s in the south of England
Enjoy delicious home-made Mezze and desert boards for £25 per person, including all entertainment.
£25.00
This is a beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.
£165.00
During the Jurassic period 200 million years ago it wasn’t just Dinosaurs that roamed the planet. Jurassic plants were in abundance such as ferns, cycads and conifers. The Wollemi Pine is one of the world’s oldest and rarest conifer trees and was considered extinct for 150 million years – it is closely associated with the…
It’s that wonderful time of year where greenery starts popping up here there and everywhere. Why not forage some delicious, fragrant wild garlic and bake some irresistible cheese scones. Wild garlic is easy to recognize, we found this great guide on the Country File website and a delicious recipe below on The National Trust website….
Why not bring your children and grandchildren to take part in this year’s Easter Egg Hunt. Hunt for the Easter eggs hidden around the nursery and complete the puzzle to win your prize! £2 per child (subject to availability, adult supervision required, not suitable for children under 3 years old). Buy tickets on the day…
This unique, seasonal class will show you how to make home made herb and flower infusions to add highly effective skincare benefits to your natural recipes. You will take a walk around the gardens at Lime Cross looking at beneficial herbs and flowering plants and build these into your own unique, tailor made skincare. You…
