Play Around at Polesden Lacey, Near Dorking
Once described as a ‘delicious house’ by the Queen Mother, Polesden Lacey is a gorgeous place to spend a day, with plenty of places to play and picnic.
The House and Lawn
with views over the surrounding hills, which you can enjoy from deckchairs.
The Walks
There are various signposted walks around the gardens and wider estate.
Natural Play Areas
Scattered along the trails are natural play areas to enjoy with stumps, logs, dens
Kestrel Corner Play Area
Kestrel Corner Play Area is a wooden play area that is an easy ten minute walk from the house.
It has equipment including a wooden multiplay with a slide and musical instruments, an obstacle course, swings and a tunnel.
Special Activities
As for many National Trust properties, Polesden Lacey runs activities for various age ranges throughout the year, which are listed on their website.
When we visited there was a trail through the grounds with activities at each station, including hide and seek, cars to drive and lawn games.
The Paths
There are various footpaths around the grounds – some are surfaced, some gravel and some earth and grass. We did not have any access problems and used an all-terrain buggy.
Visit the Polesden Lacey website
Further Information
Nearest Town: Great Bookham, near Dorking
County: Berkshire
Nearest Postcode: RH5 6BD
Adult Cost Range: From £15
Child Cost Range: From £8
Free if: Under 5 or with National Trust membership
Opens: Daily (with some winter closures)
Where to Eat: There is a cafe, food vendors and you can bring a picnic.
Facilities: Snacks, ice cream, a shop, picnic areas toilets and accessible toilets.
How Long We Spent There: A full day.
Buggies: Buggy friendly.
Parking: There is a good sized car park.
Cost of Parking: £4 or free with National Trust membership
Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies, bees, insects and birds.
Information Written: April 2023
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