This is one of those places that unless you know it is there you wouldn’t know it is there. It’s all on a pretty small plot really but cleverly laid out to create different paths to follow. Yes it is all about art and sculpture, but combined with the outdoors as you walk through the woodland.
I wasn’t sure the boys would like it, but the mixture of being outside wandering along the winding walkways and across some well hidden bridges mixed with hundreds of sculptures really engaged them. They loved it.
You do need to be prepared for a little nudity in the sculptures, but despite us giggling lot at the numerous willies and boobies on show, the novelty soon wore off as our attention was stolen by the several fabulous sculptures situated around the park.
There are over 800 pieces on display and whilst most are for sale for a higher price than the majority of visitors would ever be likely to pay for them, it was fun seeing how much they were and guessing which was worth the most etc. My 8 year old was particularly taken with everything there. It’s cultural, thought and discussion provoking and it’s physical for the kids!
You’ll need approx 2-3 hrs unless you’re running round at 100 mph and whilst there are no refreshments on site, there are little log houses overlooking the park where you can stop for a snack and a drink that you bring yourselves.
If you fancy it, there is a pub adjacent to the entrance to the sculpture park, ‘Belle and the Dragon’. We haven’t been so I can’t recommend from experience.
The park is dog friendly too, as long as they are kept on the lead.
Obviously the FIRST thing my eldest needed when we arrived was a wee! I was dreading the cold, damp toilets but OMG…… some of the nicest lavatory facilities we’ve ever had the pleasure of using. All warm, cosy and decorated beautifully with various crafty techniques and sculptures. Impressive for such a ‘take it as you find it’ kind of place.
The only thing that might be a struggle would be a pushchair or a wheelchair. If taking your bubbas then I’d certainly recommend using your toddler back carrier or baby papoose.
Parking was limited with about a dozen spaces, but as few seem to know bout this park, we parked easily in one of those.
So, if you fancy it, be sure to head straight to reception ( wooden cabin signposted from entrance) to get your tickets and collect your exhibit guide.
There is definitely something for everyone.
https://www.thesculpturepark.com
Corner of Jumps and Tilford Road, Churt
Farnham,
Surrey,
GU10 2LH
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