Travel Information

Open between April and October, pick a good weather day to visit and see Bird World at its best. Located within the Alice Holt Forest in Surrey, Bird World is one of the largest bird parks in the UK. You can spend the whole day here as there is so much to see. Hundreds of birds, parrots that talk, birds that put on their own spectacular displays and birds that are just plain noisy! Twice a day you can watch the penguins being fed and if you book in advance you can feed the penguins yourself. Be forewarned, penguins are very smelly birds to feed and this activity may not be for the faint hearted. Included in the entry price is a visit to underwater world. For smaller children there is the Jenny Wren Farm with lots of domestic animals. If you are allowed to stroke these animals please ensure that children wash their hands thoroughly afterwards. There is also a safari train, Gift Shop, and a Pet Shop, plus opportunities to learn about conservation projects. Travel with your Surrey Motorhome Hire three miles south of Farnham on the A325 and follow the brown and white cockatoo sign boards. Bird World is also well sign posted from the M3 from junction 4 and is also easily accessible in your Surrey Motorhome Hire, from the M25.

Bird World
Holt Pound
Farnham
Surrey
GU10 4LD
24 hour information Tel: 0142022140

This outstanding area of woodland is excellent for walking and just the place to take the family in your Surrey Motorhome Hire. It is excellent for walkers with routes of varying lengths and spectacular scenery. Box Hill in Surrey may have inspired Jane Austen, Robert Louis Stevenson and John Keats, who all came to view this site. Box Hill is now managed by the National Trust who gives additional information on their website. They also run a busy shop, servery and Discovery Zone on the hilltop, plus new mountain bike hire facilities. Pay and display parking for your Surrey Motorhome Hire is currently (March 2011) £3 per vehicle, all day.

The Old Fort
Box Hill Road
Box Hill
Tadworth
KT20 7LB
Tel: 01306 885502

The site of the worlds first purpose-built motor racing circuit, was constructed at Weybridge, Surrey in 1907 and is now the location of Brooklands Museum. It is now the home of Concorde. This amazing airplane is grounded for good here but you can still imagine supersonic flight as its passengers flew at that amazing speed. I have always been surprised at how small the interior is in comparison to other holiday jets, but then it has to have been like a dart to travel faster than sound. It is worth seeing if you love travel and want to see how the wealthy passenger jetted around the world.  The Museum also houses the Concorde Simulator, it is one of just two in the world and cost approximately £3 million, equivalent to some £20 million at today’s prices. One of the most sophisticated aircraft simulators ever created and was used to train British Airways Concorde aircrew. When Concorde operations ceased at the end of 2003, British Airways decommisioned the simulator and, a year later, it was dismantled and transported to Brooklands Museum.  Brooklands Museum is also the site of many engineering and technological achievements throughout eight decades of the 20th century. Brooklands Museum is run as a registered charity with many volunteers supporting activities there. There are several events taking place throughout the year so if you are traveling in your Surrey Motorhome Hire it is best to check what is happening prior to setting out. Plan your visit taking account of opening times and admission prices.

Brooklands Museum
Brooklands Road
Weybridge
Surrey
KT13 0QN

Chatley Heath Semaphore Tower, built in 1821. It is one of a series of semaphore stations that provided a visual link between the Admiralty in Whitehall and the Royal Naval Dockyard in Portsmouth for important communication of Naval orders and Naval reports.

The Senaphore communication system is was adopted in many countries as a form of communication replacing the horse rider message courier. It was later replaced by the telephone and radio station communication systems.

Vineyard tours and a choice of restaurants,Art Gallery,Wine and Gift Shop and
Kitchen Garden Centre all at Denbies Wine Estate. If you intend to travel in your motorhome or campervan to visit Denbies Wine Estate then check out their website for more information.

Denbies Wine Estate
London Road
Dorking
Surrey
RH5 6AA
England

Telephone: 01306 876616

Fancy a scenic tour to Britain’s largest vineyard while on holiday in a camper van? Then visit Denbies Wine Estate in Surrey, spanning 627 acres on the North Downs. Enjoy a tasty meal in one of the two restaurants, or experience one of many tasting sessions available throughout the year. Take home a bottle or two home with you from the gift shop!

