Claremont Landscape Garden

About

Steeped in nearly 300 years of history, this eighteenth-century garden is a green oasis in the heart of Surrey within easy reach of London. Previously the countryside retreat of queens and heirs, Claremont has always been somewhere to escape everyday life and enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.

Many of the great names in landscape design history played a part in the creation of the estate. Over the years Sir John Vanbrugh, Charles Bridgeman, William Kent and ‘Capability’ Brown all put their own distinctive stamp on the pleasure grounds, and in 1866 Queen Victoria herself acquired the estate to save it from development.

Today there are still many unique and unexpected features to discover, including the large turf amphitheatre, serpentine lake, grotto, Camellia Terrace and Belvedere Tower.

We always have something special to offer, from our changing seasonal views to our diverse programme of events for the whole family. 

No visit would be complete without sampling the tempting array of freshly baked cakes and light lunches in our café. 

We welcome well-behaved dogs and their owners at Claremont from 1 October to 30 April. Please keep your dog on a short lead. Dogs are welcome in the café year-round, as it is separate from our main garden.