Opening Times
Park & Meadows open 10am to 5pm
Cafe & Bookshop 10am to 4.30pm
House 1.30pm to 4pm – closed on Saturdays – open between March & October
Check link below as times may vary during the year!
Historic Gardens & Family Fun!
Located near East Clandon, around five miles east of Guildford, Hatchlands Park combines 400 acres of Surrey countryside with an elegant 18th-century mansion. Discover Humphry Repton inspired landscapes, a parterre, meadow, ice house and classical temple folly. Meet resident donkeys, explore woodland play areas, enjoy a picnic, browse second hand books or relax in the cafés.
My top tip: Bring proper footwear if it’s been raining!
Visitor Review Rating – 4.5
Ticket Prices:
Adults £14
Children £7
Under 5’s Free
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Times: The park is open year round but does close from Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
The House Meadow & parterre are closed on Saturdays & open from March to October
Opening Times: Park & Meadows open 10am to 5pm, Cafe & Bookshop 10am to 4.30pm, House 1.30pm to 4pm
Admission Prices: Adults £14, Children 5 to 17 years £7, Under 5’s Free
Hatchlands Park is a National Trust property so if you are a member its free entry!
Check for todays Hatchlands Park Opening Times & Visitor Information as opening times may vary during the year!
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Visitor Information for Hatchlands Park
Hatchlands Park is located about 5 miles to the East of Guildford, just outside East Clandon and was built for 1750s for naval hero Admiral Edward Boscawen.
As well as the paintings, furniture and the keyboard Cobbe Collection associated with many of the great composers there is alos some Robert Adam designed fireplaces and celings.
The grounds cover 400 acres on the edge of the Surrey Hills, partly designed by landscaper Humphry Repton where you will discover an Ice House and an 18th century classical stone temple folly.
The gardens include sweeping lawns, a parterre garden and a meadow and keep an eye out for the friendly adopted donkeys called Callum and Morris.
If the weather is good take a picnic and find the cow free picnic areas on your map you can pick up on arrival.
For the kids there is a natural play area in the woodlands which has balance beams, stepping stones, willow domes a bug burrow and tree house.
After all your exercise try the The Kitchen Café for soups, salads, baked potatoes, hot and cold drinks as well as cakes and bakes!
The Coach House Café has hot and cold drinks as well as cakes if you fancy a quick pit stop.
The Engine Room secondhand bookshop is in the courtyard where you can pick up some reading inspiration.
Each year there are a number of events taking place like the Ghost Hunt family trail, Guided Walks, Christmasaurus family fun and displays and exhibitions.
Accessibility at Hatchlands Park
The Park is mostly accessible with some uneven terrain. All terrain tramper and wheelchairs available. Full Hatchlands Park accessibility guide.
Dogs at Hatchlands Park
Assistance dogs only are allowed in the house, formal garden and children’s play area. Dogs allowed in both cafés. Off lead in parkland ok.
Photos of Hatchlands Park
Images © National Trust Images/John Miller/Arnhel de Serra
Local Accommodation near to Hatchlands Park
If you are looking for somewhere to stay near Hatchlands Park then look here for your local Guildford Accommodation.
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Visitors Reviews of Hatchlands Park
Visitor Review Score 4.5 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens and features are.
Here is what visitors have to say about their visit to Hatchlands Park:
Richard10 enjoyed the lovely donkeys, easy parking, woodland lake and thoughtfully designed children’s play area.
Mich loved the woodland walks, treehouse and picnic area, friendly staff and meeting the donkeys with young children.
DavidDickenson particularly enjoyed the paintings, including a portrait of Shakespeare, and the fascinating collection of historic pianos.
MC praised the beautiful house and gardens, the Cobbe collection and intriguing objects displayed in the museum room.
Dunc51 enjoyed an Austrian scythe demonstration, praising the enthusiastic speaker and breathtaking collection inside the house.
Map of local gardens near to Hatchlands Park for you to visit
While you are visiting the Hatchlands Park take some time to discover other gardens nearby!
Local gardens and attractions near to Hatchlands Park
Stoke Park – 6 miles from Hatchlands Park: A large public park with landscaped grounds, lakes, gardens and plenty of space for walking.
Loseley Park – 8 miles from Hatchlands Park: Explore a walled garden divided into themed rooms, including rose, white, herb and organic vegetable gardens.
RHS Garden Wisley – 11 miles from Hatchlands Park: Discover extensive horticultural collections, exotic planting, a spectacular Glasshouse and specialist gardens across a large site.
Painshill Park Gardens – 14 miles from Hatchlands Park: Wander an 18th-century landscape garden featuring a lake, ornamental bridges, follies and a famous crystal grotto.
The Walled Garden – 15 miles from Hatchlands Park: This is a private venue space but if you go to an event there is a two acre walled garden to enjoy!
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All information was believed to correct at the time of publication