Gatton Park
Reigate, Reigate and Banstead
Photo: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0
A historic parkland laid out by Capability Brown with Edwardian gardens, on a private estate owned by the Royal Alexandra and Albert School and opened by the Gatton Trust on monthly open days. Visitors enter through Gatton Hall, where refreshments are served in the ballroom overlooking the park.
Highlights
- Parkland landscape designed by Capability Brown
- Edwardian gardens and parterre views
- Wild Things play trail and children's activities
- Free guided tours and a bird hide on open days
Good to know
- Keep dogs on leads at all times, as livestock graze
- The National Trust's walk through part of the estate is open all year
- Redhill is the nearest station, about 10 minutes away by taxi; no bus runs along Rocky Lane
Getting there
Gatton Park, Rocky Lane, Gatton, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0TWParking: Free on-site parking with volunteer marshals. The entrance is on Rocky Lane, signposted Royal Alexandra and Albert School.
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