Experiences
An Experience Day in Surrey makes for a unique gift for friends, family or loved ones.
If you are looking for thoughtful and exciting experience days or you wish to treat yourself to a new adventure, Visit Surrey is here to help inspire you.
Whether you’ve lived in Surrey all your life or you’re looking to visit from elsewhere in the UK or abroad. Discover some of the best experience days and activities in Surrey - from llama walking and wine tasting to art workshops and guided woodland wonders.
Visit wonderland at a sculpture park
Also hidden away in our county’s woodlands, you’ll find spectacular sculpture parks – inspiring destinations to be enjoyed at a much slower pace. The Sculpture Park in Churt is open 365 days a year, while Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden in Ockley opens from spring to late autumn.
As England’s most wooded county, it’s unsurprising that some of the most fun experience days in Surrey include heading into the woods and swinging through the treetops. You can zip from heights, clamber across rickety bridges and test your balance on the tightropes at Skywalk Adventure near Esher or Go Ape near Farnham, all while enjoying breath-taking views over dry ski slopes and Sandown Park racecourse.
If you prefer to keep your feet on the floor, then head to Campaign Paintball and Laser Park, near Cobham, where you’ll find realistic themed sets including a Wild West town, World War One trenches, a 30ft ‘Zombie’ tower, a jungle zone and more.
Take flight on Concorde
As well as exploring motorsport and aviation history at Brooklands Museum in Weybridge, you can also enjoy a Concorde experience. More than 30% of each of the 20 Concorde airframes were manufactured by the British Aircraft Corporation at Brooklands during the 60s and 70s. The museum is home to the only Concorde with public access in south east England. Re-live the excitement of the supersonic age with a fascinating 25-minute tour.
Go for a spin in a classic car
Classic motoring is all about that tug on the heart strings, and RNG Classics near Reigate offer classic car hire in Surrey with an enviable collection of timeless and iconic classic automobiles for self-drive. Live it up for a weekend, pack up a picnic, dress up for the occasion and drive like a film star in the Surrey Hills.
Get outdoors for a work out
Ditch the gym and head to WildFit Surrey at Bletchingley for a natural approach to training that not only provides an array of health benefits but also embraces elements of nature.
Hit the slopes outside ski season
Sandown Sports in Esher is the closest outdoor ski centre to London - and they have two large slopes along with two beginner slopes. Whether you are starting skiing, need to polish the turns or have mastered the art of skiing, Sandown Sports can cater for all your skiing needs.
Learn the ropes of water sports
Recent years have seen many of Surrey’s former quarries transformed into wetland and water sport paradises. One such location is Mercers Country Park, near Redhill, where Aqua Sports Company is based. Here you can learn how to sail, windsurf, stand-up paddleboard and more.
Discover Surrey on the river
Did you know that some of the prettiest places in Surrey are best seen by boat? You can learn about the history of Surrey’s waterways and enjoy a relaxing boat trip at Dapdune Wharf near Guildford. Or how about hiring an eco-friendly picnic boat via GoBoat to explore the Thames?
Enjoy a foodie experience
Our foodie experiences may inspire your next gourmet getaway with vineyard tours, cookery schools and distillery classes. With terroir that matches the Champagne region of France, Surrey’s vineyards produce internationally award-winning English wines – as well as offering a beautiful destination for a seasonal walk. Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking, High Clandon Estate Vineyard, Albury Organic Vineyard and Greyfriars Vineyard near Guildford all offer tours and tastings, as well as wine shopping opportunities.
As well as our county’s vineyards, there are an increasing number of breweries, distillers, coffee roasters and more popping up around Surrey (often in off the beaten track locations!) as well as the prominent farm shops. Try a tour of Dorking Brewery or Hogs Back Brewery or Silent Pool Distillery offer unique gin experiences. Including a fabulous G&Tea Parties, a fascinating Aroma Masterclass and Artisan Events in collaboration with their neighbours at Albury Vineyard. Seasonal tours include a bee keeping experience (did you know that honey is a key ingredient of Silent Pool Gin?), floral classes and a walking tour that takes in the local countryside.
