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In the News (Sun 29 Nov 09)

  
  The Sunday Tribune - Spectrum - Travel
Polesden Lacey is a gracious manor house that evokes memories of a bygone era
Polesden Lacey is a gracious manor house, near Dorking — a peaceful country estate set in the Surrey Downs.
The extensive and picturesque grounds at Polesden Lacey are among the best-maintained, in the area.
www.tribuneindia.com /2001/20011028/spectrum/travel.htm   (1634 words)

  
 Walk 14 - Effingham Junction to Westhumble - Time Out Country Walks Volume 2
The idyllic estate of Polesden Lacey, a fine country house nestling just behind the North Downs escarpment, is the highlight of this walk - a landscape of hidden valleys, pretty woodland, and gentle pasture that seems lost in a golden yesterday.
If your aim is to spend some time at Polesden Lacey, the Round Walk from Westhumble described at the end of the chapter gets you to the house in just 5.2km (3.2 miles) from Boxhill and Westhumble station (called just Boxhill on most of its platform signs).
Polesden Lacey (tel 01372 452048) was originally a Regency House, built in 1821, but it was in the Edwardian period that it really came into its own.
www.walkingclub.org.uk /book_2/walk_14/index.shtml   (1725 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey Surrey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Mrs Greville died in 1942 and is buried in the grounds.
She bequeathed Polesden Lacey to the National Trust as a memorial to her father.
While at Polesden Lacey Sheridan built the long terraced walk which is the most outstanding feature of the garden.
www.touruk.co.uk /houses/houses-surrey-Polesden-Lacey.htm   (379 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey
Polesden Lacey is a house and grounds (12 ha) owned by the
Despite being so close to London, Polesden Lacey is next to a lot of wildlife.
I was interested to see your site on the 'Net' re Polesden Lacey, as I lived on the estate as a child.
www.hoary.org /snaps/engl/pl.html   (897 words)

  
 WWF-UK: Polesden Lacey Walk
Enjoy strolling around Polesden Lacey's elegant gardens and landscaped park and delight in the sweeping valley views across the North Downs.
Polesden Lacey has a tea-room, National Trust shop, plant sales, and toilets that are suitable for disabled access.
Dogs are permitted under close control within the grounds of Polesden Lacey, but are not allowed in some parts of the garden.
www.wwf.org.uk /walk/flagshipwalks/fw_0000000003.asp   (521 words)

  
 Gardens Independent on Sunday, The - Find Articles
So it's encouraging to hear about a new open-air exhibition in the beautiful gardens of Polesden Lacey, a smart Regency mansion that was given to the National Trust along with its 1,400-acre estate by the heiress Mrs Ronnie Greville, ne Maggie McEwan (as in the quite delicious lager).
The artworks on show at Polesden Lacey may not be exactly genteel, but their challenges are fairly gentle.
Ryland's work uses recordings that echo Polesden Lacey's past: whispered prayers and scraps of gossip, as well as children's laughter "reflecting", as she puts it, "both the pleasure the gardens give to children today and the sense of loss experienced by the childless Mrs Greville."
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qn4159/is_20060514/ai_n16368832   (692 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey
The elegant Regency Villa at Poleden Lacey was completed in 1824 designed by Thomas Cubitt, with substantial modifications by Ambrose Poynter in 1903.
On her death in 1942 she bequeathed Polesden and her art collections to the National Trust, with the stipulation that it should be open to the public at all times and her treasures placed on permanent display.
Polesden Lacey is located at Great Bookham near Dorking in Surrey off the A246.
www.gardens-to-go.org.uk /polesden_lacey.htm   (285 words)

  
 Discover Dorking - Heart of the Surrey Hills   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Polesden Lacey commands some of the finest views in Surrey and the grounds and garden are open every day
Four Landscape Walks, varying in length from one to three miles, lead you through farm and woodland to reveal stunning scenery and views.
The sunken garden is a little-known area of Polesden Lacey that includes a rock garden, so fashionable in Edwardian Britain.
www.visitdorking.com /SH/Polesden_Lacey.htm   (276 words)

