Things to do on a Rainy Day in Surrey

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It can be difficult to know what to do on a rainy day, but don’t let the rain spoil your fun. Here are great things to do in Surrey when it rains. 

Entertain the kids

Take a look at Airhop Guildford

An animal attractions with all-weather areas

Many of our Surrey animal attractions are designed to keep the family entertained whatever the weather.  At Bocketts Farm there’s a huge amount of undercover area including our 2 large indoor play barns, young drivers area, ‘Little Hoppington’ Small Animal Village and our fantastic BIG Animal Barn.   At Godstone Farm  have a fabulous indoor play barn where children can climb and explore and for the toddlers there is a separate area, Wiglet’s Play Village which provides indoor play fun for smaller guests.

Let off steam at at an indoor activity centre

If you are searching for an indoor activity why not head to AirHop Trampoline Park in Guildford.   Here you will find more than 50 interconnected trampolines across its floor and up the walls as well as an obstacle course, Wipeout, AirHop bag, extreme dodge attack court, slam dunk and AR Trampolines.  The perfect under cover day out for the whole family.   If is soft-play, ten-pin bowling, ice-skating or a splash in a pool all under one roof Guildford Spectrum is the perfect rainy day solution.

Uncover Surrey's heritage and culture

Delve into history at one our many museums  At Brooklands Museum you will find a wide range of motoring and aviation exhibits, including the only Concorde with public access in South East England.   Hampton Court Palace with is magnificent large historic interiors makes a great rainy-day destination and if the sun makes an appearance, you'll find so much to explore outside too.  Surrey is lucky to be home to award-winning galleries including Lightbox Gallery in Woking and Watts Gallery to the south of Guildford.

See a show

Cheer up a miserable day with a visit to a theatre .  The New Victoria Theatre at Woking; Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Cranleigh Arts Centre and Dorking Halls all host a variety of theatre productions, as well as comedy and live music events.  There is always the cinema - Nova Cinema  - is a perfect way to brighten a rainy day.  Nova Cinema in Woking offers top of the range technology and seven screens - a perfect place to enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbuster or family favourite.

A bit of shopping?

A rainy day is the perfect time to discover a vibrant Surrey town or quaint village.  

The best towns to find antiques being Farnham and Dorking, while the charming towns of Haslemere and Godalming offer visitors independent shops to browse and explore. For cool designer brands and luxury retailers, why not head to Guildford or Kingston?

Indulge yourself!

You can take in the views whilst dining at Denbies Wine Estate or enjoy the delights of a quintessential afternoon tea in impressive surroundings at our of Surrey many beautiful hotel.   On a dull day why not forget the weather and indulge yourself with a relaxing treatment at a spa.   

Go for lunch!

When the rain is lashing down take the excuse to enjoy a long lunch with family and friends.  Surrey has some great places to relax, unwind and enjoy a meal.

The above are just some of our suggestions for rainy days in Surrey but you may have other things in mind - keep scrolling for more ideas.