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Rhododendron walk at Leith Hill

Immerse yourself in the scent and colour of azaleas and rhododendrons in this historic woodland created by Caroline Wedgewood.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Hear about the fascinating history of Leith Hill and Leith Hill Place and the famous families who lived there, as well as some unexpected and downright strange true stories about the trees and rhododendrons in the woods.

Times

Available times
DateTime/s
1911:00 - 12:30

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Concession For those unable to afford a ticket£0.00
All £8.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Rhododendron Wood car park RH5 6LZ.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes

Accessibility

Some uneven paths

Other

Admission to Leith Hill Place is not included for this event. Normal admission charges will apply if you wish to visit after the walk. NT members get free admission.

Upcoming events

Event

The Rhododendron Wood at Leith Hill Place: Tea, talk and walk with Seamus O'Brien 

“From Sikkim to Surrey”. Enjoy a tea and talk in the house with Seamus O'Brien as he brings his expertise and insights into rhododendrons, and then take a walk around Caroline Wedgwood's historic woods.

Event summary

on
1 Apr to 2 Apr 2025
at
13:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

'Last Night For Ever' touring sculpture by Andrea Gregson 

This season, Leith Hill Place will host 'Last Night for Ever, a captivating sculpture by Andrea Gregson, that will then be touring National Trust properties in the South East. The installation will feature an artist's workshops during its stay.

Event summary

on
5 Apr to 6 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 27 other dates or times
Event

'Enchanted Woodlands': photographic exhibition by Dorking Camera Club 

A display of over 70 photographs from Dorking Camera Club, a local club with photographers ranging from novices to Members of the Royal Photographic Society.

Event summary

on
5 Apr to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 61 other dates or times
Event

Storytelling time at Leith Hill Place 

Sit back, relax and enjoy children's story telling in the cosy library at Leith Hill Place.

Event summary

on
12 Apr to 11 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 6 other dates or times