Places Of Interest

RHS Garden Wisley – open Mon – Fri 10.00 – 16.30 Sat & Sun 09.00 – 16.30 (last entry 15.30)
Admission - Free if you are a member or Adult £18.50, Child £9.25 (slightly more for gift aid)
Address - RHS Garden Wisley, Wisley Lane Surrey GU23 6QB (MAP). 20 Minutes (8 Miles) from site.
Website - https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley
People come to Wisley for so many reasons – to enjoy and learn about our renowned plant collections, to get advice and inspiration for their own gardens, to take part in workshops and events, to spend time with family and friends, and simply to relax among beautiful surroundings. From its beginnings, Wisley has been about plantsmanship and experimentation, and it continues in that spirit today. In summer 2021, we opened RHS Hilltop – The Home of Gardening Science, a state-of-the-art science building surrounded by three spectacular new gardens that embrace the latest ideas in horticulture, as well as opening our new Trials Garden.
 

Hatchlands Park – Open 10.00 – 17.00
National trust
(house not always open, Check before you go!)
Admission – Adult £12.00, Child £6.00. (slightly more if gift aid) not sure if this includes house or just gardens.
Address - East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7RT (MAP) 12 minutes (4 Miles) from site.
Website - https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/surrey/hatchlands-park
Hatchlands Park was built in the 1750s for naval hero Admiral Edward Boscawen and his wife Fanny, since then it has housed wealthy families, a finishing school for girls and even a printing press. Today you can visit the parkland or stop for coffee in the Kitchen Café all year round. You can also see inside our house on six afternoons a week, between March and October. Take the time to wander through our 400 acres of rolling parkland and woodland, one of the largest country estates in the area and full of year round seasonal colour. You can follow waymarked walks, enjoy the tranquillity of our garden, discover areas of the park partly landscaped by Humphry Repton or bring the family to experience our natural adventure area for children.
 

Newlands Corner –
Address - Albury Downs, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8SE (MAP). 13 minuites (6 Miles) from site.
Website - https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/culture-and-leisure/countryside/sites/visitor-information/newlands-corner
This Surrey flagship site has been a well-known and much-loved space for public use for many years situated above Chilworth and Albury villages outside Guildford. It is right in the heart of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) with many viewpoints and benches, facilities, large areas of woodland, some of them ancient, and chalk downland on the lower grassy slopes.
 

Stoke Park – open daily from 8am. The gardens close at dusk/8pm or whichever is sooner.
Address - Nightingale Rd, Guildford GU1 1ER (MAP) 17 Minuites (8.2Miles) from site.
Website - https://www.guildford.gov.uk/article/25340/Visiting-Stoke-Park
Stoke park is Guildford's largest and most popular award winning park. There are 52 hectares of unspoiled rolling grassland and open views across Guildford. Why not explore our recently restored Japanese garden or cool off on a hot day in the paddling pool? You can play minigolf, have fun in the playground, enjoy snacks at the park kiosk, relax in our rose garden or enjoy walking your dog in the 52 hectares (dogs must be kept on lead in our gardens). There is something for everyone at Stoke Park.
 

Newark Priory –
The ruins of Newark Priory are located between Ripley and Pyrford in Surrey. Newark Priory was one of the monasteries that was dissolved during the reign of King Henry VIII. Today Newark Priory is listed as a Grade 1 Ancient Monument. It is located upon private land but can be viewed whilst walking along the river Wey between Pyrford and Ripley.
Address - Newark Ln, Near Ripley Surrey, Ripley GU23 6DP (MAP). 10 Minutes (4.2 Miles) from Site.
Taken from a review - Amazing priory, great views from tow path of River Wey, very remote location, unfortunately you cannot visit the priory as it’s on private land. But never the less well worth a stroll along the tow path to get the stunning views of quite a substantial ruined priory.
 

Brooklands Museum – Open 10.00 – 17.00
Admission (purchased in advance) Adult £22.70, Children 4-17 £9.50 under 4’s Free. Address - Brooklands Dr, Weybridge KT13 0SL (MAP). 22 Minutes (8 Miles) from Site.
Website - https://www.brooklandsmuseum.com/
Step back in time to the days of innovation, determination and record-breaking on the site of the world’s first race track. Discover supersonic flight with Concorde and get up close to the aircraft designed, built and flown at Brooklands. Explore the historic site brought to life through interactive collections of motor vehicles, aircraft and real-life experiences. Hear the stories of the pioneering men and women that shaped the world of motoring and aviation. Re-live the thrills and glamour of speed and flight, from over 100 years of great British history at Brooklands Museum.
 
