What’s On This May
Explore the best of West Sussex and discover the top events at Cowdray Estate and beyond this May. Looking for somewhere to stay?
May brings t-shirt weather, longer days and the promise of two glorious bank holiday weekends; fill them with fun, culinary treats and cultural charm here at Treehouse Retreats. Whether you’re settling down on a picnic blanket or a yoga mat, breath in the beautiful month of May and all it has to offer. Here are our top suggestions of things to do near us.
Fridays & Saturdays in May, 04:00PM - 08:00PM | Cowdray Farm Shop & Café
The sweet smell of melting mozzarella and woodsmoke will drift throughout Cowdray on Fridays and Saturdays from 4pm, as the oven in the Farm Shop courtyard is back in business. Tuck into delicious wood fired pizza, home-made from the finest ingredients, available to take-away and enjoy from the candlelit balcony of your treehouse.
16th May, 06:30PM - 09:45PM | Petworth House
This deeply moving and expertly curated sequence of concerts will be held between the grand state rooms of Petworth House. Grab a drink and wander the Pleasure Gardens in the evening sunshine before immersing yourself in a wide variety of beautifully performed compositions, delivered to you by young musicians from the Royal Academy of Music.
30th May, 07:00PM - 09:00PM | Petworth House
Cosy up under a blanket beneath the evening sky for this outdoor performance of one of Shakespeare’s finest comedies, from the grounds of Petworth House. Put on by the HandleBards, a four-strong troupe of actors cycling their entire show around the UK in the name of sustainability, the evening is sure to be packed with energy, laughter and a healthy dose of chaos.
24th May, 11:00AM - 12:00PM | Cowdray Ruins
Wander back through time and discover the ways of life at Cowdray under Tudor reign. This guided walk will take you to the front of the ruins and the Tudor Kitchen, and divulge some of the events that took place there centuries ago. It will last 45 minutes, and it suitable for ages 8 and over.
25th May, 10:00AM - 06:00PM | Cowdray Hall
Nourish your body and soul with this day of self-kindness in nature. A day peppered with deeply rejuvenating yoga, delicious culinary offerings, wild foraging, cooking, playfulness and connection. If you’re looking for a way to fill up your cup and give back to yourself this Spring, join us at Cowdray Hall with wellness experts Meg & Sylvia.
17th May, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM | Cowdray Hall
Join us for a rejuvenating day of yoga and Ayurveda, expertly designed to restore balance and harmony. Explore how Ayurveda’s ancient wisdom can support your well-being through tailored yoga, nutrition, and seasonal practices. Enjoy energizing flow, restorative Yin, and relaxation sessions, insightful Ayurveda talks over refreshments, nourishing meals, and a closing sound bath. Open to all levels - come and unwind, learn, and restore.
When the sun sinks and you’re ready to rest your eyes, head back to one of our treehouses on the Cowdray Estate. Soak off the day in your private outdoor bathtub up in the treetops then fall into soft linens, ready to start the adventures again tomorrow. Crisp morning stomps through the woodland followed by lazy afternoons in the local pub garden. There’s no better place to call your base this Spring as your explore the beauty of West Sussex.
