Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible. The ground are partly accessible. Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available. Accessible routes are available through the pleasure grounds and formal gardens. The ground floor of the house is wheelchair accessible. A volunteer-led accessibility bus is available but may not run every day. Please call ahead to confirm availability. The coffee shop has picnic benches with tables that can accommodate a wheelchair. The main access route to the house is along a slope. An alternative route is available. There is ramped access to the second-hand bookshop and house.

Is Polesden Lacey - National Trust wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Polesden Lacey - National Trust is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. The ground are partly accessible. Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available. Accessible routes are available through the pleasure grounds and formal gardens. The ground floor of the house is wheelchair accessible. A volunteer-led accessibility bus is available but may not run every day. Please call ahead to confirm availability. The coffee shop has picnic benches with tables that can accommodate a wheelchair. The main access route to the house is along a slope. An alternative route is available. There is ramped access to the second-hand bookshop and house.

Are induction loops available?

Induction ear loop available in coffee shop, café, shop, and visitor reception.

Is Polesden Lacey - National Trust baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities. Baby change facilities are available in the main toilet block, opposite thecoee shop.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly. There a number of accessible, buggy friendly pathways (you can find a map here), but unfortunately buggies are not allowed in the house, but hip carriers are available.

Yes, Polesden Lacey - National Trust is dog friendly Dogs are welcome on the wider estate. Dogs are also allowed on short leads in the Pleasure Grounds and the coffee shop. But are not allowed in the formal gardens, shop or cafe, unless they are assistance dogs.

Is there a fee for bringing a dog? If so, how much?

No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. Head over to the Coffee Shop, Beech Hut kiosk (which opens during peak times) or the Stable Courtyard Cafe for a range of food and drinks to enjoy.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food There are also plenty of picnic benches around the grounds to sit down and enjoy your own picnics.

Yes, there is parking. Parking free for National Trust members, non-members £4 all day charge.There is plenty of parking available at Polesden Lacey, with the main car park being hard standing and the two overflow car parks being on grass. Remember to pay for a car parking ticket before you enter the grounds.

Are there parking fees? If so, how much?

Yes, there are parking fees. Parking fees:All Day: £4.00

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities. Blue Badge parking and drop off point available.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Polesden Lacey - National Trust.

What are the closest public transport stops or stations to the attraction?

Boxhill & Westhumble station is the closest train station.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Polesden Lacey - National Trust had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available Accessible toilets are next to the café.

Polesden Lacey - National Trust

Dorking, Surrey

All Ages

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About Polesden Lacey - National Trust

Polesden Lacey is one of Surrey's best family days out, with beautiful gardens, woodland walks and 1,600 acres of countryside to explore. Children can let off steam in the Kestrel Corner adventure play area, follow family trails and enjoy seasonal events throughout the year, making it a great destination for outdoor fun and family adventures.

WHAT'S ON THIS SUMMER

Pokémon joins Polesden Lacey's Summer of Play

Date: 16 July–13 September 2026

Time: 10am–5pm

Price: Included with normal admission (free for National Trust members)

Get ready for a summer packed with family fun at Polesden Lacey, where Pokémon joins the National Trust's Summer of Play. This outdoor adventure combines Pokémon-themed activities with giant games, hands-on challenges and plenty of opportunities to get active together.

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Kestrel Corner adventure play

The natural woodland play area is packed with slides, tunnels, giant bird nests, a rabbit warren and a fox den, encouraging imaginative outdoor play.

Huge estate with space to explore

Families can enjoy miles of walking trails, woodland, open lawns for picnics, deb building, bike and scooter-friendly paths (in designated areas), and plenty of room for games and nature spotting.

Great facilities for an easy family day out

A free family map, buggy-friendly routes, baby-changing facilities, cafés with indoor and outdoor seating, picnic spots, and a fascinating house to explore make it an easy choice for all ages.

Facilities

Toilets
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

Closes 16:00 from 1st October to 31 December.

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (5-17) : £9.00
Adult (18+-18+) : £18.00

National Trust members - Free.

Under 5s - Free

Family (2 adults + 2 children) - £45.00

Family (1 adult + 2 children) - £27.00

Book Tickets

Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

Food & Drink Options

Choose from cold drinks, hot drinks, light bites, cakes, and snacks, cream tea!

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
Parking free for National Trust members, non-members £4 all day charge.
There is plenty of parking available at Polesden Lacey, with the main car park being hard standing and the two overflow car parks being on grass. Remember to pay for a car parking ticket before you enter the grounds.
: Yes, there are parking fees.
Parking fees:
All Day: £4.00
: There is on-site parking available
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.
Blue Badge parking and drop off point available.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available
Accessible toilets are next to the café.

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
Baby change facilities are available in the main toilet block, opposite the
coee shop.
: Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.
There a number of accessible, buggy friendly pathways (you can find a map here), but unfortunately buggies are not allowed in the house, but hip carriers are available.
: Yes, Polesden Lacey - National Trust is dog friendly
Dogs are welcome on the wider estate. Dogs are also allowed on short leads in the Pleasure Grounds and the coffee shop. But are not allowed in the formal gardens, shop or cafe, unless they are assistance dogs.
: No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
Head over to the Coffee Shop, Beech Hut kiosk (which opens during peak times) or the Stable Courtyard Cafe for a range of food and drinks to enjoy.
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food
There are also plenty of picnic benches around the grounds to sit down and enjoy your own picnics.

Accessibility Information

: Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.
The ground are partly accessible.
Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available. Accessible routes are available through the pleasure grounds and formal gardens. The ground floor of the house is wheelchair accessible. A volunteer-led accessibility bus is available but may not run every day. Please call ahead to confirm availability. The coffee shop has picnic benches with tables that can accommodate a wheelchair. The main access route to the house is along a slope. An alternative route is available. There is ramped access to the second-hand bookshop and house.
: Yes, Polesden Lacey - National Trust is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.
The ground are partly accessible.
Mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available. Accessible routes are available through the pleasure grounds and formal gardens. The ground floor of the house is wheelchair accessible. A volunteer-led accessibility bus is available but may not run every day. Please call ahead to confirm availability. The coffee shop has picnic benches with tables that can accommodate a wheelchair. The main access route to the house is along a slope. An alternative route is available. There is ramped access to the second-hand bookshop and house.
: Induction ear loop available in coffee shop, café, shop, and visitor reception.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, Polesden Lacey - National Trust had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: No, there is no private hire at Polesden Lacey - National Trust.

Public Transport

: Boxhill & Westhumble station is the closest train station.

Contact Details

Get Directions

National Trust
Southern Region
Polesden Lacey House
Dorking
Surrey
RH5 6BD
England

Tel: 01372452048

Visit Website

Transport Information

On Foot

North Downs Way is within ¾ mile.

By Train

Boxhill & Westhumble station (3 miles); Bookham station (2.7 miles); Dorking station (4 miles); Leatherhead station (4 miles). There are taxi ranks at Dorking and Leatherhead stations.

By Bus

You can get a bus from Epsom, Guildford or Leatherhead to Great Bookham.

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Last Updated: 11:15 16/07/2026

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Polesden Lacey - National Trust

About Polesden Lacey - National Trust

Kestrel Corner adventure play

Huge estate with space to explore

Great facilities for an easy family day out

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink Options

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Public Transport

Contact Details

Transport Information

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