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Hill Farm

1¾ acre set in the magnificent Surrey Hills landscape. The garden has a wealth of different natural habitats to encourage wildlife, and planting areas which come alive through the different seasons. Features inc a wildlife pond, woodland walk, a tapestry of heathers, glorious late summer grasses and perennials, wildflower meadow, a vegetable and cut flower garden with greenhouse. A garden to be enjoyed by all. Everyone welcome.

Owner Info

  • Helen Thomas
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm
Hill Farm

About Hill Farm

The garden is owned by Helen Thomas and her husband Martin where they brought up their two children and family dogs and have lived since 1997.

Helen is a professional garden designer. As well as concentrating on her own garden she has completed the redesign of many other gardens for clients in the area.

Information will be provided for visitors explaining how the garden has developed over the years and what the plans are for the future.

The garden is managed sensitively, retaining many of its original features and sense of place.

Hill Farm features

Location details

Hill Farm,
Dorking,
Surrey,
RH4 3JY

Directions to Hill Farm
Parking on Westcott Heath just past church. Entry to garden opp. What3words app: putty.ballots.arrive.

Hill Farm openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments in aid of GRACE (Gynae-oncology Research and Clinical Excellence).
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 11:00-16:30

Accessibility

  • Sloping garden; most areas are accessible for wheelchair users but may require assistance. Most paths are grass so care needed if very wet.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Hill Farm at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Hill Farm. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Hill Farm, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Hill Farm are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Hill Farm seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.