Polesden Lacey
Polesden Lacey Cafe, Polesden Lacey, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BB
Polesden Lacey is set in the glorious Surrey Hills, 25 miles from London. An ideal place for spending time with family and friends, its 1,600-acre estate is home to rare birds and butterflies and the gardens display year-round interest. The Edwardian house once belonged to socialite Maragaret Greville and overflows with fine paintings, ceramics and furniture.
On 12 and 13 September as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days, Polesden Lacey is throwing open its doors for free, with beautiful surroundings and fun activities for all ages.
Highlights:
- Join Grizwald the Griffin as he learns about the work of the gardeners Polesden Lacey. Enjoy interactive games and children’s activities inspired by nature.
- Meet members of the teams to learn more about what they do to look after Polesden Lacey
- Follow a free family trail around the grounds based on the classic characters from the Moomins
- Meet people from local groups based around Mole Valley. Find out what they do as we welcome the wider community to Polesden Lacey and celebrate local talent, creativity and expertise.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday 13 September:
- 10:00 - 17:00
Location & directions
Polesden Lacey Cafe, Polesden Lacey, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BB
- Contact on day:
- Kate Anderson
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Blue Badge parking and drop off point. Accessible toilets. Grounds partly accesible. Courtsey shuttle service (subject to volunteer availability). Mobility scooters and wheelchairs available. Accessible routes available through the pleasure grounds and formal gardens. Ground floor of house is wheelchair accessible. There are some uneven paths in the pleasure grounds, rose garden and old kitchen garden. Steps are scattered throughout the gardens but are marked on maps. Some areas have uneven terrain, especially in the pleasure grounds and old kitchen garden.
Additional information
Alongside our Heritage Open Days event, you have the opportunity to ride the Woolsey Miniature Railway! Running both days from 1030 to 1600. Train rides are £2 per person with profits going back to Polesden Lacey.
