Heritage Open Day: With glorious views across the rolling Surrey Hills, stunning gardens and acres of countryside to explore, Polesden Lacey house and estate is the perfect place to enjoy a day out with family and friends. In the Surrey Hills, just 25 miles from London, Polesden Lacey is ideal for spending time with family and friends. The genius of the garden is its setting with glorious views of Ranmore Common and rolling parkland. A landscape virtually unchanged since medieval times.