What's on at Polesden Lacey
Polesden Lacey's Rose Festival
Prepare to be tickled pink, white and yellow by the gorgeous blooms on show.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 31 other dates
10:00-17:00
Join us behind the scenes at Polesden Lacey
This year we’re sharing the secrets that keep a country estate great, taking you beyond the scone.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 160 other dates
10:00-17:00
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Especially for pre-school toddlers from 18 months old, we are again holding Teddy Bears' Picnics at Polesden Lacey.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 4 other dates
10:30-11:30
New Pop-up Conservation Studio
In our pop-up conservation studio you’ll be able to see how we care for pieces in our collection, from silver to priceless books and works of art. Have a go yourself – we’ll show you how.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 70 other dates
12:30-16:30
Unseen spaces garden tour
Join a garden guide as they take you behind the scenes in this exclusive tour.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 28 other dates
12:45-13:45
Unseen Spaces Tours 2019
We are continuing to work towards 'unlocking' more rooms in Polesden Lacey House, guest bedrooms, corridors, & the King's suite, for everyone to enjoy.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
+ 71 other dates
14:15-14:15
Pop-up Shakespeare 2019
Pop Up Shakespeare, in collaboration with the Cat's Grin Theatre company, continues this year from 1.30pm on 15th and 22nd June.
Sat 22 Jun 2019
13:30-16:30
Trust10 10K runs
Are you a regular runner looking for a challenge? Our 10k trail runs give you the opportunity to train for the next big event, or keep fit whilst enjoying the beautiful surroundings of some of our special places.
Sun 23 Jun 2019
+ 6 other dates
08:30-11:00
Lazy Jazz Sundays
Enjoy a lazy afternoon listening to live music every Sunday this summer as well as August Bank Holiday Monday.
Sun 23 Jun 2019
+ 13 other dates
14:00-16:00
The Ramblers Walk
Come and join us on a wonderful walk around the Polesden Lacey estate.
Wed 26 Jun 2019
+ 6 other dates
09:30-11:00
Photography Workshops
Get the best from your camera with one of our own photographers. Understand what all the camera controls do and how they relate to one another. We will cover portraiture, landscape, action, flash and low light photography.
Wed 26 Jun 2019
+ 5 other dates
10:00-16:30
Meet a Polesden Gardener
A series of short talks run by Polesden's knowledgeable gardeners, each highlighting different points of interest around our wonderful garden through the seasons.
Wed 26 Jun 2019
+ 5 other dates
12:00-12:15
Meet Mrs Greville’s Gardeners
For the first time you’ll be able to meet the Head Gardeners of the past and hear their stories. Our costumed interpreters will bring these characters to life.
Wed 26 Jun 2019
+ 9 other dates
14:30-15:00
Polesden Lacey Shakespeare: Love's Labours Lost
Come and enjoy open air theatre In the glorious setting of Polesden Lacey. This year our Shakespeare play is Love's Labours Lost.
Sat 29 Jun 2019
+ 3 other dates
14:30-17:30
Summer Butterfly Ranger Walk
Come and enjoy a guided walk on our wider estate with one of our knowledgeable and experienced Rangers, and discover the beautiful butterflies that live on the Polesden Lacey estate while walking though our lovely countryside.
Sun 30 Jun 2019
11:00-13:00
Rose Festival: horticulture photography workshop
Learn how to take great flower and plant pictures : Make the best use of your camera and learn about the importance of backgrounds and suitable lighting for this kind of photography.
Mon 01 Jul 2019
10:00-16:00
Silver Strollers
This is our social walking group for active older walkers covering the stunning and occasionally hilly terrain of the Surrey Hills. Enjoy a scenic guided walk in good company on the first Friday of every month.
Fri 05 Jul 2019
+ 5 other dates
10:00-11:00
Meet a Polesden Ranger - family activity
Our rangers are the superheroes of the woodland!
Sat 06 Jul 2019
+ 2 other dates
11:30-13:00
National Meadow Day
To celebrate National Meadow Day we are hosting a guided walk led by our ranger. Come and help celebrate our chalk grassland restoration project and enjoy our wildflower meadows and their wildlife.
Sat 06 Jul 2019
13:00-14:00
Dog Walking Club
Join us on a walk of the estate with your canine friends on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Tue 09 Jul 2019
+ 5 other dates
09:30-10:30
Bat Walks
Discover these wonderful creatures on our Ranger-guided walks. See the bats dart and dive and hear their 'silent' nocturnal calls with special detectors.
Wed 07 Aug 2019
+ 9 other dates
20:30-22:30
Polesden's Biomass energy centre tour
In early 2017, Polesden Lacey switched from oil heating to biomass boilers. As part of the National Trust’s Renewable Energy Investment project, we have removed all our oil heating from our in-hand buildings and now run off wood chip.
Mon 12 Aug 2019
10:30-11:15