Castles, Houses & Museums

Sometimes nothing beats a chance to go back in time, and to discover more about how life was once lived. Thanks to the plethora of castles, stately homes and museums in the region, Surrey and Sussex days out with a healthy dose of heritage are easy to find.

Use our experience finder pages to discover all you need to know about the exceptional history that surrounds us right here in the south-east.

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Polesden Lacey
Castles, Houses & Museums

Polesden Lacey (National Trust)

One of the most pleasing aspects of planning a day out in Surrey is the sheer number of historical houses there are to explore in the county...
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Runnymede and Ankerwycke (National Trust)

Few documents in history have had as great an effect on our lives as the 1215 Magna Carta, and here in the Surrey village of Runnymede is wh...
Surrey's excellent Rural Life Living Museum
Castles, Houses & Museums

Rural Life Living Museum

The Rural Life Living Museum in Surrey is a captivating destination that offers a unique glimpse into the rich heritage of English rural lif...
Visit the historic Sackville College soon
Castles, Houses & Museums

Sackville College

Sackville College in East Grinstead is a hidden gem that offers visitors a unique glimpse into English history, architecture and tradition. ...
Ideal For...  Couples Families
Glorious Sheffield Park in Sussex
Castles, Houses & Museums

Sheffield Park and Garden (National Trust)

The National Trust maintains a number of beautiful properties right across the south-east, and Sheffield Park is one of the very best. If yo...
Ideal For...  Everyone
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Standen House and Garden (National Trust)

The Arts and Crafts movement was popular around the world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and it was synonymous with the likes of...
Castles, Houses & Museums

Tangmere Military Aviation Museum

You don’t have to be a history buff to enjoy everything that Tangmere Military Aviation Museum has to offer. Once the site of an important a...
Castles, Houses & Museums

The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux

The Observatory Science Centre in East Sussex is a captivating destination for anyone interested in astronomy and history, and is a favourit...
Ideal For...  Everyone
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Castles, Houses & Museums

Uppark House and Garden (National Trust)

There are some wonderful days out in West Sussex for lovers of style and elegance, and this glorious 17th-century house deserves to be close...
Wakehurst
Castles, Houses & Museums

Wakehurst (National Trust)

While West Sussex is home to a comprehensive selection of landmarks and attractions, few can claim to be as important perhaps as Wakehurst. ...