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Join Our Team at Polesden Lacey

Be part of something special. Help us preserve and share the glamorous Edwardian retreat of society hostess Margaret Greville, filled with her fine paintings, French furniture and porcelain, set within 1,600 acres of rolling Surrey Hills downland, walled rose gardens and ancient woodland.

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The Edwardian house and gardens at Polesden Lacey, Surrey

Polesden Lacey, Surrey

Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BD

Multiple Positions

Full-time & Part-time

Why Polesden Lacey

Work at an Edwardian Country Retreat

Polesden Lacey is an elegant Edwardian country house, once the glittering party retreat of celebrated society hostess Margaret Greville, set amid glorious gardens and 1,600 acres of the Surrey Hills. Join our team and help bring this remarkable place to life for thousands of visitors each year.

Historic Estate

Help care for the sumptuous ground-floor showrooms, including the dazzling Gold Saloon, and Margaret Greville's remarkable collection of paintings, ceramics and fine French furniture.

Beautiful Gardens

Oversee a walled Rose Garden and double herbaceous borders, with the Long Walk, Old Kitchen Garden and 1,600 acres of estate offering far-reaching views across the Surrey Hills.

Dedicated Team

Lead and inspire a passionate team of staff and volunteers who share your commitment to conservation and visitor experience.

Available Positions

  • Management & Leadership

    General Manager, House & Collections Manager, Gardens Manager, Visitor Experience Manager

  • Visitor Services

    Visitor Welcome Assistant, Retail Assistant, Catering Assistant, Events Coordinator

  • Conservation & Gardens

    Conservation Officer, Gardener, Housekeeper, Maintenance Technician

  • Support Functions

    Finance & Administration, HR Coordinator, IT Support, Marketing & Communications

Why Work With Us

Meaningful Work

Help preserve and share a nationally important heritage site with visitors from around the world.

Staff Benefits

Free entry to National Trust properties, pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and staff discounts.

Beautiful Location

Work in one of Surrey's most stunning settings, surrounded by an elegant Edwardian house, romantic walled gardens and 1,600 acres of rolling downland.

Career Development

Access to training programmes, mentoring opportunities, and career progression within the National Trust.

Inclusive Culture

Join a welcoming team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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