Painshill

Painshill is a masterpiece of garden design.
Created in the 18th century by Charles Hamilton as a living painting.

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Painshill is full of stunning trees and we wanted to find different ways of encouraging families to enjoy them🌳

This season, we are inviting you to hear about our trees, listen to them, as well as take time, as trees do, together. Tree time moves on a slow, vast scale that we can experience when we walk among ancient trees🌳

We want to gift families the time together to hear the stories of our trees, the history they have witnessed and how much they can tell us about ourselves and our environment🌳

This October half term, we are inviting children (under 16) to visit for free* to experience time together and all the gifts that tree pace brings🌳

This offer is available online only. To book tickets and enjoy free tickets for children this half term, visit our website and use code: Childfree

*available with a full paying adult or Painshill Membership
🔗Find out more at https://t.co/HKSQfNzKeV

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As winter approaches and the days grow shorter, Painshill’s daily opening hours will change starting tomorrow, Saturday 25 October:

🕙 Open at 10.00am
🕒 Last entry at 3.00pm
🕓 Close at 4.00pm

Embrace the season with refreshing walks among the autumn leaves and then warm up afterwards with a comforting hot drink and a slice of cake at Mr Hamilton's Tea Room☕🍰

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This autumn, join our expert guides for a special Tree Walk through Painshill’s Grade I listed landscape🌳

Discover the living history of our remarkable trees, from the towering Great Cedar to the ancient oak that is estimated to be at least 450 years old🌳

Each walk offers a chance to slow down, look closer, and hear the extraordinary stories that trees have to tell; from their role in Charles Hamilton’s 18th century vision, to their importance for biodiversity, wellbeing and the environment today🍂

📆Dates: Friday 24th October & Friday 7th November
🥾Comfortable walking shoes needed
ℹ️Please book in advance online at https://t.co/sI40QUiYKc

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🌳Our trees have stood tall for centuries and they have incredible stories to share! This autumn, we're celebrating these natural giants with two brand new ways to explore, learn and to be amazed.

For families and curious young explorers, pick up an autumn Activity Book, packed with fun facts and creative activities:

🔍 Can you find the trees with knees?
🐛 How many bugs can you see living in our trees?
🏆 Did you know that one of our trees is a European champion?

For nature lovers, don’t miss our beautifully illustrated Tree Guide, introducing you to some of Painshill's most historic and remarkable trees, including:

🌳 A Cork Oak planted by Charles Hamilton and believed to be one of the oldest in the UK
🌲 A towering Cedar, thought to be the largest multi-stemmed example of its type in Europe
👑 An ancient Oak dating back to the time of Henry VIII

Whether you're visiting Painshill for the vibrant autumn colour or to enjoy the history, there’s no better time to connect with our extraordinary trees🍁

🍂Both the autumn Activity Book and the Tree Guide are available now in our gift shop for a small donation🍂

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#Painshill #Trees #Charity #Heritage #Historic #Nature #ChildrenGoFree #HalfTerm #Surrey

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With 160 acres of beautiful landscape to care for, our small and dedicated Landscapes Team, ably assisted by a talented team of Volunteers, have many trees to look after🌳

One of the tree maintenance techniques the team uses is Eco-Poling🌳

Eco-Poling is a term generally applied to the removal of the main scaffold branches from a dead or decaying mature tree but the stem is retained for wildlife habitat🐦

The main reason for eco-poling is to retain a dead or decaying tree for wildlife habitat while ensuring safety by removing the risk of falling branches🍃

Since the tree is dead or decaying, there is no specific time of year for eco-poling and it can be carried out at any time. Eco-poling can be carried out on most species of trees. Normally it would be used on mature trees with features such as decay pockets (eg. a decaying hole from a pruning wound) or splits in the stem, since these are typical habitats for fauna such as birds or bats🦇

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuMrHK

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Originating from the North American East and parts of Mexico, the Black Tupelo displays extraordinary colours in autumn when its foliage turns purple and then scarlet red❤️

The tree also produces small blackish-blue fruits which are enjoyed by wildlife. They have a sour taste, giving the tree its common name, Sour Gum.

Nyssa trees prefer damp, moist soil, and also woodland settings, leading to their scientific name. Nyssa was a Greek water nymph and in Latin sylvatica means ‘of the woodland’.

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌲Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuMrHK

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🌳Our trees have stood tall for centuries and they have incredible stories to share! This autumn, we're celebrating these natural giants with brand new ways to explore, learn and to be amazed.

