Polesden Lacey

We decided to spend a day out here. My son has a wheelchair so it was with relief that I found that the entire place was partially wheelchair friendly. We had a great time. The paths are mostly gravel and difficult but the house and views are worth the trouble. The cafe sells lovely tasty delicious scones- everyone who visits Polesden Lacey must try them. The staff are friendly and willing to make the effort to assist you. If you ask politely, they will even give you a accessible map. The site provides information on accessibility. Toilets are clean at least.

Although not allowed in the formal garden as we had our dog with us (and of course we didn't go inside the house), there were extensive good firm footpaths and tracks both within the grounds and beyond. Gates were easily operated ( no stiles or kissing gates, hurrah!). The excellent loo and cafe at Polesden Lacey are accessible with our buying an admission ticket. Walks out of the car park are similarly accessible without paying admission. However the car park is expensive (about £5, or free to NT members) and blue badge holders are not exempt.

Polesdon Lacey (5 miles from Leatherhead) is an accessible Edwardian house with lovely grounds, stunning views of the Surrey hills, partly wheelchair accessible walled garden and 2 cafes. Plenty of blue badge parking close to the cafe and entrance to the grounds. The paths are mostly gravel and rough but the views and setting are worth it. Cafe sells the best scones for miles. The staff are always very helpful and friendly and will provide you with a map of an accessible route. The website provides information on access and facilities.