  
 Outing to Polesden Lacey
Pauline Bowen organized a Coach Outing to National Trust property Polesden Lacey on Thursday, 30 June 2005 and invited Maldon U3A Members to join the party.
A quiet haven, away from the hub-bub of life, it was no wonder that Edward VII as well as many other important and colourful people visited the Victorian House and walked the grounds admiring the abundant Rose bowers, as we did.
Polesden Lacey was rebuilt for Mr & Mrs Ronald Greville by her Father with money made by producing McEwans Export Beer which did not "go off" in hot countries and was bought by the British Army.
www.maldonu3a.idps.co.uk /pastoutings/polesden/polesden.htm   (379 words)

  
 England > Polesden Lacey House
Situated on the North Downs near Dorking, the 1,400-acre estate and house of Polesden Lacey was the residence of the Edwardian society lady Margaret Greville, the illegitimate daughter of brewery magnate William McEwan, until her death in 1942.
After her death, the house was made open to the public in accordance with her wishes, and is now administered by the National Trust, which has restored it in the style of an opulent Edwardian mansion.
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother honeymooned at Polesden Lacey.
markb-photo.que.jp /England/0084.html   (197 words)

  
 Natural Discovery
Ride through Ranmore Common, past the National Trust owned Polesden Lacey estate and visit the largest vineyard in England.
Ranmore Common is 470 acres of exceptional wooded common adjoining the southern boundary of the Polesden Lacey National Trust estate.
Polesden Lacey commands some of the finest views in Surrey and the grounds and garden are open every day of the year.
www.naturaldiscovery.co.uk /electric_biking_route6.htm   (433 words)

  
 Bookhams Story
It is believed that Geary made the Admiral's Road from Polesden Lacey to the top of Hawks Hill which enabled him to avoid paying the toll at the commencement of the turnpike road, it was during Francis Geary's time that the magnificent terrace walk, then 900 feet in length, was constructed.
Mrs Greville made provision for the construction of the Archway, which was built in 1958, at the entrance to Polesden Lacey in memory of her husband.
Beyond the road to Polesden Lacey is the only remaining farm along the Dorking Road, Phoenice Farm.
homepages.tesco.net /~angelo.massimo/poleson.html   (2258 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey, Dorking
The attractive Regency mansion of Polesden Lacey is situated just off the A 246, a little way south of Great Bookham.
The treasures belonging to the estate include the Grenville art collection with paintings by Reynolds, Lawrence, Raeburn and Italian masters of the 14th to 16th century, Flemish tapestries, porcelain from Meissen, Chelsea and Zürich, and valuable Renaissance furniture.
The grounds at Polesden Lacey offer a beautiful stroll through cultivated lawns and informal gardens.
www.planetware.com /dorking/polesden-lacey-eng-sr-pl.htm   (150 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey (Surrey) - © Gardens-Guide.com - OPEN GARDENS UK & Ireland - Features, Admission, Maps, ...
Polesden Lacey (Surrey) - ©; Gardens-Guide.com - OPEN GARDENS UK and Ireland - Features, Admission, Maps, History, and Local Amenities
Note that building works will be in progress to the visitor reception area during 2006 season.
Polesden Lacey is a large 30-acre garden with lawns, borders and a walled rose garden with over-arching pergolas.
www.gardens-guide.com /gardenpages/_0282.htm   (234 words)

  
 The Opera Club of Reigate and Redhill   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
It was to be performed in the Market Hall, Redhill, on the site of which now stands the Harlequin Theatre.
The Merry Widow (at Polesden Lacey Open Air Theatre) : Orpheus in the Underworld
The Pirates of Penzance (at Polesden Lacey Open Air Theatre) : The Yeomen of the Guard
www.operaclub.org.uk /pages/productions.asp   (202 words)

  
 Amazon.com: "Polesden Lacey": Key Phrase page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Effingham to Westhumble Polesden Lacey and England's largest vineyard.
These came from Polesden Lacey (Surrey) which, I imagine, could ill spare them.
little unreliably recorded in Farquhar family lore) was the exclamation, when she saw Gladstone walking across her family's park at Polesden Lacey with a case in his hand: `Mama, I cannot marry a man who carries his bag like that.
www.amazon.com /phrase/Polesden-Lacey   (513 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey Historic House near Dorking, Surrey - South East England - UK Attraction
Polesden Lacey Historic House near Dorking, Surrey - South East England - UK Attraction
Bed & Breakfast accommodation near to Polesden Lacey
View details of self-catering accommodation near Polesden Lacey
www.ukattraction.com /south-east-england/polesden-lacey.htm   (190 words)

