Timeline
14:40
Start at Painshill Landscape Gardens. The restored 18th-century park was created from heathland and woodland by Charles Hamilton. Walk the paths to find a quiet spot near the architectural features and non-native shrubs. The scenery is laid out as a series of crafted scenes.
15:25
Watch the golden light hit the park. On 15 January, the sun sets toward the SW starting around 15:25. The light transforms the trees and water features of Painshill.
15:55
Head to RHS Garden Wisley. This is the Royal Horticultural Society's flagship garden, featuring thousands of plants from every continent across dozens of themed areas including formal gardens. It is a short walk from Painshill.
Local tip
Check opening hours for RHS Garden Wisley before you go, as they vary by season. Painshill is open for walks, but check specific access times for the interior features.
Check before you go
- RHS Garden Wisley has specific opening hours and entry fees. Painshill is a public park, but some features may have restricted access times.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Guildford (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).