Stunningly beautiful lavender farm 6 minutes from Croydon with 25 acres to explore

If you’re running out of ideas on how to enjoy the influx of beautiful weather London has received this week, then located a short distance from Croydon you’ll find something pretty awesome. Located just six minutes’ drive from Purley lies a serene paradise waiting to be discovered.

Mayfield Lavender Farm & Fields is located in Banstead and is home to 25 acres of lavender fields. It really is a stone’s throw from the neighborhood; simply head towards Foxley Lane and take the first exit from the roundabout onto Carshalton Road – it’s remarkably close.

As summer finally begins to make an appearance, this picturesque lavender farm has once again opened its doors, inviting visitors to take the trip and immerse themselves in its sea of ​​organic purple and the soothing scent of lavender.

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The farm offers city dwellers the perfect escape into nature without having to venture miles to find the countryside. At the farm, you’ll be met with rows upon rows of lavender to explore and pick. Although picnicking is not allowed, you can find a shop and cafe with their signature specialties of lavender cream teas, unique lavender cider and a selection of oils. and hand creams.

You can also pay £3 per person to take a tractor ride through the fields and really take in the sights and smells of different varieties of lavender, as well as bees and butterflies, as reported by Surrey Live. On that note, the farm makes visitors aware of their many honey bees who love their lavender, hopefully, as much as you do.

However, don’t worry as these bees are not aggressive and will only harm in self-defense. If you live in Croydon and fancy this well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of the city, then take the 166 bus from West Croydon bus station and arrive straight outside the gates of this peaceful sanctuary.

With lavender typically blooming in mid to late June, the peak period is July and August, so now is the perfect time to experience nature’s benefits and find yourself in the lavender-infused air at Mayfield Lavender Farm & Fields.

Planning your visit:

Location : Mayfield Lavender Farm, 1 Carshalton Road, Banstead, SM7 3JA.

Entrance fee : £5 per person with FREE entry for children under 12.

When : Now through August (keep checking their site for when they will be harvesting the farm).

Opening time : Mon-Sun 9:00-18:00, but note that it can be very busy on weekends.

Parking : Entrance fee including parking.

dog : Yes, but they must always be in the lead.

Accessibility : The farm has handicap parking close to the entrance, but unstable ground that may require care.

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