Walton on Thames House guidebook

Darren
Walton on Thames House guidebook

Food and Shopping scene

For a bit of retail therapy, check out the local high streets and shopping centres.
Great for shopping. Park on site at Sainsburys car park. Get Yellow token validated at Sainsburys if you spend £10 or more. Plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance.
8 locals recommend
The Heart Shopping Centre
New Zealand Avenue
8 locals recommend
Great for shopping. Park on site at Sainsburys car park. Get Yellow token validated at Sainsburys if you spend £10 or more. Plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance.
For a more intensive shopping and food experience, visit Bentall Shopping Centre.
48 locals recommend
The Bentall Centre
271 Wood St
48 locals recommend
For a more intensive shopping and food experience, visit Bentall Shopping Centre.
For a more central London feel, pay a visit to Wimbledon high street. Just 15-minute train ride away.
200 locals recommend
Wimbledon
200 locals recommend
For a more central London feel, pay a visit to Wimbledon high street. Just 15-minute train ride away.

Sightseeing

Take a walk along the River Thames and stop for a coffee at Wilde Brunch. Feed the Swans and ducks. Remember to take bread!
Wilde Brunch Cafe at Walton Bridge
Take a walk along the River Thames and stop for a coffee at Wilde Brunch. Feed the Swans and ducks. Remember to take bread!
Make your visit memorable with a visit to Hampton Court Palace. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/
546 locals recommend
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Way
546 locals recommend
Make your visit memorable with a visit to Hampton Court Palace. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/
Have a peaceful walk and admire the beautiful landscapes gardens. Part of the National Trust, park fees apply. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden
25 locals recommend
National Trust - Claremont Landscape Garden
Portsmouth Road
25 locals recommend
Have a peaceful walk and admire the beautiful landscapes gardens. Part of the National Trust, park fees apply. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/claremont-landscape-garden
Just a 10 minute drive away will make you feel like a million miles away. This is one of the most beautiful parks in Surrey. Park fee apply. https://www.painshill.co.uk/
47 locals recommend
Painshill
Portsmouth Road
47 locals recommend
Just a 10 minute drive away will make you feel like a million miles away. This is one of the most beautiful parks in Surrey. Park fee apply. https://www.painshill.co.uk/
Another great National Trust park well worth visiting. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey
70 locals recommend
Polesden Lacey
70 locals recommend
Another great National Trust park well worth visiting. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey
Take a trip to Central London straight to Waterloo in 28 minutes by train. Make your first stop the London Eye. Then take a stroll along the River Thames. Then have a bite at the Southbank Street Food market or dine at the exclusive Skylon, situated on 3rd floor of the Royal Festival Hall https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
2099 locals recommend
London Eye
2099 locals recommend
Take a trip to Central London straight to Waterloo in 28 minutes by train. Make your first stop the London Eye. Then take a stroll along the River Thames. Then have a bite at the Southbank Street Food market or dine at the exclusive Skylon, situated on 3rd floor of the Royal Festival Hall https://www.skylon-restaurant.co.uk/
Have a stroll and look out for the Royal wild deer that roam freely.
216 locals recommend
Bushy Park
Hampton Court Road
216 locals recommend
Have a stroll and look out for the Royal wild deer that roam freely.
Just 35 mins away - Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. Today The Queen spends most of her private weekends at the Castle. https://www.rct.uk/visit/windsor-castle
505 locals recommend
Windsor Castle
3 Lanark Pl
505 locals recommend
Just 35 mins away - Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. Today The Queen spends most of her private weekends at the Castle. https://www.rct.uk/visit/windsor-castle

City/town information

Great for walks, friendly neighbourhood.
11 locals recommend
Walton-on-Thames
11 locals recommend
Great for walks, friendly neighbourhood.

