Places to visit
Sometimes we forget about the places nearest to us, that could be good to spend some time visiting. Whether you visit with family, or a carer or companion, we've selected a range of places, some of which are good for dropping into when you have a couple of hours free and others that can be a longer excursion and may cost a little more for entry.
Sunbury Walled Garden & The Sunbury Embroidery Gallery, Lower Sunbury - The walled garden, ebroidery gallery and the cafe share space on the side of Sunbury Park. The walled garden is lovely for a stroll. The embroidery gallery has a permanent exhibition housing the Village Panel, depicting the local area with 130 pieces of embroidery joined to form the full piece (3m x 1m). They also have other visiting exhibitions and hold workshops and talks. Location: TW16 6AB Contact: info@sunburygallery.org
Spelthorne Museum, Staines - On display at the museum are local finds including a mammoth tusk, Roman pots, and a replica of Neolithic Shepperton Woman. There are also regular talks, events and activities. Location: TW18 4PG Contact: 01784 461804
The Ferry Coffee Shop, Shepperton - Head to The Ferry Coffee shop by the Thames in Shepperton. Whilst you are there you can browse the small selection of courtyard shops at Ferry Point, just behind the coffee shop. Or take a short stroll up to the lock and watch the boats go by.​ Location: TW17 9LQ ​Contact: 01932 221094
Notcutts Garden Centre, Laleham - The garden centre is the ideal place for some retail therapy (or window shopping) with a great selection gifts, cards, homeware, gardenware and plants on offer. Stop for a cuppa or something nice to eat in the cafe. ​Visit the animals in the pet shop. Location: TW18 2SF Contact: 01784 460832
Squires Garden Centre, Twickenham - The garden centre is the ideal place for some retail therapy (or window shopping) with a great selection gifts, cards, homeware, gardenware and plants on offer. Stop for a cuppa or something nice to eat in the cafe. ​ Location: TW2 5PA Contact No: 0208 8977 9241
Marble Hill House Park (English Heritage), Twickenham - The House at Marble Hill is open and free to enter at certain times of the year. Please check before you visit. The house is set in acres of parkland adjoining the riverside, which can be nice for a walk. The park entrance is closed at night -please check. Location: TW1 2NL Contact: marblehillpark@english-heritage.org.uk
Kew Royal Botanic Gardens From the famous Arboretum to the Winter Garden and alpine rock gardens, there's so much to see here. There are also shops, restaurants and cafes, events and exhibitions and there's even a land train, so it's easy to spend a day here. Location: TW9 3AE Contact No: 0208 332 5655
London Borough of Hounslow
Osterly Park and House (National Trust), Isleworth - A cafe, second-hand bookshop, gift shop, duck pond and acres of green space to explore. You can pay (National Trust members enter free) to enter the house and garden in addition. Location: TW7 4RB Contact No: 020 8232 5050
Adrian Hall Garden Centre The garden centre is the ideal place for some retail therapy (or window shopping) with a great selection gifts, cards, homeware, gardenware and plants on offer. Stop for a cuppa or something nice to eat in the cafe. ​ Location: TW13 7NA Contact No: 01932 253354
Hounslow Heath Nature Reserve A lovely green place with a large network of paths good for walks and trails. Location: TW4 6AE
Elmbridge
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey - Explore the home of King Henry VIII. Entrance fee also includes access to the magnificent gardens. Location: KT8 9AU Contact No: 020 3166 6000
Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, Walton on Thames - Provide a year round programme of events; music, drama, comedy and art exhibitions. There is also a community cafe which is run by volunteers and staff who create beautiful dishes using surplus food. Location: KT12 2PF Contact No: 01932 253354
Squires Garden Centre, Hersham Location: KT12 4AR Contact No: 01932 247579
Brooklands Museum, Weybridge - The museum is home to classic vehicles and aircraft all housed on the sight of the first purpose-built race track. Enjoy interactive experiences, Concorde tours, simulators and bus rides. There is an entrance fee - carers go free. Location: KT13 0SL Contact No: 01932 857381
The Savill Garden, Englefield Green - A 35-acre haven of gardens, woodland and seasonal displays, originally commissioned by George V, on the edge of Windsor Great Park. There is a charge to entre the gardens, which are open daily 9am -4.30pm. Carers supporting someone with disability related needs can enter for free. There is a restaurant with terrace and a cafe within the visitor centre, which also has a lovely gift shop. Nearby Virginia Water Lakes can be visited for free. Location: TW20 0UJ
The Runnymede on Thames Hotel & Spa - An adult only Warner Hotel, with lovely riverside lounge and terrace for day time drinks and snacks. Afternoon Tea can also be booked Contact Tel: 0330 102 9953
Longacres Bourne Valley Garden Centre, Addlestone - The garden centre is the ideal place for some retail therapy (or window shopping) with a great selection gifts, cards, homeware, gardenware and plants on offer. Stop for a cuppa or something nice to eat in the cafe. Location: KT15 3TH Contact No: 01932 355707
Magna Carta Tea Room (National Trust), Englefield Green - Why not combine a trip to the National Trust Tearoom with a riverside walk or a wander to the birthplace of the Magna Carta (Runnymede and Ankerwycke) Location: TW20 0AE