Painshill is a beautiful 18th century landscape garden to visit in Surrey. The 160 acre wonderland has something for everyone. Discover the crystal Grotto (limited opening times) and other mystical follies including the Gothic Temple, Ruined Abbey, Turkish Tent and Gothic Tower. See historic plantings and learn all about the John Bartram Heritage Collection of North American trees and shrubs (Plant Heritage, NCCPG) Other features include a restored Waterwheel, a Hermitage hidden in the woods and a Vineyard and amazing wildlife
You can spend a whole day at Painshill or there are shorter accessible routes around the Serpentine Lake. Dogs on short leads are welcome. Bring a picnic or visit Hamilton’s Tea Room. Visit the Painshill Shop for gifts, greeting cards and to buy Painshill English Sparkling Wine.
Painshill offers pre-booked discounted rates for adult groups (numbers 10+). Pre-ordered lunches and refreshments can be arranged. Group visits can include a guided tour.
Guided tours include…
Painshill, also offers a broad range of outdoor learning activities for school visits.
Activities are suitable for Early Years, Key Stage 1and Key Stage 2 curriculums. The experienced Education Team can also offer bespoke outdoor learning activities for Higher and Further Education and groups with a range of Special Educational Needs.
Painshill can be reached via the M25 / J10 / A3 towards London. Exit at Junction with A245 towards Cobham. Entrance to free car park is off Between Streets, Cobham, (A245) 200m east of the A245/A307 roundabout.
By Rail:
Take the train from Waterloo or Vauxhall to Cobham & Stoke d’Abernon or Weybridge (SouthWest Trains). Note: Taxis are available from Cobham or Weybridge Railway Stations. Alternatively, take the train from Waterloo to Surbiton or Kingston then by direct link The Surrey Parks and Gardens Explorer Bus Route 515 / 515A.
By Bus:
Route 408 (Epsom Buses): Sutton / Leatherhead / Cobham (No Saturday or Sunday service).
Route 515 / 515A (Travel London) The Surrey Park and Gardens Explorer Bus Kingston / Surbiton / Esher / Cobham / Wisley / Guildford.
Open (1 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00* |
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00* |
2025 (1 Mar 2025 - 31 Oct 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00* |
* Closes at dusk if earlier than stated time. Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day
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