Whether you're visiting Painshill for the vibrant autumn colour or to enjoy the history, there’s no better time to connect with our extraordinary trees🍂

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuLTSc

#Painshill #Trees #Charity #Heritage #Historic #Nature

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✨Whispers through the woodlands tell us that something magical is strirring at Painshill✨

The air is getting cooler and excitement of what is to come is drifting through the trees🌲

Keep your eyes open for an announcement soon... a surprise is coming that will enhance your festive season❄️

Christmas is about to get a little more enchanted✨

#Painshill #BelieveInMagic #MagicIsComing #ChristmasWonder #StayTuned

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Painshill is full of stunning trees and we wanted to find different ways of encouraging families to enjoy them🌳

This season, we are inviting you to hear about our trees, listen to them, as well as take time, as trees do, together. Tree time moves on a slow, vast scale that we can experience when we walk among ancient trees🌳

We want to gift families the time together to hear the stories of our trees, the history they have witnessed and how much they can tell us about ourselves and our environment🌳

This October half term, we are inviting children (under 16) to visit for free* to experience time together and all the gifts that tree pace brings🌳

This offer is available online only. To book tickets and enjoy free tickets for children this half term, visit our website and use code: Childfree

*available with a full paying adult or Painshill Membership

🔗Find out more at https://t.co/HKSQfNzKeV

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With 160 acres of beautiful landscape to care for, our small and dedicated Landscapes Team, ably assisted by a team of Volunteers, have many trees to look after.

One of the tree maintenance techniques used is Coppicing.

Coppicing is an ancient woodland management technique which involves cutting a tree or shrub back to its base (known as a ‘stool’), thereby encouraging the growth of new shoots.

Traditionally, coppicing was used to ensure a regular supply of firewood and timber for garden and landscape structures such as fencing or plant supports. Today it is used to regenerate and rejuvenate shrubs and to promote the sustainability and biodiversity of woodland spaces.

For example, coppicing certain trees encourages larger leaves to grow, while coppicing a woodland area introduces more sunlight onto the woodland floor enabling a wider variety of plants to flourish.

All of the plant structures in the Kitchen Garden are made from Hazel coppiced within the Painshill landscape.

Coppicing takes place from late September to early Spring when the plant is dormant. This both reduces risk of disease to the plant and encourages healthy growth come Spring.

Many trees and shrubs are suitable for coppicing, such as Beech (Fagus sylvatica), Dogwood (Cornus), Elder (Sambucus), Hazel (Corylus), Indian Bean Tree (Catalpa) and Judas Tree (Cercis), all of which can be found at Painshill.

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuLTSc

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🍁As we embrace #WellnessWednesday this week, it's a reminder to slow down, breathe deep and let nature reset you🌲

Spending time among trees, especially in the golden light of autumn, can lower stress, boost mood and reconnect you to what matters most. The changing leaves are a perfect invitation to pause and to be present🍂

Want to immerse yourself even more? Join us for our Autumn Photography Workshop, a wonderful escape into the beauty of the season, where you will learn to see, and capture, nature in a whole new way 📸

🌳Find out more about our Autumn Photography Workshop at https://t.co/haSQi1mYid

#NatureHeals #Painshill #MindfulMoments #AutumnVibes #PhotographyWorkshop #SlowDown

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Dating from Tudor times, this beautiful veteran oak tree is believed to be one of the oldest at Painshill🌳

It is affectionately known as the ‘Heart of Oak’ due to the heart-shaped hollow in the centre of its trunk🧡 Listen to the video to find out more about this incredible tree.

Ancient oaks are vital homes to a wide range of biodiversity, supporting more species than any other native tree and with the potential to host over 2,300 species of birds, mammals, fungi and invertebrates.

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌲Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuLTSc

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This beautiful weeping willow tree sits beside the lake with its leaves delicately draping down towards the water🌿

This type of tree was first introduced to England in the 18th century and so it is well suited to Painshill’s historic landscape. Visitors can see the Ruined Abbey in the distance, across the lake, from the weeping willow.

