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Shamley Wood Estate

A garden that is worth visiting for its setting alone. Sitting high on the North Downs, it enjoys beautiful views of the South Downs and is approached through a 10 acre deer park. Set within approx 3 acres, the garden features a large pond and an established rose garden. Recent additions inc fire pits, vegetable patch, stream, tropical pergola, and a terraced wildflower lawn.

Owner Info

Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate
Shamley Wood Estate

About Shamley Wood Estate

A relative newcomer, this garden is worth visiting just for the setting! Sitting high on the North Downs, the garden enjoys beautiful views of the South Downs and is approached through a 10 acre deer park. Set within approximately 3 acres, there is a large pond and established rose garden. More recent additions include a stream, fire pits, dry garden, heather, cutting garden and woodland walk.

The garden has featured in the July 2025 edition of the RHS magazine ‘The Garden’ and is managed by garden designer Claire Merriman.
There are a number of sculptures to find by local artists and several pieces of driftwood art. The garden is fun for children with hidden dens and a small children’s play area. There is easy access to some beautiful footpaths for those with dogs to walk.

Shamley Wood Estate features

Location details

Shamley Wood Estate,
Woodhill Lane,
Guildford,
Surrey,
GU5 0SP

Directions to Shamley Wood Estate
5m S of Guildford in village of Shamley Green. Entrance is approx ¼m up Woodhill Ln from centre of Shamley Green. What3words app: ideas.instincts.explain.

Shamley Wood Estate openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 2 March to 30 October for groups of 10+.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Teas with gluten free options.
Admission Adult: £10.00
Child: £0.00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access to most of garden. Step to access ground level WC.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Shamley Wood Estate at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Shamley Wood Estate. 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.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Shamley Wood Estate are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Shamley Wood Estate 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.