West Sussex garden wins prestigious Royal Horticultural Society title
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A popular garden in West Sussex has been named Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)’s 2026 partner garden for the South East and Channel Islands.
Denmans Gardens in Arundel was up against fierce competition from more than 240 gardens in the Partner Garden of the Year 2026 competition, which celebrates exceptional gardens which champion nature across the UK and overseas.
A nationwide public vote ran from April until September and a winner was selected from each of the UK’s six regions, alongside an overall winner. Denmans Garden has received a special plaque to display.
The award highlights the important role Denmans plays in bringing visitors closer to nature through wildlife-friendly gardening, interesting planting schemes and initiatives that support biodiversity. It also offers inspiration for visitors looking to discover some of the most remarkable green spaces in the UK and overseas.
The RHS said of Denmans Garden: “Denmans supports wildlife throughout the year with planting that offers colour and nourishment even in the colder months. Pollinator plants, fungus habitats, bug boxes and bird feeders attract a wide range of species, while hedgehog, bat and bee boxes create vital shelter.
"Two ponds and water stations support amphibians and small mammals. Electric tools, peat-free compost, organic mulches and careful pruning help the garden flourish while keeping disturbance low.”
For more information, or to book tickets, see the Royal Horticultural Society website.