In addition to being a stunning ornamental tree, the nectar-rich flowers of weeping willows provide a key source of food for insects such as bees and butterflies🦋

At Painshill, many visiting birds are also frequently seen around the waters of this pretty tree. Additionally, the bark of the weeping willow has traditionally been used for pain relief, as it contains salicin, a natural compound with properties similar to aspirin🩺

Visit Painshill this autumn to hear more about the intriguing stories of our trees🌲

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📆Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuMrHK

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🌎Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay🌍

Take a moment for you this autumn🍂

Escape the rush of daily life and reconnect with nature at Painshill, a peaceful haven where the beauty of the season can soothe the soul 🍁

Why not try something new? Taking part in a Tree Ritual is a simple but powerful way to boost your mood and wellbeing:

🌳 Pick a tree – Find one you feel drawn to, whether it's ancient and wise or quietly beautiful.
👁 Engage your senses – Notice the bark’s texture, the colours of the leaves, the sound of birds and wind
🤲 Connect physically – Touch the bark, rest your cheek on the trunk, or give it a hug (yes, really – it helps!)
🌬 Breathe deeply – Slow, mindful breaths will calm your mind and body
🧘‍♀️ Be present – Let go of the to-do lists and just be in the moment
🕰 Stay as long as you like – Whether it’s 5 minutes or an hour, this time is yours.

Let nature hold space for your wellbeing💚

Visit us at Painshill and experience the magic of trees🌳

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#MentalHealthAwareness #NatureHeals #Painshill #MindfulMoments #TreeRitual #Surrey

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Painshill is full of stunning trees and we wanted to find different ways of encouraging families to enjoy them🌳

This season, we are inviting you to hear about our trees, listen to them, as well as take time, as trees do, together. Tree time moves on a slow, vast scale that we can experience when we walk among ancient trees🌳

We want to gift families the time together to hear the stories of our trees, the history they have witnessed and how much they can tell us about ourselves and our environment🌳

This October half term, we are inviting children (under 16) to visit for free* to experience time together and all the gifts that tree pace brings🌳

This offer is available online only. To book tickets and enjoy free tickets for children this half term, visit our website and use code: Childfree

*available with a full paying adult or Painshill Membership

🔗Find out more at https://t.co/HKSQfNzKeV

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The Great Cedar (Cedrus libani) at Painshill is thought to be the largest multi-stemmed tree of its kind in Europe🌳

Originating from the mountainous regions of Syria, Turkey and Lebanon, the Great Cedar was planted at Painshill by Charles Hamilton to draw the eye of the visitor and create a dramatic moment in a view.

In 2022, this impressive tree was chosen as part of a nationwide network of 70 Ancient Trees that were dedicated to the late Queen in celebration of her Platinum Jubilee.

Visit Painshill this autumn to hear more about the intriguing stories of our trees.

Through a series of walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📅Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuLTSc

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This #WellnessWednesday we are thinking about how trees help to clean the air which we breathe🌬️💚

Trees are natural air purifiers. Through the process of photosynthesis, they absorb carbon dioxide from the air and release oxygen. But that’s not all, trees also trap dust, smoke and other pollutants on their leaves and bark, helping to make the air cleaner and healthier for us all🌳

Next time you walk through Painshill's landscape or sit under a leafy tree, take a deep breath to experience nature’s own air filter at work🍃

Visit Painshill this autumn to hear more about our wonderful trees, to learn why they are so important and to discover how they inspire artists; from our founder Charles Hamilton, to artists working today🌳

Through walks, talks, activities and special events we’ll be celebrating our trees this season and we would love for you to join us!

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📅Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuMrHK

#CleanAir #TreePower #NatureHeals #Photosynthesis #AirQuality #Painshill #Surrey #Trees

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🍂This autumn, we are sharing the stories of Painshill's trees🌳

One of the first landscape gardens to be Grade I listed, work on Painshill began in 1738 and its extraordinary journey over centuries is rooted in its trees. These specimens stand as witnesses to history and are important protectors of biodiversity🍃

Discover ancient trees that have stood for centuries, including Europe's largest multi-stemmed cedar, and hear their fascinating tales through walks, talks and creative workshops🌲

Step into history, breathe in beauty and be inspired at Painshill this autumn🍁

🌳Something you should hear: a celebration of trees at Painshill
📅Until 27 November
🍂Included with general entry and free for Painshill Members
🔗For further information and to book tickets, see https://t.co/Dc0UkuLTSc

#Painshill #Autumn #LivingLandscape #TreeTales #Heritage #LearnFromNature

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What a beautiful day!☀️

The blue sky and beautiful sunshine are the ideal backdrop for a crisp autumn stroll exploring Painshill's historic landscape. It's the perfect blend of autumn colour, softened sunlight and fresh air... just magical 🍂

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