Polesden Lacey

The house is closed at the moment but the garden, estate, toilets and food and drink outlets at Polesden Lacey are open. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. However, where space is available on weekdays, pre-booking may not always be necessary. 

Explore the house at Polesden Lacey to see rooms beautifully bedecked with sparkling Christmas trees and festive finery. Embark on a Peter Rabbit™ winter adventure activity trail in the grounds. Come along and celebrate the timeless traditions of Christmas, which we make new each year.

Try our Big Walk downloadable trail this winter. It’s the perfect way to get some fresh air and enjoy fabulous views across Ranmore Common and Denbies Hillside.

Our café has reopened and will initially be serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and light 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.

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.

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.