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Surrey

The home of an Edwardian party house, the Surrey Hills and a classic landscape garden. Discover what there is to see and do in Surrey and plan a day out to remember.

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Top places to visit in Surrey

Polesden Lacey exterior of house with blue sky
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Polesden Lacey 

A 1,600-acre estate with elegant gardens, Edwardian house and plenty of room to play

near Dorking, Surrey

Fully open today
Exterior view of house with two trees in the foreground and a parterre to the right
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Hatchlands Park 

Stretches of sweeping parkland sheltering a classic country house

Guildford, Surrey

Fully open today
A view of the boathouse at Winkworth from the Azalea Steps with pink blooms of Azaleas in the foreground
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Winkworth Arboretum 

A landscape arboretum reflecting the colours of each changing season

Godalming, Surrey

Fully open today
Salomons memorial viewpoint at Box Hill with a family walking in the foreground
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Box Hill 

Panoramic views and outstanding ancient woodland

Tadworth, Surrey

Fully open today
View from top of the grass Amphitheatre at Claremont Landscape Garden, Surrey. The Amphitheatre was created around 1722 by Charles Bridgeman.
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Claremont Landscape Garden 

This grade 1 listed garden created by the great landscape designers of the 18th century charts the evolution of the English Landscape Garden

Esher, Surrey

Fully open today
Inside the house at Clandon Park, which was devastated by a fire in 2015
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Clandon Park 

Celebrating the many hands who made Clandon

Guildford, Surrey

Partially open today
Family and their dog sitting by step at Magna Carta Memorial at Runnymede
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Runnymede and Ankerwycke 

The birthplace of the Magna Carta. History, art and nature on the banks of the River Thames.

near Old Windsor, Surrey

Fully open today
Dress to Impress at Polesden Lacey
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Dress to Impress exhibition at Polesden Lacey 

Dress to Impress is a new exhibition at Polesden Lacey open every day from 2 May until 2 November, 11am to 3.30pm. Explore how fashion in art has reflected power and personality throughout history - and is inspiring a new generation. Take a captivating journey through the glamour and extravagance of fashion. Displays include opulent costumes by students from Wimbledon College of Arts, BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen, UAL.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Hatchlands Park 

Join us for one of nature’s greatest transformations as you become the world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Hatchlands Park. Wiggle along the trail to spot juicy fruits and tasty snacks before emerging as a beautiful butterfly. Free with usual admission, 10 May to 6 July

Places to stay in Surrey

The exterior of Emley Farmhouse, Surrey

Emley Farmhouse 

A charming country retreat on the edges of the South Downs.

The exterior of Polesden Garden Cottage, a regency-style villa in the grounds of the Polesden Lacey estate, Surrey

Polesden Garden Cottage 

You’ll find gorgeous views over the Polesden Lacey estate and elegant interiors in this Regency-style villa.

The exterior of Yew Tree Barn, Surrey

Yew Tree Barn 

A larch-clad barn in a peaceful spot on the Polesden Lacey Estate, with a contemporary interior and lovely views.

Find your local Surrey supporter group

Visitors, wearing hard hats, on a tour of the cellars at Hatchlands Park, Surrey
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Supporter groups in Surrey 

There are eight National Trust supporter groups in Surrey and you can join one to meet like-minded people, make new friends and learn more about the work of the National Trust.

Upcoming events

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Hatchlands Park 

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey

Join us for one of nature’s greatest transformations as you become the world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.

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12 May to 6 Jul 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 55 other dates or times
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Exhibition - Dress to Impress 

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

Join us for a wonderful new exhibition, showcasing fashion in Polesden Lacey.

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12 May to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 15:30
+ 174 other dates or times
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Meditative evening nature walk at Denbies Hillside 

Denbies Hillside, near Dorking, Surrey

Area Ranger Natasha will lead a small group on a gentle meditative stroll over the beautiful Denbies Hillside.

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12 May to 8 Sep 2025
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18:00 to 19:00
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Dog Walking Group 

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

Join the Dog Walking Group on an energetic walk around the estate with your canine friend on the second Tuesday of the month.

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13 May to 9 Dec 2025
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09:30 to 11:00
+ 7 other dates or times
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Tuesday Tree Walk 

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey

Join one of our fabulous Heritage Volunteers for a guided walk at Claremont

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13 May to 10 Jun 2025
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11:00 to 12:00
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Passion, Wisdom & Violence: Titian and Venice in the Cobbe Collection 

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey

An exhibition presented by Alec Cobbe, bringing together eight important works from the Cobbe Collection, including some that are on display to the public for the first time.

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13 May to 28 Sep 2025
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12:00 to 16:00
+ 127 other dates or times
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Story Explorers - fun for pre-schoolers - 2025 

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

Bring your little story explorers for a morning of fun with a story, rhymes and a fun nature-based craft activity. Wednesdays in term time from 7 May to 25 June 10.30-12:00.

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14 May to 25 Jun 2025
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10:30 to 12:00
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Curators' talk on Dress to Impress: Fashion in Art 

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

Find out how Dress to Impress was brought to life in a one-hour talk led by two of the National Trust curators behind this fascinating exhibition.

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14 May 2025
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12:00 to 13:00
Image shows three women enjoying a walk through the woodland on a summer's day.

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.