Surrey has plenty of accessible culture to offer to the elderly. From National Trust properties to silver screenings at the cinema, there is plenty to enjoy across the county.
For other accessible days out in Surrey, please take a look at our Top 5 Accessible Days out in Surrey for the Elderly.
If your elderly relative lives with dementia, you may be interested in our guide to Dementia Friendly Initiatives in Surrey.
The Best National Trust Properties in Surrey to Visit With Elderly Relatives
The National Trust is the largest environment and heritage conservation charity in the UK. They own and run several properties and gardens across Surrey.
It may be worth considering investing in a National Trust membership. Membership means free entry to over 500 National Trust sites and free parking. Discounted senior membership is available for over 60s who have held a membership for the last three consecutive years.
Claremont Landscape Garden
With nearly 300 years of history, the eighteenth century garden at Claremont is a beautiful place to visit. Once the countryside retreat of English Queens, Claremont has always been somewhere to escape to and enjoy the outdoors.
Across the garden, there are many attractions to discover, including a large amphitheatre, a serpentine lake and Camellia Terrace. The changing seasons and thoughtful Claremont design mean the gardens always look different and can be visited and enjoyed frequently.
There is a diverse programme of events for families and a children’s adventure play area. The cafe offers a delicious array of freshly baked cakes and lunches. Dogs on leads are welcome in the winter months (1 October to 30th April); they are welcome all year in the cafe.
You can view Claremont Landscape Garden’s full accessibility statement here.
Prices
- Adult: £12.00
- Child: £6.00
- Family: £30.00
Opening Times
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Accessibility Assistance
There are three blue-badge parking spaces with level access, 10 metres from kiosk and 20 metres from the cafe. At the cafe there is ramp access, a disabled toilet and an outside seating area.
An access for all paths goes around the circumference of the lake. There are also braille and large print guides available from the entrance kiosk.
Contact
- Address: Claremont Landscape Garden, Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9JG
- Telephone: 01372 467806
- Email: [email protected]
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Leith Hill Place
Once home to one of England’s greatest composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Leith Hill Place is an atmospheric house with gorgeous views of the Surrey countryside. Charles Darwin also conducted some of his studies in the grounds.
For nearly 40 years, Leith Hill Place was used as a school boarding house, but in 2019 opened to the public. The house holds lots of history and is a relaxing day out. The soundscape tour involves listening to classical music and is said to be very relaxing. There is a cafe serving tea and cake which can be enjoyed, looking out over the view.
You can view Leith Hill Place’s full accessibility statement here.
Prices
Opening Times
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Accessibility Assistance
Wheelchair users can be dropped off outside the house. There are also parking spaces for Blue Badge holders near the site.
There is a ramp at the front door and the grounds are level with wide doorways. An accessible version of the soundscape tour is available for those who cannot take the stairs.
Contact
- Address: Leith Hill Place, Leith Hill Ln, Dorking RH5 6LY
- Telephone: 01306 711685
- Email: [email protected]
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Box Hill, Tadworth
Box Hill is the perfect place for a family walk, whilst exploring the Surrey Hills. The site boasts panoramic views across the beautiful, surrounding countryside with an abundance of wildlife to spot, from blue butterflies to mini beasts and colourful wild flowers.
Dogs are welcome, but it is asked they are kept on leads where livestock are grazing. You can bring a picnic to enjoy with the view.
Prices
The only charges at Box Hill are for parking. £1.50 per hour for the first 2 hours; £4.00 for up to 4 hours; £6.00 for 5 hours and above.
Opening Times
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Accessibility Assistance
Disabled parking spots are available. There are accessible paths to viewpoints and along the length of the North Downs Way. South Scarp is very steep so we recommend avoiding this area if you are walking with someone very elderly or in a wheelchair.
Contact
- Address: The Old Fort, Box Hill Road, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 7LB
- Telephone: 01306 885502
- Email: [email protected]
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Silver Screenings in Surrey
Silver Screenings are film showings that are dedicated to elderly cinema fans. At cinemas across Surrey, tea and cake is served before or after the film, meaning they can be a great way to meet new people and socialise.
ODEON Silver Cinema
ODEON run a Silvers Club – a series of film screenings, specifically for guests over 60. Tickets start at a discounted price and include tea, coffee and biscuits before the film. Films shown vary from latest releases to classic favourites. Silver Cinema screenings are available at two ODEON cinemas in Surrey: Epsom and Guildford. Please book using contact details below.
Epsom
- Address: Epsom ODEON Cinema, 14B, 18 Upper High Street, Epsom, KT17 4QJ
- Telephone: 0333 014 4501
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Guildford
- Address: Guildford ODEON Cinema, Bedford Rd, Guildford GU1 4SJ
- Telephone: 0333 014 4501
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Everyman Cinema Silver Screenings
Everyman run the silver screen club: a weekly matinee screenings of a current film for those aged 55 and over. Tickets include a free hot drink and a slice of cake. In Surrey, there are two Everyman cinemas in Esher and Reigate. Please book using contact details for your nearest cinema.
Esher
- Address: Esher Everyman Cinema, 22 High Street, Esher, KT10 9RT
- Telephone: 0872 436 9060
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Reigate
- Address: Reigate Everyman Cinema, Bancroft Road, Reigate, RH2 7RP
- Telephone: 0872 436 9060
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Nova Cinema, Woking
Nova Cinema in Woking have a ‘Silver Nova’ scheme, where they run a screening of a new film every Friday morning. Tickets for these showings are £6.50, which includes a hot drink and a biscuit.
- Address: Nova Cinema, Peacocks Centre (Top Floor - Level 1), Woking, Surrey, GU21 6GQ
- Email: [email protected]
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Mobility Specialists in Surrey
Age Space preferred mobility retailer
Wheelfreedom have the mobility solution for your needs, and you can try out a range of mobility scooters, powered and manual wheelchairs, rollators, rise and recliners and profiling beds for free in their Chessington showroom.
Or call them on 0800 008 6950.
