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Summer of Play at Polesden Lacey

Summer of Play is back at Polesden Lacey! This summer, we’re creating an exciting hub of play in Crab Apple Orchard.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Grizwald the Griffin wants to find out what his friends in the outdoor teams do and how they look after Polesden Lacey. Spend long summer days playing games and enjoying activities inspired by the work carried out by the fantastic rangers and gardeners who look after Polesden Lacey's outside spaces.

Booking is not required and the games are free. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

Whilst we have done our best to keep this event accessible, the ground in Crab Apple Orchard is on grass and can be uneven at times. We have an off-road wheelchair available to use if required. Pre-book by calling us to guarantee it's available.

Upcoming events

We're Going on a Bear Hunt 

Follow a free family trail around the pleasure grounds based on the classic children’s story, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.

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on
11 Sep to 9 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 59 other dates or times

Meet the Gardeners - Production Garden 

Every Thursday from 3 July to 23 October (11am-12pm) a gardener from the Production Garden team will answer your questions about how we look after this part of the garden and show you how enjoyable it is to grow your own produce.

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on
11 Sep to 23 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 6 other dates or times

Exhibition - Dress to Impress 

Join us for a wonderful new exhibition, showcasing fashion in Polesden Lacey.

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on
11 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 52 other dates or times

Photography Workshop 

Learn to take great photos with the help of our award-winning photographer. One-day workshops taking place on selected dates from May to December 2025.

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on
12 Sep to 12 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times