  
 Explorer Bus Timetable | Surrey Hills AONB   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The leisure bus follows two distinctive routes: The Saturday route - ‘Villages and Vistas’ follows a scenic route that will appeal to everyone.
It stops at Dorking South Street, Dorking Station, Denbies, Burford Bridge, Bookham Dorking Road, Polesden Lacey, Hatchlands Park, Newlands Corner, Shere, Abinger, Leith Hill (Broadmoor Lane), Westcott, and back to Dorking.
The bus follows a route from Dorking to Polesden Lacey as above, and then calls at East Horsley (Duke of Wellington Pub), Clandon Park, Hatchlands Park, West Horsley (Pumping Station) and East Horsley (Station) before returning to Dorking via Ranmore Common.
www.surreyhills.org /explorerbus.asp   (390 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey (National Trust), an Attraction in Dorking, Surrey. Search for Surrey Attractions.
Polesden Lacey (National Trust), an Attraction in Dorking, Surrey.
Polesden Lacey (National Trust) is in Dorking, Surrey
Experience the best of what Britain has to offer with a personalised chauffeur-driven tour.
www.information-britain.co.uk /showPlace.cfm?Place_ID=1527   (384 words)

  
 B&Bs in or around Polesden Lacey, Surrey, England - local overnight accommodation, including bed and breakfasts, ...
BandBs in or around Polesden Lacey, Surrey, England - local overnight accommodation, including bed and breakfasts, inns, guest houses and small hotels.
BandBs (bed and breakfast), guest houses and inn accommodation.
Nice choice of BandBs (bed and breakfast accommodation) in or around Polesden Lacey, Surrey, England - private houses, inns, small hotels, guest houses, all worth a good look.
www.stilwell.co.uk /show_town.asp?Q=bb|L4350439   (128 words)

  
 42: Polesden Lacey
Had a nice afternoon out with my brother and family, went to Polesden Lacey
The National Trust for a nice walk and cup of tea.
Nice place but I don't think it would be worth the money if we were not members (so we get in free).
42.blogs.warnock.me.uk /2005/03/polesden_lacey.html   (128 words)

  
 The water tower, Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham:: OS grid TQ1352 :: Geograph British Isles - photograph every grid ...
The water tower, Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham:: OS grid TQ1352 :: Geograph British Isles - photograph every grid square!
TQ1352 : The water tower, Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham
In order to obtain an adequate pressure of water to supply the house, this tower was built over the entrance to the stable block (which now houses the shop and tea room).
www.geograph.org.uk /photo/149416   (107 words)

  
 A wintry walk in Polesden Lacey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Mum scraped this pattern into the ice on the car windows
We went on a short walk around Polesden Lacey, while the small amount of snow we got was still there.
Last modified: Tue Jan 3 23:31:33 GMTST 2006
www.photos.mnb.org.uk /2005/polesden-lacey   (39 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey - a Gardens Guide review
: Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, nr Dorking, RH5 6BD Surrey, England
: Polesden Lacey garden is 5 miles north west of Dorking and 2 miles south of Great Bookham.
Review of garden design and landscape architecture products
www.gardenvisit.com /g/pole.htm   (125 words)

  
 Polesden04   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Mrs Greville's 1940 Garden Party (Polesden Lacey July 2004)
We had folks remembering the war days, and also a new generation of listeners.
A superb rendition of David at Polesden presented by Becky (one of our younger listeners)
www.newfoxtrotserenaders.co.uk /polesden04.htm   (120 words)

  
 Map of Polesden Lacey location - South East England - UK Attraction
Map of Polesden Lacey location - South East England - UK Attraction
Great Bookham, Near Dorking, Surrey RH5 6BD - England, UK Add a map to your site
UK Attraction -> SE England -> Dorking -> Polesden Lacey
www.ukattraction.com /south-east-england/map/polesden-lacey.htm   (91 words)

  
 Polesden Lacey, the West Front.:: OS grid TQ1352 :: Geograph British Isles - photograph every grid square!
Polesden Lacey, the West Front.:: OS grid TQ1352 :: Geograph British Isles - photograph every grid square!
Edwardian country house in its own extensive grounds on the North Downs.
Background for photo viewing: white / Black / Grey
www.geograph.org.uk /photo/135589   (76 words)

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