The Twelve Days of Christmas at Polesden Lacey
Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham · 21 November to 3 January 2027
The ground-floor rooms of the Edwardian house are dressed with displays inspired by each verse of The Twelve Days of Christmas. Outside, families can follow a trail around the grounds and collect a small gift at the end.
Highlights
- Rooms decorated to the 12 verses of the carol
- Children's trail with a gift at the end
- Pop-up Christmas second-hand bookshop
- Relaxed hours with softer lighting and no music
Good to know
- There is no Father Christmas this year
- Expect queues for the house at busy times
- Ear defenders and wheelchairs can be borrowed at visitor reception
- Members should bring their own named cards
Getting there
Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BD
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The Edwardian country retreat of the society hostess Margaret Greville, set in a 1,600-acre estate of downland and ancient woodland with views across to Ranmore Common. The ground-floor rooms hold her collection of paintings, ceramics and French furniture, and the gardens include a walled rose garden and long herbaceous borders.