Denbies Wine Estate
London Road
Dorking
Surrey
RH5 6AA
TEL: (44) 01306 876616

If you are exploring Surrey in a motorhome then a trip to Kew Gardens is not to be missed. Now celebrating its 250th birthday, Kew Gardens is host to the largest collection of living plants in the world. The Alpine House, Chokushi-Mon, Kew Palace, and Pagoda are just a few of the world famous fascinating places to see while at Kew. Recently an 18m high treetop walkway was introduced which is designed to sway in the wind and with the movement of guests, giving Kew a more adventurous feel.

Kew is also home to the world’s largest compost heap made using waste from the gardens and the stables of the Household Cavalry.

Royal Botanic Gardens
Kew
Richmond
Surrey
TW9 3AB
24 hour Information Line: 020 8332 5655
Email: info@kew.org

Apart from the magnificent Lakes and Gardens this place is also famous for rhododendrons, azaleas a wonderful natural woodland setting, and much more. If you want to travel in your motorhome or campervan to visit, then check out their website for more information.

Leonardslee lakes & gardens
Lower Beeding
Horsham
RH13 6PP
Surrey
England

Tel: 01403 891212

Whilst exploring Surrey in a camper van a trip to Loseley Park makes for a fun day out. Losely Park is a Stately Home and garden which much to offer visitors. Losely House dates back to the 1560′s and some rooms within the house have even been slept in by Elizabeth and James I. The stunning walled garden contains an award-winning Rose Garden with over 1000 roses, a fascinating Herb Garden and colourful scented Flower Garden.

Losely Park offers so much to visitors that it is a popular venue for events and marriages, especially in the summer months.

Loseley Park
Estate Office
Guildford
Surrey
GU3 1HS

Tel: +44 (0)1483 304440
Fax: +44 (0)1483 302036
enquiries@loseleypark.co.uk

There are, across the U.K., a great many farms open to visitors, but few offer pig racing as an activity. So if you are in Surrey with the family, take the children for the day there to watch this extraordinary pastime. The races take place every day at 12.45pm and 3.45pm, by the outdoor play area.  Choose your winner; if you are a good judge of a racing piglet then your pig choice could come in first! Cheer on the piglets as they travel around the race track as fast as their trotters will carry them! This of course, is only one of the many sights on offer at the farm and it is certainly unusual. Geared for children, the farm also has Pony rides (weather permitting) once a day, or twice at busy times, for children aged 3yrs and over. There is a charge of £1.50 for this activity.  Then there is a ‘Gold’ panning area- where children can sieve for ‘gold’ at the Last Chance Mine. It is a fantastic place to splash around, and can be enjoyed by all members of the family. Price costs £2 per session (which can be shared by the family). Pricing is taken from their 2011 website and may vary. In return for the gold that you find, you take home a souvenir medal! There are also all the usual pets and animals you would associate with a visitor farm plus play areas for the children and trailer rides. Opening times can vary for activities, so please call in advance. The Tea Room is also open to non visitors and provides a welcome stopping off point. Take advantage of the beautiful Surrey countryside around the farm when you travel on your holiday in your London Motorhome Hire. To get there by road Bocketts Farm is situated in Fetcham, south of Leatherhead on Young Street, which is part of the A246 main road to Guildford. For owners of satellite navigation systems, the postcode is KT22 9BS. Please note, once on Young Street, if directed to ‘Salvation Place’ ignore and carry on up to the roundabout where the Bocketts Farm entrance is located. Check the Bocketts Farm website for admission prices and opening times prior to setting out in your London Motorhome Hire.

