St Ann's Well Gardens
St Ann's Well Gardens, not far from Hove seafront, is a treat for the tree-lover and will appeal to young and old alike.
There is a wide range of native and exotic trees giving the gardens their unique character and providing shelter and tranquillity for wildlife.
Nature conservation is important in the park - there are designated fenced off areas, a scented garden for the visually impaired and a well stocked pond with a biological filter system.
The Park Rangers work closely with local schools, providing an area that the children have designed themselves.
We've installed new bat and wildlife-friendly lighting in the park’s central pathway. The new low energy shielded lights are set to come on at dusk and switch off at 8pm to cut out light pollution and protect biodiversity in the park.
It is one of eight parks in the city recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme.
Welcome to St Ann's Well Gardens
You can get into St Ann's Well Gardens from Somerhill Road, Nizells Avenue and Furze Hill.
St Ann's Well Gardens is one of our accessible parks. Find out more about parks with disabled access in Brighton & Hove.
Volunteer and get involved
- You can find out more about volunteering opportunities, get details of the history of St Ann's Well gardens, and explore much more other information about this valued community park from the Friends of St.Ann's Well Gardens page
- Visit our parks volunteering web page
Opening times
Park: Always open
The Garden Cafe: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm (more details under 'Services', below).
Facilities
Sports Facilities
- Children's playground. Find out more about the city's playgrounds
- Tennis Courts x8
- Orienteering
Services
- Toilets. Find out more about public toilets in the city
- The Garden Cafe, located on Somerhill Road, Hove, BN3 1RP. Telephone 01273 735187
Points of Interest
- Fish pond
- Sensory garden
- Conservation area
Report a problem in the park
Have you found a problem at the park? If so, contact us using our online Cityparks problem report form .
Getting here
You can get into St Ann's Well Gardens from Somerhill Road, Nizells Avenue and Furze Hill.
- View map of the park's location
- Download a guide to St.Ann's Well gardens (PDF 2.2MB) to print off and bring with you.
Bus
The number 7 and 81B buses go near the park every few minutes during the day. Further information and timetables available from the Brighton & Hove Bus company.
Cycling
There are cycle parking stands by the tennis courts and also outside the café.
Download your city cycling map here and visit our cycling page for more information on cycling around the city.
Cars
There is Pay and Display parking available along Somerhill Road and Nizells Avenue.
Don't miss this...
One of the most unique elements of St Ann's is the large population of Grey Squirrels that live within its many trees, causing local residents to nickname it "Squirrel Park".
The park is also famous for its Saxon 'Chalybeate' (iron bearing) spring, later known as St Ann's Well. The spring is also thought to be the starting point of a ley line that continues over the South Downs and beyond.
You can also donate a Tree at this park.
Get involved and find out more
- Park Rangers - What are they doing in your area?