Arts, crafts and woodcarving
Let the world go for a while and spend time on one of Joy Farms' art, crafting and woodcarving experiences, surrounded by nature, in West Horsley. Found deep in the Surrey countryside, yet only an hour from central London, Joy Farm offers a number of sociable workshops including spoon carving, hand-tie floristry, pole lathe, bowl turning, basket weaving, stool making, wreath making and nature-inspired watercolour pen and ink paintings. Adam Aaronson Glass Studio is one of Surrey’s best kept secrets but once you have visited, you’ll want to return again and again. Who would expect to find a glassblowing studio using centuries old hand-working skills in the heart of the Surrey Hills?
A spa retreat in the countryside
Whether you are looking for a spa break in Surrey or a day of indulgence, Surrey has some of the best spa hotels and retreats in Britain. From old manor houses to modern contemporary hotels, experience luxurious spa treatments, beautiful swimming pools and heavenly saunas, steam rooms and therapies. A perfect escape from it all or a day out with friends.
Too much to fit in one day? Well, make sure to check out the Visit Surrey guide to hotels in Surrey so you can make a weekend or more of your trip…
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Workshops
Capturing Spring Photography Workshop
On this photo walk you will learn how to capture the colourful landscapes creatively, the quick…
Denbies Gin & Vine Experience
Refreshments and pastries on arrival at Denbies. Followed by a morning at the local 'The Gin…
Denbies LEGO Brick Build
Special events featuring LEGO® bricks, perfect fun for all the family – Lego build and displays…
Denbies One Day Wine Enthusiast Workshop
What better location to learn and appreciate the world of wine than Denbies Wine Estate…
Mini Painters | The Lightbox
Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor…
Mini Painters | The Lightbox
Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor…
Postbox Topper Exhibition | Guildford Cathedral
We are looking forward to this vibrant and cheerful exhibition of 40 postbox toppers from around the…
Silent Pool Distillery Aroma Experience
Take your G&T to the next level! Create your own Liquid Garnish in our aroma experience. A…
Sound Bath | Cranleigh Arts
Experience the calming sounds of gongs, singing bowls and gentle percussion in a soundbath for…
The Guildford Institute’s Summer Brochure
Get ready to learn, create and be entertained with The Guildford Institute’s new summer…
Plant Support Workshop
Join us for a half-day or full-day, outdoor craft workshop and make a selection of plant supports…
Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Class | Hampton Court Palace
Join the Royal School of Needlework in celebrating the Hampton Court Palace Tulip Festival and…
Flower Power – Master the Art of Creative Flower Photography | The Guildford Institute
Master the art of stunning flower photography with your DSLR, bridge or mirrorless camera. As well…
Grace Smith Trio Concert and Folk Ensemble Workshop
Acclaimed fiddle and viola player Grace Smith is joined by Sam Partridge (concertina, electric…
Willow Sculptures - Adult Deer | Hedge & Hurdles
Working with Willow is a relaxing and mindful experience, especially when undertaken at such a…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Foraging with Wild Food UK
Uncover the incredible variety of edible treasures hiding in the great outdoors. From wild mushrooms…
Willow Berry Basket | Hedges and Hurdles
Friday 3 May Join Lorraine for the day to make a Willow Basket. You will learn the techniques used…
Plant Support Workshop | Hedges and Hurdles
Join us for a half-day or full-day, outdoor craft workshop and make a selection of plant supports…
Make Your Own Terrarium | Gatton Park
Sometimes referred to as a garden under glass, terrariums are a beautiful additional to a home. Join…
Willow & Wine | Albury Vineyard
Each month we're hosting a mindful and relaxing willow-weaving workshop with local willow artist…
Guildford 12 Step Recovery Fair
12 Step Recovery Fair hosted by Angela Richardson, MP for Guildford. Find out more on the Eventbrite…
Willow Sculptures - Goose/Duck/Hen/Pheasant | Hedges and Hurdles
Join Lorraine for a full-day Willow Sculpture workshop and make your own Willow Duck, Goose, Hen or…
Botanical Sphere Workshop | Hedges and Hurdles - Surrey Day
We are excited to bring you further, mindful and creative botanical workshops with a twist!…
Crochet Storage Basket | Cranleigh Arts
For beginners/intermediates. This beautifully designed basket is so useful: it can be used as a bag…