Painshill – Open 10.00 – 18.00 last entry at 16.00
Admission – Adult £11.00, Concessions £10.00, Children £6.00.Under 5’s Free (purchased in advance)  HHA (Private)
Address – Painshill Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1JE Closest sat nav ref is KT11 1BE (MAP) 12 Minutes (4.5 Miles) from site.
Website - https://www.painshill.co.uk/


Painshill is an award-winning 18th century landscape garden where you are invited to walk around a work of art. Winding paths will take you on a journey to discover a living canvas with beautiful vistas and dramatically placed garden buildings. Stroll around the Serpentine Lake, wander through woodland and promenade past follies, including the Ruined Abbey, Gothic Temple and Turkish Tent. It’s a photographer’s paradise where, with each turn you take, you will discover a picture perfect view. Offering everything from history to outdoor play, Painshill is a day out that delights every member of the family. Buy a day ticket to experience an important piece of English heritage or become a member and enjoy seeing the seasons change.   A Grade I listed landscape garden, Painshill was created between 1738 and 1773 by the Honourable Charles Hamilton after he was inspired by landscape painting. From the sparkling Crystal Grotto to the enchanting Gothic Tower, each of the beautifully unique buildings celebrates a different styles of architecture. Other key features include the Waterwheel, a quaint Hermitage hidden in the woods and the Painshill Vineyard. Find out more about the history of the landscape and Hamilton’s vision by downloading the audio tour. For families there is a natural play area and wildlife spotting trails as well as wildflower meadows in which to run around in and get

back to nature. Dogs are very welcome, on short leads. You can enjoy a walk for 2 – 3 hours at Painshill or there are shorter accessible routes. Make it a full day out by bringing a picnic or visiting Mr Hamilton’s Tea Room for some delicious treats and refreshments. Don’t forget to pop by the Painshill Garden Shop to view an extensive range of gifts, souvenirs, decorations and even Painshill’s very own Sparkling Wine.
 
 
National Trust - Polesden Lacey – Open Various check website.
Admission – Adult £15.00, Child £7.50,
Address - Polesden Rd, Great Bookham, Leatherhead RH5 6BD (MAP) 17 Minutes (6.6 Miles) from Site.
Website - http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey

In the Surrey Hills, just 25 miles from London, Polesden Lacey is ideal for spending time with family and friends. The genius of the garden is its setting with glorious views of Ranmore Common and rolling parkland. A landscape virtually unchanged since medieval times. Daffodils fill the lawns in spring, whilst the summer highlights are the abundant Rose garden and stunning herbaceous borders. Deckchairs on the South Lawn make it easy to take in the far-reaching views; perfect for picnics or grab a scoop of local dairy ice cream.  Autumn offers golden colour across the landscape and from December the winter garden brings colour and fragrance. The house was the weekend retreat of Margaret Greville. From brewer’s daughter to friend of Kings and Queens, the house is overflowing in rich social history.  Remodelled by architects Mewès and Davis, hot off their successful refurbishment of the Ritz hotel, the house interiors are a showpiece in their own right, brimming with opulence and luxury.  Margaret Greville was a wealthy and discerning collector of art and objects.  In her lifetime she amassed a surprisingly varied collection including Dutch and British Masters, Italian and Sicilian Maiolica and fine French furniture. Join a guided tour in the mornings or wander through at your leisure in the afternoons. Boasting a large shop and plant sales, there is bound to be something to inspire you from your visit.
 
 

Windsor Castle – Open 10.00 – 17.15 Last admission 16.00
Admission – Adult £30.00, Young person (18-24) £19.50, Child (5-17) £15.00 Under 5 Free. (purchased in advance)
Address - Windsor SL4 1NJ There is no visitor car parking at the Castle, so we recommend you use public car parks in the town centre. Details about parking in Windsor town centre can be found onwww.windsor.gov.uk (MAP) 44 Minutes (23 Miles) From Site.
Website - https://www.rct.uk/visit/windsor-castle
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 40 monarchs.

 
Wakehurst – Open 10.00 – 16.30 (last entry 16.00)
(Kew Gardens)
Admission – Adult £16.50, Young person (17-25) £8.25, Child (0-16) Free
Address - Selsfield Rd, Haywards Heath RH17 6TN (MAP) 52 Minuites (37.3 Miles) from Site.
Website - http://www.kew.org/wakehurst
Taken from a recent review - Beautiful house and beautiful gardens. So much more to see than you can fit in on one visit. Would be good to compare different seasons too. Absolute highlight was the canopy walk up in the roof of the manor house to see the repairs in progress?