Hatchlands Park - National Trust
Guildford, Surrey
About Hatchlands Park - National Trust
Hatchlands Park offers a fantastic family day out in Surrey, with 400 acres of parkland and woodland, scenic walking trails and plenty of space for outdoor adventures.
Families can explore Wizard Wix's natural adventure play area featuring balance beams, stepping stones, a tree house and a bug burrow. Seasonal trails, family events and the chance to spot resident donkeys make Hatchlands Park a great place for children to play, explore and connect with nature.
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WHAT'S ON THIS SUMMER
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Summer of Play
Date: 18 July–6 September
Time: 10am–4.30pm
Price: Included with normal admission (free for National Trust members)
Spend long summer days enjoying outdoor games and activities in the delightful grounds at Hatchlands Park.
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Outdoor theatre: Illyria The Pirates of Penzance
Date: 23 July
Time: 6.30pm-8.30pm
Price: Adults £21.68 | Children (5–16 years) £10.84
Illyria returns to Hatchlands Park to perform one of Gilbert and Sullivan's most beloved comic operas. With its razor-sharp satire and glittering wit, it remains as fresh as if it had been written today. Running time is approximately 120 mins (including a 20-minute interval).
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Outdoor theatre: Illyria presents The Three Musketeers
Date: 2 August
Time: 6.30pm-8.45pm
Price: Adults £21.68 | Children (5–16 years) £10.84
All for One and One for All! Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. But are his swashbuckling credentials sufficient? Bring a picnic and find out in this swashbuckling adventure from Ilyria. Running time is approximately 135 minutes (including a 20-minute interval).
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Summer of Play: Summer craft drop-in workshops with Artful Kids
Date: 13, 20 and 27 August
Time: 10.30am-3pm
Price: Included with normal admission (free for National Trust members)
Make a nature crown (13 August), seed collage (20 August) or nature watch binoculars (27 August) with Artful Kids.
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Outdoor Theatre: Illyria presents Pinocchio
Date: 14 August
Time: 6pm-7.35pm
Price: Adults £19.51 | Children (5–16 years) £10.84
Bring a picnic, sit back and enjoy Carlo Collodi’s classic story of Pinocchio as Illyria celebrates this magical coming-of-age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show. Running time is approximately 95 minutes (including a 20-minute interval).
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Outdoor theatre: Immersion Theatre present The Jungle Book
Date: 23 August
Time: 6pm-7.45pm
Price: Adults £17.34 | Child £13.01 | Family tickets also available.
Filled with original music, audience interaction, and a host of larger-than-life characters, you are invited to join Mowgli and his friends, Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, on a madcap jungle adventure as they meet and attempt to outwit a slithering snake, some cheeky monkeys, and the fierce tiger, Shere Khan.
Funny, exciting and wildly entertaining, this musical from Immersion Theatre will have you howling with laughter: It’s the perfect treat for the whole family!
Wizard Wix's Willow Warren Adventure Area!
This natural play area is a delight for children, featuring balance beams, stepping stones, willow domes, a bug burrow, and a tree house. It's an ideal spot for kids to run around, get active, and connect with nature.
Cobbe Collection of Keyboard Instruments!
Reclaimed Walled Garden!
Facilities
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Thursday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Friday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Saturday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Sunday, 10:00 - 16:30
Closes at 16:00 from 4th November to 31st December.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (5-17) : £7.00
- Adult (18+-18+) : £14.00
National Trust members - Free
Under 5 - Free
Family (2 adults + 2 children) - £35
Family (1 adult + 2 children) - £21
Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Food & Drink Options
Choose from a a variety of snacks, cakes and bakes, hot sausage rolls, pasties, cakes, drinks and toasted sourdough sandwiches to eat in or take away!
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
The National Trust
Hatchlands Park
Hatchlands, East Clandon
Guildford
Surrey
GU4 7RT
England
Tel: 01483222482
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
By Tain
Clandon Station (CLA), Station Road, West Clandon, GU4 7TE is approximately 2.5 miles from Hatchlands Park. Horsley Station (HSY), Station Approach, Horsley, KT24 6QX is approximately 4 miles from Hatchlands Park.
By Bus
You can use the following bus services: 463, 478 and 479.
By Bike
The closest National Cycle Routes are routes 22 and 223 both of which run through Guildford town centre, approximately 4.5 miles from Hatchlands.
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Last Updated: 08:53 21/07/2026
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