Heat Press Printing with Helen Locke | The Lightbox
Explore the exciting process of heat transfer with inspiration from Grayson Perry with printmaker…
Mini Wattle Hurdle Workshop | Hedges and Hurdles
Would you like to learn a heritage skill? Join Paul and Lorraine for a Mini-Wattle Hurdle Workshop…
Bee-keeping experience | Albury Vineyard
This exclusive session starts with an introduction into bees and bee-keeping with bee farmer Sergio…
An Introduction to Mindfulness | Cranleigh Arts
Are you looking to find an inner calm and deep contentment or a new way to handle stress? Training…
Blowzabella Bal/Concert and Dance Workshop
A joyful night of dancing to the brilliant band Blowzabella! Since they burst onto the English folk…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Sound Bath | Cranleigh Arts
Experience the calming sounds of gongs, singing bowls and gentle percussion in a soundbath for…
Farnham Sustainability Festival
Farnham Sustainability Festival Sunday 19 May, 11am – 4pm Love local and join us for the annual…
Full Moon Circle
Join us on Wednesday 22nd May to honour the Full Flower Moon in Sagittarius ♐️ An amazing evening…
Botanical Sphere Workshop | Hedges & Hurdles
We are excited to bring you further, mindful and creative botanical workshops with a twist!…
Health & Fitness Day Retreat | WildFit Surrey
Re-wild Yourself for health, weight loss and vitality Learn, participate in and receive deep insight…
Kids' Craft | Cranleigh Arts
Collage or paint a beautiful Spring picture from a Still Life Saturday Kids' Craft will be run…
Willow Berry Basket | Hedges & Hurdles
When making a Berry Basket or small Round Basket you will learn how to make the woven Willow base…
Collage inspired by Grayson Perry | The Lightbox
Inspired by our Grayson Perry exhibition, you will have the chance to layer and complete a collage…
Introduction to Technical Theatre | G Live
Join the G Live Technical team and learn all about how theatre lighting and sound operates! Perfect…
Pop Up, Dance Up - Youth Performance Project | G Live
Calling all 9 – 16-year-old.....come and take part in our first ever pop up dance performance…
Fake It Till You Bake It | G Live
Get ready for a sprinkle of joy, a dash of creativity, and a whole lot of deliciousness as we invite…
Willow Hurdle Course | Hedges and Hurdles
To extend the season for our hurdle making courses and for those who prefer to work with Willow we…
Willow Hurdle Course | Hedges and Hurdles
To extend the season for our hurdle making courses and for those who prefer to work with Willow we…
Young Creatives: Painting People | The Lightbox
Come and join us to learn to improve your painting people techniques. Learn how to use colour mixing…
Kodu - Build your own Video Game | G Live
Come along to this exciting new workshop all about designing and building video games with Kodu. The…
Large Willow Basket Workshop | Hedges & Hurdles
When making a large round Willow basket you will learn how to make the woven Willow base; stake up…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Wifi Wars | G Live
WiFi Wars returns with the live comedy game show where you all play along! Log in with your…
Bee-keeping experience | Albury Vineyard
This exclusive session starts with an introduction into bees and bee-keeping with bee farmer Sergio…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Macrame Knotty Necklaces Workshop | Cranleigh Arts
Join Paula from Cocoon&me for our fun new workshop. Make your own simple but elegant statement…
Macrame Plant Hanger Workshop | Cranleigh Arts
This workshop is designed for Beginners. A fun & contemporary plant hanger using recycled cotton…
Willow Craft - Garden Decor | Hedges and Hurdles
Working with Willow is both a relaxing and mindful activity. Join Lorraine for either a full-day or…
Your Choice Basket Workshop | Hedges & Hurdles
This workshop is for those who have their own basket project in mind or for beginners who wish to…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Drawing for Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Modern Calligraphy | Cranleigh Arts
On arrival, you will be given your calligraphy kit, including dip pen holder, nib, ink and…
Traditional Flowers in Tezhip with Nagihan Seymour | The Lightbox
"The Art of Illumination/Tezhip, which means ornamenting with gold, is a traditional Turkish…
Willow Craft - Garden Decor | Hedges and Hurdles
Working with Willow is both a relaxing and mindful activity. Join Lorraine for either a full-day or…
Drawing For Adults | The Lightbox
Meet our resident artist Marianne Frost on the 1st floor and then set off into the galleries for two…
