The Deepdene Trail is the exciting project bringing the work and life of Thomas Hope back into focus in Dorking. It builds on the work carried out by the volunteers who have been literally uncovering what remains of his estate around Deepdene and restore his mausoleum. Hope was a key figure in the Greek revival in the decorative arts in the early nineteenth century and remains world famous.
Guided walks on the Deepdene Trail
We offer guided walks around the Deepdene Trail during the year. The walk takes around 90 minutes, and is led at a comfortable pace, to accommodate all abilities. We recommend allowing extra time just in case the tour takes longer.
Tickets are £5.00 (under 12’s free) and can be booked below.
There are no Deepdene walks scheduled at the current time.
Covid-19
- Please do not attend the walk if you have any symptoms of Covid-19.
- If you show any symptoms of Covid-19 whilst on the walk you will need to leave the walk immediately.
Well behaved dogs on leads are very welcome on these walks. Hot drinks and snacks are available from Dorking Golf Club at the end of the walk. Please note – no physical tickets will be issued, please meet your guide at Dorking Golf Club 10 minutes before the start of your tour which will begin promptly. Please wear sensible footwear. The walk is not weather dependant, so do wear appropriate clothes.
Although the mansion is sadly no longer in existence, the project reveals the terraces, walks and other parts of the gardens which surrounded the house.
For details of where to meet and other FAQ’s click here.
We also organise group walks, please fill in the booking form here, and a member of the walks team will be in touch. We are able to adapt the Deepdene Walk for visitors in wheelchairs or children in pushchairs. Please contact us directly on [email protected] to arrange a visit.
You can, of course, walk the trail on your own.
Download a printable version of the map here (pdf)
The Museum is pleased to be working in partnership with the Council to support this significant heritage project. To keep up with news from the Trail, follow them on Facebook and instagram or visit their website.
Full details on the project and a detailed history of the Deepdene can be found here.