Kids fun

Perfect for kids to run around for 2 hours of pure fun!
Jump In Adventure Park Esher
Mill Road
Perfect for kids to run around for 2 hours of pure fun!
For kids - After visiting Hampton Court Palace, visit the Magic Garden for free. One of the best play areas around. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/the-magic-garden/
Magic Garden
For kids - After visiting Hampton Court Palace, visit the Magic Garden for free. One of the best play areas around. https://www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/whats-on/the-magic-garden/
Only 20 minutes away, you'll have one of the best days out ever! Lots of new rides for 2022. Remember to book online in advance. https://www.chessington.com/
155 locals recommend
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
Leatherhead Road
155 locals recommend
Only 20 minutes away, you'll have one of the best days out ever! Lots of new rides for 2022. Remember to book online in advance. https://www.chessington.com/
Just a short walk from the house is our local park. Childrens play area, tennis courts (must be booked in advance), large play field. https://www.parkme.com/en-gb/lot/141549/coronation-recreation-ground-london-uk
Coronation Playing Fields
Just a short walk from the house is our local park. Childrens play area, tennis courts (must be booked in advance), large play field. https://www.parkme.com/en-gb/lot/141549/coronation-recreation-ground-london-uk
Another great local park for kids, just under a 30-minute drive away. At over 1000 acres, Bushy Park is the second-largest of London’s eight Royal Parks. Lying just north of Hampton Court Palace in Richmond upon Thames, Bushy is famed for its mix of waterways, gardens, and roaming herds of red and fallow deer. https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/bushy-park
Bushy Park Playground
Another great local park for kids, just under a 30-minute drive away. At over 1000 acres, Bushy Park is the second-largest of London’s eight Royal Parks. Lying just north of Hampton Court Palace in Richmond upon Thames, Bushy is famed for its mix of waterways, gardens, and roaming herds of red and fallow deer. https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/bushy-park
Take the kids for a round of crazy adventure golf, just a 7 minute walk from the house.
7 locals recommend
Hersham station
Molesey Road
7 locals recommend
Take the kids for a round of crazy adventure golf, just a 7 minute walk from the house.

Recommended local restaurants

The Swan first opened its doors in 1770, and has since wowed guests with it’s perfect riverside location. Set on the banks of the River Thames and within walking distance of Walton town centre this pub offers the best of both indoor and garden spaces throughout the year. The Swan is perfect for meals out with the family, drinks with friends, an ideal place to host all of life’s celebrations. Drink and dine in the indoor spaces or unwind in our sun soaked pub garden when the weather is fine. https://www.swanwalton.com/
113 locals recommend
The Swan
119 Acton Lane
113 locals recommend
The Swan first opened its doors in 1770, and has since wowed guests with it’s perfect riverside location. Set on the banks of the River Thames and within walking distance of Walton town centre this pub offers the best of both indoor and garden spaces throughout the year. The Swan is perfect for meals out with the family, drinks with friends, an ideal place to host all of life’s celebrations. Drink and dine in the indoor spaces or unwind in our sun soaked pub garden when the weather is fine. https://www.swanwalton.com/
If you love Asian food, this excellent authentic Thai restaurant is an absolute must. Remember to book in advance if you want a table though! https://www.gigglingsquid.com/restaurant/esher/
64 locals recommend
Giggling Squid
67-68 Castle St
64 locals recommend
If you love Asian food, this excellent authentic Thai restaurant is an absolute must. Remember to book in advance if you want a table though! https://www.gigglingsquid.com/restaurant/esher/
If Japanese food is more to your liking, book a table at Sushi Wakyo. Serving excellent sushi or traditional Japanese cooked food. You won't be dissapointed! https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g1842228-d10226444-Reviews-Sushi_Wakyo-Walton_On_Thames_Surrey_England.html
Sushi Wakyo
41 Bridge Street
If Japanese food is more to your liking, book a table at Sushi Wakyo. Serving excellent sushi or traditional Japanese cooked food. You won't be dissapointed! https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g1842228-d10226444-Reviews-Sushi_Wakyo-Walton_On_Thames_Surrey_England.html

Entertainment

Have a relaxing evening watching one of the latest movies and have a freshly baked pizza together with a beer or wine waitress delivered to your armchair or sofa...just like being at home! https://www.everymancinema.com/walton
16 locals recommend
Everyman Walton
85-89 High St
16 locals recommend
Have a relaxing evening watching one of the latest movies and have a freshly baked pizza together with a beer or wine waitress delivered to your armchair or sofa...just like being at home! https://www.everymancinema.com/walton
Combine a trip to the cinema with high street shopping at Vue in Staines. Most tickets are just £5.99! https://www.myvue.com/cinema/staines/whats-on
12 locals recommend
Vue Cinema Staines
Mustard Mill Road
12 locals recommend
Combine a trip to the cinema with high street shopping at Vue in Staines. Most tickets are just £5.99! https://www.myvue.com/cinema/staines/whats-on
Why not have a spot of golf whilst you're in the area?
Hersham Golf Club
Assher Road
Why not have a spot of golf whilst you're in the area?

Local services

I highly recommend this service for all your laundry requirements. They collect and deliver the next day. Simply book online. https://www.ihateironing.com/
Hersham
I highly recommend this service for all your laundry requirements. They collect and deliver the next day. Simply book online. https://www.ihateironing.com/