Campsite · Great Bookham · Surrey

Embers Polesden Lacey

Tents-only camping inside the Polesden Lacey National Trust estate in the Surrey Hills, with a cafe-bar, fire baskets and pre-pitched bell tents.

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No dogs
Campfires
Glamping

Embers Polesden Lacey sits inside the National Trust estate near Dorking, a short walk from the house and gardens, with trails running out into the Surrey Hills. Entry to the National Trust property is included in the camping fee.

It is a tents-only, car-free field: you unload by your pitch and then park in the car park. Every pitch comes with a fire basket, and there is a cafe and bar on site serving coffee, snacks and pre-ordered pizza. Beyond your own tent you can hire a pre-pitched bell tent or a furnished premium bell tent.

National Trust estate entry included
Fire basket on every pitch
Cafe, bar and pre-order pizza on site
Underfloor-heated shower block
Pre-pitched and furnished bell tents to hire

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OpenNot known

Arrive / leaveFrom 14:00 / by 11:00

DogsNo

CampfiresIn fire pits only

PoolNot known

ElectricNo

Prices

Everyone pays a per-person nightly camping fee covering the stay, parking and facilities. Bell tent rates are added on top of the camping fees.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the grass pitch, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

CheapestDearestClosed

October 2026 from £44.50

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November 2026 from £44.50

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December 2026 from £44.50

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January 2027 from £44.50

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February 2027 from £44.50

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March 2027 from £44.50

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April 2027 from £44.50

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May 2027 from £44.50

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June 2027 from £44.50

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July 2027 from £44.50

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August 2027 from £44.50

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September 2027 from £44.50

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The full price list we hold (2027)

Seasons

Off-peak: 1 January to 20 May, 1 September to 31 December
Peak: 21 May to 31 August

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
grass-pitch, standard-bell-tent, premium-bell-tent	peak	fri, sat, sun	£35 person_night
grass-pitch, standard-bell-tent, premium-bell-tent	offpeak	fri, sat, sun	£25 person_night
grass-pitch, standard-bell-tent, premium-bell-tent	Any	mon, tue, wed, thu	£20 person_night
standard-bell-tent	Any	Any	£75 unit_night
premium-bell-tent	Any	Any	£150 unit_night

People

Child 4–16: £10 night
Child 4–16: £8 night
Infant–3: £0 night

Minimum stays

2 nights: Arrivals on Friday or Saturday
2 nights: Bell tents, always
3 nights (peak): Bank holidays in high season

Source: emberscamping.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Grass pitch

Pitch · sleeps 6

Grass
No electric
10m x 10m
For tent

Room for one medium or large tent or up to two small tents within 8m x 8m. Fire basket included. Gazebos up to 2m x 2m.

Standard bell tent

Pre-pitched tent · sleeps 6

Bedding bring
Fire pit
No dogs

Unfurnished pre-pitched 5m bell tent; bring your own bedding and gear. Fire basket included. Carpets subject to availability.

Premium bell tent

Bell tent

Bedding included
Camp kitchen
Fire pit
No dogs

Furnished with beds and bedding, small fridge, crockery, cutlery, lighting and camping chairs. Charging points for small devices only. Fire basket included.

Rules

Dogs: No
Dogs are not allowed on site at any time.
Fires: In fire pits only · logs sold
BBQs: Raised off the ground only
Fire basket on every pitch. Bring a grill; disposable BBQs are not allowed. Fires may be banned in dry or windy weather.
Groups: By arrangement
Check availability with the office first. No stag or hen groups, single-sex or adults-only multi-pitch groups, or unsupervised under 21s.
Quiet hours: 23:30
Arrival: From 14:00 until 20:00
Tell the site if you will be after 8pm; arrivals after 9pm may not be allowed.
Vehicles: Cars in the car park · 1 per pitch
Visitors: Day visitors not usually allowed; ask the bookings team.
Cancellation: Bookings within 30 days of arrival are non-refundable, non-amendable and non-transferable.
Also: Tents only: no caravans, motorhomes, campervans or sleeping in vehicles
Also: At least one person in the party must be 21 or over
Also: Rooftop tents, trailers and folding campers not allowed

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Hot water

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up (no)
Hardstanding pitches (no)
Ice-pack freezing

Food and drink

Café
Bar
Takeaway
BBQ area (no)
Fire pits

Things to do

Play area
Sports field

Around the site

Woodland
Walk to a pub

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Polesden Lacey Estate, Great Bookham, Great Bookham

Nearest pubThe Royal Oak1.4 miles
Nearest stationBox Hill & Westhumble1.6 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Embers Polesden Lacey?

No, dogs aren't allowed.

Can you have a campfire at Embers Polesden Lacey?

Yes, in fire pits. Logs are sold on site. BBQs: raised off the ground only.

How much does it cost to stay at Embers Polesden Lacey?

From £44.50 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Everyone pays a per-person nightly camping fee covering the stay, parking and facilities. Bell tent rates are added on top of the camping fees.

Does Embers Polesden Lacey have electric hook-ups?

No.