Beyond Brighton
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Reopened 2019
About Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens reopened in 2019 after a closure of ten years. Its lakes and woodland gardens are at their best in spring, and you can visit the wallaby enclosure at midday. See its site for seasons and events.
Why it's on our list
- Lakes and woodland
- Wallabies
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Preston Park13 miCar or taxi 60 min
- Hove Lawns14 miCar or taxi 66 min
- The North Laine14 miCar or taxi 67 min
- Brighton i36015 miCar or taxi 68 min
- Brighton Dome15 miCar or taxi 68 min
- Royal Pavilion15 miCar or taxi 68 min
- The Lanes15 miCar or taxi 68 min
- Palace Pier15 miCar or taxi 70 min
Railway stations
- Preston Park station13 miCar or taxi 60 min
- Hove station13 miCar or taxi 63 min
- London Road (Brighton) station14 miCar or taxi 64 min
- Brighton station14 miCar or taxi 66 min
Airports
- Gatwick Airport9.8 miCar or taxi 47 min