Gatton Park

Gatton Park is a spectacular, historic park landscaped by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown and situated at the foot of the North Downs in Surrey. Extensive restoration work, led by experts and executed by volunteers has been taking place since 1996. There is still more to be done. The restoration of the Japanese garden was featured on Channel 4's 'Lost Gardens' in 1999. There are 3 interlinked lakes and a serpentine, Japanese garden, rock and water garden, walled gardens, bird hide, island heronry (largest in SE England), wildlife habitats. Teas in the Italianate-style Gatton Hall.

From February to October, Gatton Park will be open to the public on the first Sunday of each month.

Opening times: 1.00pm - 5.00pm. Guided tours at 1.30pm, 2pm and 2:30pm or by prior arrangement - 2hrs duration(approx.). Refreshments available in Gatton Hall. Cost of entry: £3.50 per adults, children free. Dogs must be kept on a lead but are not admitted into Gatton Hall.