Enjoy a Summer Day Out at Ramster Garden, Surrey

If you are looking for a garden to visit this summer, Ramster Garden in Chiddingfold is one of the best places to visit in Surrey. Whether you are meeting friends, entertaining visiting relatives or simply want a quiet, shady walk with the dog, this dog friendly visitor attraction offers an ideal summer day out in the Surrey Hills.

Ramster Garden during the summertime

A relaxed day out

Surrey has no shortage of attractions offering excitement and family fun, but for something more relaxing, Ramster Garden is the place to escape the crowds. Its twenty-five acres of woodland gardens include seasonal plantings, rare trees, natural carvings and sculptures. Take a gentle woodland walk through the scenery or rest on one of the many benches to enjoy the surroundings.

A garden for all seasons

Ramster is best known for its spring displays of rhododendrons and azaleas, and for its autumn colour. Since extending its opening season to include July and August six years ago, it has also become a popular summer destination. Visitors can see summer-flowering rhododendrons in shades from white and cream through to pink, set against the garden's vivid blue hydrangeas. The woodland is also home to climbing roses and a variety of wildflowers, including orchids.

A quiet woodland walk for your dog

The shady paths around Ramster attract owners looking for a peaceful place to walk their dog. Dogs must be kept on leads throughout the visit, which makes it an excellent choice for anyone with a nervous or elderly dog. Many visitors buy a Seasonal Ticket so they can walk their dog daily and enjoy the gardens through spring, summer and autumn.

Ramster's Tea House is popular with four-legged visitors too, with doggy ice cream and water bowls on offer, and dog-friendly seating both indoors and out.

Dog friendly garden with woodland walks

A hidden gem and historic visitor attraction

Ramster has a long history, reflected in its rare plantings and trees. The house itself is not open to visitors, but its façade is visible through the trees, forming a classic English backdrop to the garden. Ramster House and Garden has been in the same family for over one hundred years and remains an important landmark in the Surrey Hills.

A delightful tea room near Haslemere and Guildford

No visit to Ramster is complete without stopping at the tea room. It serves breakfast baps, morning coffee, lunch, smoothies and cake for afternoon tea, along with its own blend of coffee. Seating is available both inside and outside, dog friendly throughout, whether you want a quiet corner or a table for a group. Ramster's tea room is a popular stop for visitors travelling from Haslemere and Guildford, both a short drive away.

Beautiful outdoor seating area with plenty of shade

Easily accessible from London

Ramster Garden makes an ideal day visit from London. The garden is around an hour's drive from the capital, and twenty minutes south of Guildford. By train, Haslemere station is about an hour from London Waterloo, and Ramster is then just a short taxi ride away, roughly ten minutes by car. It is a straightforward day trip for anyone wanting to escape London for the day and spend it somewhere green and peaceful.

Accessible place to visit

Ramster Garden is accessible to visitors with limited mobility. There is a dedicated path for wheelchairs, though some of the woodland paths are uneven and unsuitable for wheelchair use. A few steep steps in the garden can be avoided, and benches are placed throughout for resting. The tea room is accessible, with disabled parking and toilets available.

Why visit for a summer day out?

Ramster Garden offers a relaxing escape for a day out with family, friends or loved ones. With its summer plantings, woodland walks and tea room, it is one of the best gardens to visit in Surrey this season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pre-book?

No. Buy a ticket from the tea room on arrival if you wish to visit the gardens. No ticket is needed for the tea room, which is open to all visitors during opening hours.

When are you open?

Ramster Garden and tea room is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Prices.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Dogs must remain on a short lead throughout the visit. The tea room is also dog friendly.

Can I bring a picnic?

Picnics are not permitted in the woodland garden or car park, but the tea room offers fresh sandwiches, seasonal soups, homemade quiches, cakes, cream teas, smoothies and coolers, a range of teas and hot drinks, including its own local coffee blend. See our menu (subject to change).

How do I get to Ramster Garden from London?

Ramster is around an hour by car from London, and about an hour by train from London Waterloo to Haslemere station, followed by a short taxi ride of around ten minutes.