The Great Polesden Mystery: a children's trail
Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham · 31 October to 1 November 2026
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A children's Halloween trail at Polesden Lacey in Great Bookham, running around the estate from 10am to 3.30pm on 31 October and 1 November 2026. Children help Detective Grizwald solve a mystery after the estate's prized pumpkin goes missing. Suited to families with young visitors, and booking is recommended.
Highlights
- Children follow a trail around the Polesden Lacey estate
- Detective Grizwald needs help finding the missing prize pumpkin
- Runs 10am to 3.30pm on 31 October and 1 November 2026
Getting there
Polesden Lacey, RH5 6BD
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Polesden Lacey's prized pumpkin has gone missing, and children help Detective Grizwald work out who took it by solving puzzles round the grounds. It runs through both weeks of half-term.
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