Surrey

Winkworth Arboretum

A landscape arboretum reflecting the colours of each changing season

Hascombe Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 4AD

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A view of the boathouse at Winkworth from the Azalea Steps with pink blooms of Azaleas in the foreground

Opening times for 10 March 2025
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Arboretum 10:00 - 17:00
Tea-room 10:00 - 16:30
No pre-booking is required for your visit to Winkworth. Please note that the last entry is one hour before closing, and the café will close 30 minutes before. Car parks will be locked at closing time.
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Opening times for 10 March 2025
Asset	Opening time
Arboretum	10:00 - 17:00
Tea-room	10:00 - 16:30

Admission (until 31 Feb 2025)
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)	£14.30	£13.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free	£7.20	£6.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)	£35.80	£32.50
1 Adult, 2 Children	£21.50	£19.50

Admission (from 1 Mar 25)
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)	£15.40	£14.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free	£7.70	£7.00
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)	£38.50	£35.00
1 Adult, 2 Children	£23.10	£21.00

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Adventure playground/play area
A natural play area made from wood including a climbing wall, firefighters pole, rope tunnels, web walk and ladders.
Guided tour
Join our expert volunteer guides for a splendid free walk around the Arboretum. Every second Wednesday of the month at 2pm and every last Friday of the month at 11am. No need to book, just meet at the kiosk 5 mins before the start. Normal admission applies.
Audio guide
Listeners can explore Winkworth with arboriculturist Simon Toomer and Head Gardener Graham Alderton who’ll help you discover the history and tree species at the arboretum. The Winkworth Audio Guide: All About Trees is available to download from https://audioboom.com/ Please copy this link into your browser and search for Winkworth.
Kiosk
Check-in at the welcome kiosk on arrival, located by the car park. Due to the steep slopes and lake at the Arboretum, we ask visitors not to bring children's bikes, scooters or ball games.
Car park
At weekends and holidays, the car park may be full. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Tea-room
The Arbor tea-room is open daily from 10am serving hot and cold drinks, sweet treats and light lunches. Only outdoor seating available.
Dogs allowed
Dogs on short leads welcome in the arboretum all year round.
Toilet
Located behind welcome kiosk, including an accessible toilet.
Family friendly
Upper arboretum is buggy-friendly, an adventure play area, baby-changing facilities, family events and activities throughout the year.
Family friendly - more information
Mobility car parking in main car park. Adapted toilet close to tearoom (radar key available from kiosk). Grounds are partly accessible; steep slopes throughout.
Click here to access the full Accessibility Guide for Winkworth Arboretum
Accessible route and/or map
Grounds are partly accessible with steep slopes to lower arboretum. The upper arboretum includes a tarmaced accessible path. Map of accessible route available from kiosk.
Induction loop
An induction loop is available at the reception desk.
Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet situated approximately 30 metres from the entrance kiosk.
Seating available
Wooden benches located at various places throughout the arboretum. Seating with tables and chairs and picnic benches available outside the tea-room.
Designated parking
There are 8 designated spaces for disabled visitors in the main car park. These are approximately 100 metres from the main entrance kiosk. For visitors with restricted mobility there is a car park in the lower Arboretum which can be accessed by RADAR key. All visitors using this facility should advise the kiosk on 01483 208477 in advance of visit.
Steps/uneven terrain
There is an accessible pathway in the upper Arboretum. Other pathways around the arboretum can be uneven and steep in places with steps/slopes.
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By road
The Arboretum is located near Hascombe, on the east side of the B2130. Please do not arrive before we open at 10am, as the entrance to the Arboretum is on a narrow lane. Queuing vehicles cause safey issues on the fast road and access problems for our neighbours.
On foot
Please do not walk on the main road to the arboretum, there are no pavements or footpaths to get here. This is a fast, narrow road and walking is unsafe. Please use a bus or taxi for your visit instead.
By train
Godalming train station is 2 miles from the Arboretum. Please note that the roads from the train station do not have pavements and are unsuitable for pedestrians. The No.42 bus for the arboretum is a short walk away in Godalming town centre.
 
National Rail 2 for 1 Offer

If you visit by train, you can take advantage of the National Rail 2for1 entry offer. A great opportunity if you're not currently a member of the National Trust (where entry is already free).

How to get claim 2 for 1 entry?

Visit the National Rail Days Out website here.

Fill in the journey details and your personal details.

Download and print out the voucher.

Travel by train.

Present your voucher and tickets at the Kiosk.

By bus
Winkworth Arboretum can be accessed using the No.42 bus service which stops outside the entrance. The bus operates Monday - Saturday. There is no Sunday service. Please check for return bus times to Godalming. See bus timetable here.
Cycling
Plan your route to Winkworth Arboretum using the CycleStreets journey planner via the link below. (This journey planner uses OpenStreetMap data which is generally excellent but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If you come to a footpath or other cycle-prohibited track, please don't ride on it.)
Cycling - more information
Taxi
Taxis are available from Godalming train station and high street. A taxi from Godalming station costs approximately £12.00. Please be aware, phone signal is limited, so please book your return taxi in advance. Uber is not available in Waverley Borough.

Children climbling on robe bridge with parent and sibling looking on

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Easter egg hunt at Winkworth Arboretum: Sat 5 - Tue 22 April

With winding paths and open spaces, Winkworth is a great place to spend some time with the family during the Easter. Visit from Saturday 5 April to Tuesday 22 and your family hop, skip and jump their way through the arboretum on a fun activity trail that will entertain and engage. Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. Trail runs from 10am - 4.30pm.

Family members on an Easter egg hunt at Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey

Events at Winkworth Arboretum

Keep up-to-date with events and activities at Winkworth Arboretum. Throughout the year we host a variety of events and activities for visitors to enjoy. From family trails and guided walks to forest bathing and early morning photography sessions, there something for everyone to enjoy.

Winkworth Arboretum new visitor centre artists impression

New visitor facilities at Winkworth Arboretum

Winkworth Arboretum was created over 80 years ago as a glorious celebration of trees. It was the creation of local physician and horticulturalist Dr Wilfrid Fox in the 1930s and has been in the complete care of the National Trust since 1988. The construction of the new visitor centre here is delayed but we're working behind the scenes to get it moving again. It is now expected to open in 2025.

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