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Surrey

Polesden Lacey

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

Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BD

The entrance to the house at Polesden Lacey

Important notice

The main car park is undergoing tarmac repairs on rows 2 and 3. There will be times when these rows will not be available. There is still plenty of parking, including accessibility parking. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Planning your visit

Illustration from The Tiger Who Came to Tea
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New: The Tiger Who Came to Tea at Polesden Lacey 

Explore this very special teatime story through extracts and illustrations from Judith Kerr’s classic story, The Tiger Who Came to Tea, on a family trail around the downstairs of the house and gardens, produced in partnership with HarperCollins Publishers. 16 September to 3 November, free with usual admission.

Artist Luke Adam Hawker drawing a tree
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The Last Tree and The Art of Nature Exhibition 

From 27 April - 25 October 2024 join us for a special collaboration with best-selling author and renowned artist Luke Adam Hawker. Discover the beauty of nature through art as you view some of the most loved original illustrations and pages from his book ‘The Last Tree’.

An autumn wreath

Upcoming Events 

Are you looking for a special day out? Find out more about upcoming events here. Whether it's a ranger tour of the woodlands, an explorer workshop for pre-schoolers or autumn wreath-making, there's something for everyone.

Family walking in the gardens at Polesden Lacey with trees in the background.
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Family-friendly things to do at Polesden Lacey 

Make the most of cosy autumnal days with the whole family at Polesden Lacey. From the play area at Kestrel Corner, to stomping through the leaves on countryside walks, there's plenty of space to play, have fun and get closer to nature.

Visitors and a dog in the parkland in autumn at Polesden Lacey, Surrey
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Visiting Polesden Lacey with your dog 

Polesden Lacey is a three pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome in large parts of the garden and wider 1,600-acre estate at Polesden Lacey. Pick up a dog walkers’ leaflet when you arrive or download the guide before you visit.

Visitors taking part in a guided walk around Tarn Hows, Cumbria
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Group visits to Polesden Lacey 

Discover everything you need to know about bringing your group to Polesden Lacey, including length of visit, prices and how to book

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Visitor Map, House and Gardens 2023 

Explore what there is to do and see at Polesden Lacey.

Two adult visitors looking at each other and laughing as they stand atop the Gatehouse at Charlecote Park, Warwickshire

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