Back in the day, Polesden Lacey was the luxurious weekend retreat destination of twentieth century socialite Dame Margaret Greville, not to mention other Royal folk too. It was where the rich and famous escaped their taxing everyday lives and sought a slice of serenity right here in Surrey.  

This year, Polesden Lacey is celebrating its history as a place to embrace wellness, inviting visitors to escape the chaos of their own busy lives, albeit a little less five o’clock tea and slightly more five o’clock rush hour hell. This tranquil countryside idyll is a world away from twenty-first century stress and luckily not too far from our doorstep. 

Join Polesden Lacey for a series of events and experiences that promise to restore your mind and body. 

You might fancy finding your zen whilst practicing yoga overlooking the ancient woodland on the South Lawn or weaving through the blossoming gardens on a mindfulness trail. 

Perhaps you’d prefer to be taken on a guided walk across the private estate, led by expert gardeners? Or partake in a spot of frisbee golf on lawns where guests, such as Sir Winston Churchill, once played? 

Whatever you choose, prioritise your health and happiness this year by embracing Polesden Lacey’s year of wellbeing.

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Great Bookham, Surrey, RH5 6BD

Words by Faye Hardy