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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Visitors in the grounds of Polesden Lacey, Surrey

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Polesden Lacey

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

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Hatchlands Park

Stretches of sweeping parkland sheltering a classic country house

The path down to the Azalea Steps at Winkworth Aboretum, Surrey

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Winkworth Arboretum

A landscape arboretum reflecting the colours of each changing season

A father and child flying a kite at Box Hill, Surrey

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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

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

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Clandon Park

Conserving and caring for a great house laid bare

Sun rising through the trees with Magna Carta Memorial in foreground

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Runnymede and Ankerwycke

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

A child and parent looking at marble room with white snow dusted Christmas trees

Gardens and parkland in Surrey

The house at Polesden Lacey with blue skies on a sunny day

Houses and buildings in Surrey

A family enjoying the view at Claremont Landscape Garden, Surrey

Family-friendly places to visit in Surrey

Views over the countryside from Denbies Hillside, Surrey, from trees with red and gold autumn foliage on the hill down to more autumn trees and hedges bordering fields below

Countryside and woodland in Surrey

Woodland on a bright November day at Hatchlands Park, Surrey

A Fairytale Christmas at Polesden Lacey

A Christmas extravaganza inspired by Mrs Greville’s love for entertainment and unforgettable experiences with family and friends. So spread the word with your loved ones and enjoy scenes of A Fairytale Christmas at Polesden Lacey this winter.

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Christmas at Hatchlands

This Christmas, we bring the story of The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis to Hatchlands, as the house and parkland becomes a magical backdrop for this classic adventure.

A illustration of the Snow Queen on a blue snowy background with castle

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Christmas at Claremont Landscape Garden

Claremont is the perfect picturesque landscape to get you into the festive spirit. Meet up with family and friends in this historic royal garden. Come and explore our fairy tale family trail, The Snow Queen, while taking in beautiful winter vistas and sparkling lights making Claremont a very special place to visit at this time of year.

Emley Farmhouse

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

The exterior of Garden Cottage, Dorking, Surrey

Polesden Garden Cottage

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

Yew Tree Barn

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

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The Snow Queen

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey

This Christmas at Claremont, see Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy-tale, The Snow Queen, brought to life.

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Trail - Christmas Adventure through Fairy-tales

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

This year at Polesden Lacey, our Christmas a trail takes you through many familiar fairy tales, with a map, and a book to write your own adventure.

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Narnia in the parkland at Hatchlands

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey

This winter, we invite you to step into Narnia at Hatchlands, inspired by C. S. Lewis’s beloved story The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

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Christmas Wreath Making

Polesden Lacey, near Dorking, Surrey

Join our festive wreath making workshops and make your own Christmas wreath. Morning or afternoon sessions every Tuesday and Thursday from 28 November until 14 December.

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Narnia in the house at Hatchlands

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey

This winter, we invite you to step into Narnia at Hatchlands, inspired by C. S. Lewis’s beloved story 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'.

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Willow star for Christmas

River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Guildford, Surrey

Make a large willow star covered in random weaving and decorate it with fairy lights. Hang it on your front door instead of a wreath, show it off on the top of your tree or display it on a wall all year round.