Mini Painters | The Lightbox
Dress for mess and join us for some painting fun that improves sensory development and fine motor…
WOW Fest 2024
Wisdom on Wellness Festival (WOW Fest 24) Join us this July for a weekend of wellness inspiration…
Denbies Animal Explorer Workshop
Get up close and hands-on with real live exotic animals for our Wild Wednesday! Join Zoolab for the…
Willow Hurdle Course | Hedges & Hurdles
To extend the season for our hurdle making courses and for those who prefer to work with Willow we…
Denbies Creepy Critters Halloween Workshop
Meet the likes of Snakes, Spiders and Snails in this Creepy Critters show by Zoolab. We'll be…
Foodie Experience
Silent Pool Distillery
The Silent Pool Distillery is the distillery home of Silent Pool Gin in the Surrey Hills. Our…
Denbies Wine Estate
Denbies Wine Estate, one of England’s largest vineyards, is situated on the outskirts of…
Albury Vineyard
Albury Vineyard is Surrey's only organic vineyard, producing outstanding English sparkling wine…
Chilworth Manor Vineyard
Chilworth Manor Vineyard is a family-run business in the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding…
High Clandon Estate Vineyard
High Clandon Estate Vineyard uniquely specialises in singular, matured-vintage-only English…
Greyfriars Vineyard
The original vineyard at Greyfriars was planted in 1989 and, since taking over in 2010, the Wagstaff…
Hogs Back Brewery
Welcome to the famous Hogs Back Brewery, Surrey's largest independent brewery. We’re a…
Dorking Brewery
At Dorking Brewery, we brew with a vision to be the best brewery in Surrey. Our brewers – who…
Gordon Ramsay Academy
Cooking classes make great activities for anyone and everyone who enjoys food! The Gordon Ramsay…
Bee Friends
Want an experience that’s unusual? Want to learn interesting facts about honey bees? We…
Spa and Wellness Experiences
Natural Light Wellness Spa
Situated just outside of Guildford town centre, we are an oasis of calm and relaxation. With a…
Foxhills Country Club & Resort
Set across 400 acres of stunning countryside surroundings, Foxhills is rich in history with a…
Spa at the the Runnymede on Thames
You don’t have to be a spa member or hotel guest to visit. Book yourself a treatment with…
Spa Breaks at Brooklands Hotel
Immerse yourself in tranquil, indulgent, and serene surroundings and prepare to be truly pampered at…
The Nutfield Priory Health Club and Spa
A short stroll from the award winning luxury hotel is The Nutfield Priory Health Club…
Guildford Harbour Spa
A haven of relaxation offers first-class facilities and complete head-to-toe pampering, seven days a…
Yoga and Brunch Surrey
Yoga and Brunch is the perfect treat for a Sunday morning. Take time for yourself, to recharge and…
Animal Experiences
Merrist Wood Events
Merrist Wood is not just a college – it’s indoor and outdoor facilities are available to…
Birdworld
Get ready for an enchanting family-friendly adventure at Birdworld, where visitors of all ages can…
Bee Friends
Want an experience that’s unusual? Want to learn interesting facts about honey bees? We…
Sporting Experiences
WildFit Surrey
WildFit Surrey is an amazing outdoor venue set in open countryside and woodland with an obstacle…
Go Ape Alice Holt
Get a treetop view of the beautiful South Downs. Located off the beaten track, the diversity of…
Wild Wood Adventure
Go Wild in the Woods! Wild Wood Adventure has over 60 challenges and is one of the largest treetop…
Aqua Sports Company
Aqua Sports Company is a lake-based watersports centre set in the beautiful Mercers Park, on the…
Campaign Paintball & Laser Park
If you are looking for an exciting day out, birthday party or corporate event Campaign can help you…
Paradox Parlours | Escape Rooms
Discover Paradox Parlours, where immersive escape rooms await in the heart of Guildford. Our escape…
Guildford Spectrum
Guildford Spectrum, managed by Freedom Leisure, provides families with a complete leisure experience…
Craft Experiences
Joy Farms - Arts, Crafts and Woodcarving Hub
Let the world go for a while and spend time on one of our art, crafting and woodcarving experiences…
Adam Aaronson Glass Studio
Adam Aaronson Glass Studio is one of Surrey’s best kept secrets but once you have visited…
Hedges & Hurdles Country Skills & Crafts
Hedges & Hurdles Country Skills & Crafts co-founders Lorraine and Paul Matthews are…
Transport Experiences
RNG Classics | Self Drive Classic Cars | Roadtrips | Events
Based in the sprawling Surrey Hills, we offer classic car hire in the Home Counties and London. A…
Brooklands Museum
Plan your Visit - Ticket information We encourage you to continue to prebook tickets for daily…