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Notice: Don't miss the Tribute to the Spitfire event 6-8 July, see special events under things to see & do for details.

Enjoy an Edwardian estate designed as the perfect party location

Polesden Lacey is a beautiful country house and gardens only four miles from Dorking and junction 9 of the M25, and a great place to come with your friends and family. 

It was bought by Mrs Greville, an Edwardian hostess, in 1906 and re-modelled to be the perfect setting for her famous weekend parties where she entertained royalty, politicians and the best of society. 

Lose yourself on the estate with its many walks and stunning views across the Surrey Hills, or marvel at the lavishly decorated rooms in the house.

Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse...

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Tulip mania

15,000 tulips make an amazing display at Polesden Lacey © National Trust

Come to Polesden from mid April to see the tulips in all their glory

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45,000 people enjoyed the spectacular display of coloured tulips at Polesden last year, and our gardeners have been hard at work planting the 150m border with another 15,000 bulbs, donated by de Jager. The tulip festival is due to run from mid April to mid May but is weather dependent, so see the current photo on our garden page or call 01372 452048 to find out the latest.

Tribute to the Spitfire

Spitfire flying low over Polesden Lacey © National Trust

Includes a flypast every lunchtime

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A spectaculr 1940s style event at Polesden, dedicated to the iconic Spitfire is predicted to be sell-out this summer.  Make sure you don't miss out.

Fun, whatever the weather

Visit us, come rain or shine © National Trust

Explore the house or enjoy the outdoors

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The house has beautiful interiors and fun activities for all the family. Or put on your wellies and mac and brave the rain. We've both formal gardens and acres of countryside, so don't let the puddles stop you enjoying them. We even have a shop that sells everything you need for all kinds of outdoor activities.