Things to do on a rainy day in Surrey

It's hard to figure out what to do on a rainy day but don’t let the rain spoil your fun.  Here are 20 things to do in Surrey when it rains. 

• Animal attractions with all-weather areas – many of our animal attractions are designed to keep the family entertained whatever the weather.  There is an indoor play barn at Godstone Farm and  Bocketts Farm where you can slide down a giant 4 lane astro-slide!
• Afternoon Tea – enjoy the delights of a quintessential afternoon tea in impressive surroundings.  Experience afternoon Tea at Dotty’s Teahouse, a treasure trove of eclectic furniture, pretty pastels, sparkling chandeliers, vintage teacups and nostalgic music
• Brewery Tour – Hogs Back Brewery is open for guided tours throughout the week, where one of the experts and entertaining guides will show you around the brewery and offer you a sample or two.  Pre-booking essential.
• Discover a Surrey Museum – delve into history at one our many museums including Brooklands Museum where you will find a wide range of motoring and aviation exhibits including the only Concorde with public access in South East England. 
• Book yourself a spa break – forget the weather and indulge yourself with a relaxing treatment or two at an award-winning Surrey spa.
• Visit a Farm Shop – pick up a tasty treat in a farm shop and enjoy an indoor picnic at home with some tasty local produce.
• Galleries: Surrey is lucky to be home to award winning galleries including the The Lightbox in Woking where you will discover three floors of changing exhibition space as well as a delightful coffee shop.   At the historic Watts Gallery at Compton you’ll discover the Victorian paintings and sculpture of George F and Mary Watts.  Surrey museums host a robust programme of events and free exhibitions throughout the year.
• Go Trampolining – Airhop is a perfect way to brighten a rainy day.  Home to over 50 interconnected trampolines it’s the perfect option for those needing to jump off some energy.
• Get wet at Aqua Sports – A lake based watersports centre opening April 2020 in Surrey, with an opportunity to learn to paddleboard, kayak, canoe or windsurf.
• Hire an iconic car with RNG Classics and explore the Surrey countryside – it looks amazing in all weather.
• Uncover a historic property – explore one of Surrey’s amazing historic building.  We have many impressive buildings for you to visit.  Explore Henry VIII’s majestic Hampton Court Palace or Polesden Lacey, the former home of Edwardian socialite Margaret Greville which was designed to impress as well as offer comfort and luxury to all those who stayed
• Go ice-skating or bowling indoors at Guildford Spectrum. You will find plenty of activities to entertain everyone at Spectrum, with its Olympic sized ice rink and 32 lane ten pin bowl all under one roof, Guilford Spectrum is the perfect rainy day solution.
• Gardens with impressive Glasshouses - there’s no need to stop visiting beautiful gardens if it rains. RHS Wisley and the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew showcase a magnificent variety of plants in truly magnificent glasshouses.
• Learn how local wine is produced 
  A visit to Denbies Wine Estate will give visitors of all ages a unique and fascinating insight into all aspects of the wine producing process.  There's plenty to discover at Denbies to take your mind off a rainy day.
• Shop for everything and explore some of Surrey’s Towns
  What a perfect time to discover some of Surrey’s vibrant towns and quaint villages. The best towns to find antiques being Farnham and Dorking whilst 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, Woking or Kingston.
• Theatre trips – enjoy unbelieve productions at one of Surrey's impressive theatres and entertainment venues. The New Victoria Theatre at Woking; Guildford’s G Live; Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and The Cranleigh Arts Centre all host a variety of theatre productions as well as comedy and live music events.
• Hit some golf balls at Topgolf - Challenge your friends and family to an addictive point-scoring golf game.  Hitting bays are climate-controlled with heaters when it’s chilly.
• Indoor climbing – head to  Craggy Island Climbing Centre, near Guildford  where you will have great fun on the adventurous and exciting climbing routes on the wall.  There is always something new at Craggy Island to challenge yourself on.
• See a great British pottery in action
  If you and your family fancy doing something a bit different and are looking for an interesting place to go – book yourself onto a free weekday tour at Grayshott Pottery near Hindhead.   Book now on 01428 604404.  You will be able to lunch at the cafe or enjoy afternoon tea and forget it's raining outside.
• Young kids will love the soft play at Wacky Kingdom.  Home to slides and ballponds this is a fantastic attraction to keep the kids entertained.

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