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Painshill Park is one of the most important 18th century parks in Europe. It was created by the Hon. Charles Hamilton between 1738 and 1773 as a series of subtle and surprising scenes - The Hamilton Landscapes. Within Painshill Park's 160 acres, the Hamilton Landscapes include a Gothic Temple, Chinese Bridge, Crystal Grotto, 18th century plantings, Turkish Tent, Gothic Tower, newly restored Hermitage, working vineyard, giant Waterwheel, 14 acre Serpentine lake.
In 2006 American Roots, a major horticultural exhibition will re-open exploring the 18th century exchange of plants between Europe and America. The story of how American seeds changed European gardens forever.
Other facilities:
with Painshill Tearoom
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
March to October:Monday to Sunday 10.30am - 6.00pm last entry 4.30pm. November to February: Monday to Sunday 10.30am - 4.00pm or dusk if earlier last entry 3.00pm. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Adult £6.60; Concession £5.80; Accompanied Children (5-16yrs) £3.85; Under 5yrs Free; Max. 4 children per Adult; Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children) £22.00.Membership Single £30.00; Double £45.00; Family £60.00. Pre-booked Adult groups of 10+ £5.80 per person; Optional guided tours £1.00 extra per person. Prices include a voluntary 10% donation for restoration |
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Directions
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By Road: via M25 junction 10 and A3 Exit at junction with A245 (towards Cobham). Entrance opposite Territorial Army Centre, 200 metres east of A245/A307 roundabout. By rail From Waterloo to Surbiton or Kingston then by direct link The Surrey Parks and Gardens Explorer Bus: Route 515 (Travel London) Kingston/Surbiton/Esher/Cobham/Wisley/Guildford - for Timetable Information please call 0870 608 2608 or visit www.surreyccgov.uk (Note - discounted entry to the Park for users of this bus service). Taxis available from Cobham or Weybridge Railway Stations By bus Route 408 (Epsom Buses): Sutton-Leatherhead-Cobham (NOT Sundays). |
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Painshill Park Postcode for SatNav: KT11 1JE |
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Nearby Attractions
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Brooklands Museum
(2 Miles)*
Brooklands Museum opened in 1991 on 30 acres of the original 1907 motor-racing circuit. The Museum features the most historic and steepest section of the old Banked Track and the 1-in-4 Test Hill. |
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RHS Garden Wisley
(2 Miles)*
The Royal Horticultural Society Garden Wisley is acclaimed by gardeners throughout the world, but you do not have to be a keen gardener to appreciate the beauty of Wisley. |
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Sandown Park Racecourse
(4 Miles)*
Considered the best viewing racecourse and a natural amphitheatre, Sandown Park's exceptional facilities make it one of the top racecourses in the UK. |
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