Polesden Lacey

The house is closed at the moment but the gardens, wider estate and toilets at Polesden Lacey remain open for local visitors to access fresh air and open space for exercise, in line with government guidance. The coffee shop is open serving a limited take-away menu. Please continue to book your visits in advance. Thank you for helping us remain open safely by following Government guidance and staying local.

Find out what to expect on your visit to Polesden Lacey, how we're keeping visitors, volunteers and staff safe, how to book your ticket, what's open and more.

We welcome dogs in a large area of the gardens and on the wider estate. Find out more about visiting Polesden Lacey with your dog here. For more information, please pick up a dog walkers leaflet when you arrive at Polesden Lacey.

Although nature is resting, there's plenty to enjoy out on the estate in winter. Here are some winter walks to enjoy at Polesden Lacey. Our waymarked trails are signposted on the estate but the other walks are not. Please download the map and instructions before you visit and take a look at the map of the grounds, which you can also download here.

Enjoy winter days and plan ahead for February half term with these '50 things to do before your're 11 and 3/4' activities to enjoy at Polesden Lacey (and anywhere else).

Discover the tranquility and beauty of Graham Stuart Thomas' winter garden at Polesden Lacey - the only winter garden designed by Thomas left in existence.

Our coffee shop is open, serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and light snacks. The kiosk in the grounds is open, weather dependant, serving hot and cold drinks and snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’re only accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you will support us to make this a safe experience for everyone. To be assured entry, please book ahead.

Whether it's a present for a loved one or a treat for yourself, a snuggly throw or an inspiring cookbook: our online shop is packed with great gift ideas. And what's more 100% of profits supports the work we do to care for the nation's nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.

For 125 years, people like you have helped us protect some of the UK's best-loved places. Everyone needs nature, beauty and green spaces now more than ever. But our income has dropped sharply due to the coronavirus crisis, and our essential conservation work is at risk. Please give what you can to help us look after these places, so people and nature can thrive

As we gradually and safely open more of the places we care for, there’ll be more opportunities to explore gardens and parklands near you. If you’re a member, you can access all these places free, together with most National Trust car parks. It’s so important for everyone to have fresh air, birdsong, big skies and open spaces to enjoy. Your membership will go towards looking after all of this for generations to come.

From a quiet childhood in Scotland, Margaret Greville climbed the social ladder to become one of the most popular socialites in the Edwardian era.

Come and explore Polesden Lacey's royal connections. The Duke and Duchess of York, later known as King George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, had their honeymoon here. The south terrace, seen here, is just the same today.

Stay in our idyllic Garden Cottage, tucked away in a quiet corner of our formal gardens, just past Mrs Greville's Edwardian rose garden.

We've partnered with Embers Camping to offer a unique new camping experience at Polesden Lacey for those who love the outdoors.