Bocketts Farm Park
Young Street
Fetcham
Leatherhead
Surrey
KT22 9BS
Phone: 01372 363764

This is a two day music festival showcasing up and coming, and fresh new bands. With live performances on “The Main Stage” and “The Introducing Stage” and top DJ’s playing till 2am in the “FreshEra Dance Tent”. Now into its fith year, Redfest has gained a reputation for championing new emerging bands, solo artists and DJ’s. It is not too far from London and set in the open country so take your wellies! Festivals and wet weather can easily seem to go together! Plan well in advance, by booking your tickets from the Redfest website. Accommodation in a tent can always be risky with British weather, so plan to hire a Motorhome or campervan to ensure a relaxing and luxurious nights sleep. You also have your own toilet and shower facilities at hand which have got to be a huge bonus for any festival participant. If you are traveling in your London Campervan Hire to the festival from the M25 exit at junction 6 and follow signs to Godstone then follow the A25 to Redhill. When you get to Nutfield look out for the signs on your left and follow them to Kings Mill Lane and the site. If you are traveling in your London campervan Hire on the M23 exit at junction 9 and follow signs for Redhill . Then on the A23 When you get to Salfords look out for signs on your right and follow them to Kings Mill Lane and the site. From the A25 , A217 & A23 from Croydon follow signs for Redhill then follow signs for Horley and Gatwick staying on the A23. Look out for signs on your left and follow them past the Hospital then take the next left into Kings Mill Lane and follow this road to the site. Remember that your London Campervan Hire is a heavy vehicle with front wheel drive so park to make driving off grass possible or use hard standing when possible. For information on the line up, and ticket prices, click on the blue text for Redfest Festival.

Robin Cook Farm
Redhill
Surrey
United Kingdom

Located just across the bridge from Hampton Court Palace. Visitors to the gallery may have an opportunity to meet the artists showing their work.

The Fountain Gallery
26 Bridge Road
East Molese
Surrey
KT8 9HA.

Telephone; 020 8941 5865

On good Friday, 22nd April 2011 from 10.30a.m the Great Easter Egg Hunt takes place at the Cranleigh Showground. Take your Surrey Motorhome Hire to the showground for free entry and parking. If you are taking children in your Surrey Motorhome Hire during Easter then this is the place to be! Refreshments can be purchased on site. Organised by the Cranleigh and District Lions Club this is a very popular fun event for all the family to take part. Cranleigh showground is well sign posted in the immediate vicinity and is located on the edge of Cranleigh along the B2127 which runs from Cranleigh to Euhurst. For photographs of previous Great Easter Egg Hunts and more information, visit the Great Easter Egg website.

Friday, 1st June – Vodafone Ladies Day
Saturday, 2nd June – Vodafone Derby Day

Vodafone Derby Day and one of the most famous sporting occasions in the world. Ladies Day is the chance to really dress up and wear that special hat. If you love racing this festival is a ‘must’. Visit their website for more information.

Vodafone Derby Festival
Epsom Downs Racecourse
Epsom Downs
Surrey
KT18 5LQ
England

Telephone: 01372 726311

Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
is a members only site, so ensure you are a member at least 24 hours prior to booking. The site has no toilets or showers but it does have water and a chemical toilet disposal point, so you need to use the facilities in your Motorhome. This is a disadvantage, but on the plus side you are inside London’s infamous orbital M25 motorway and only 15 miles from the City. The best way to visit London is with public transport so catch the Train into London which leaves from the station, around a mile away.On the campsite there is a resident flock of parakeets but for those of you who prefer activity try horse riding, which is available from several local centres close to the Site. There are also places of historical interest locally such as, Hampton Court, Henry VIII’s majestic palace on the Thames and Brooklands Museum (british motorsport). If you don’t want to travel, bring your fishing tackle with you and make sure you have a current Environment Agency rod licence and then relax and enjoy the fishing which is available on site during the season (16 June to site closing date). Buy your food locally at Fridgeway at Squires Garden Centre they sell local fruit, vegetables and preserves. During the summer, pick your own fruit and vegetables (in season) at Garsons, including asparagus, peas and raspberries. The children will love a visit to one of the three theme parks in the area; Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures or Legoland. Close to London in a countryside setting you have the best of both worlds at hand in your Surrey Motorhome Hire. For more information about camping at Walton on Thames, click the blue text below.

Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Fieldcommon Lane
Walton on Thames
Surrey
KT12 3QG
England

Telephone: 01932 220392 (No calls after 8pm please.)