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The garden at Polesden Lacey has something to offer in every season. Take in the views over Ranmore Common from the South Lawn, indulge in the peace and quiet in the Old Kitchen Garden and Upper Sunken Garden, or soak up the colour and scent around the Rose Garden and double herbaceous borders. There's always something beautiful to enjoy.
Polesden Lacey is a beautiful place to be as the seasons transition from summer into Autumn. See the changing landscapes as nature begins to prepare itself for the winter months, offering perfect opportunities for autumnal photos, long fresh air walks and collecting conkers.
As the temperature begins to fall so do the leaves. As you wander around don’t forget to listen to the crisp crunching sounds of the leaves and look up to see them twirling around as they fall to the ground.
One of the best views at Polesden Lacey is the show stopping autumn colours of the wider estate, seen from the outlook of South Lawn, offering rich burnt oranges, amber reds and golden yellows. Long Walk offers one of the best views, with a couple of benches at the viewpoint to really take in and enjoy the view of the changing seasons.
Seasonal vegetables are growing in the kitchen garden, including a row of bright orange pumpkins laying on a hay beds in time for Halloween. Home Farm Orchard can be found beyond the kitchen garden, full of heavy branched apple trees, ready to harvest up to late October.
Look out for seed heads from summer blooms and trees as you walk through the grounds. They’re a perfect source of food for wildlife and you may spot birds pecking at the seeds and squirrels nibbling beneath the sweet chestnut trees.
Lime Walk slowly transitions from a vibrant green, shaded walkway into a close knit tunnel of yellow, brown and red leaves, with a warm autumnal glow.
As you walk around the gardens you may find fungi growing in certain areas. The autumn months provide the perfect conditions, namely a moist and mild climate, for fungi to flourish.
After the summer roses have stopped blooming, look out for vibrant red rose hips.
Find out when Polesden Lacey is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Take a peaceful walk in the woodland and explore Polesden Lacey’s wonderfully diverse 1,600-acre estate to discover birds, butterflies and beautiful viewpoints.
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.
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