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Penshurst Place and Gardens

Medieval ancestral home of Viscount De L'Isle with historic gardens.

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Discover the beauty and tranquility of this enchanting historic family home and gardens. With a unique medieval Baron's Hall, staterooms and intimate Tudor walled gardens that have colour and interest throughout the seasons.

Family fun with an Adventure Playground. Toy Musuem, Woodland Trail, events programme, Garden Tea Room and Gift Shop.

Opening Times

2012 - Opening (02/04/2012 - 04/11/2012)
DayTimes
Monday10:3018:00
Tuesday10:3018:00
Wednesday10:3018:00
Thursday10:3018:00
Friday10:3018:00
Saturday10:3018:00
Sunday10:3018:00
Bank Holiday10:3018:00

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Braille guides and large print room guides
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant - Tea Room, 90 covers.
  • Picnic Site

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Appointment necessary for morning visit or if guided tour required. Groups split into 20s for guided tours.

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

Prices

Ticket TypeTariff
2+2 Grounds only£23.00
2+2 House, Garden, Grounds£26.00
Adult Grounds only£7.80
Adult House, Gardens, Grounds£9.80
Child Grounds only£5.80
Child House, Gardens, Grounds£6.20
Cyclist -Individual less £1.00£22.00

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

VAQAS Accreditation

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Awards

  • Visit Britain Awards -Code of Practice Code of Practice 2012

Gradings

  • Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction
Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction

Road Directions

Leave the M25 at jct 5 and take the A21 south to the Hildenborough turn. From Tunbridge Wells take the A21 north towards Tonbridge, then follow the B2176 to Penshurst.

Public Transport Directions

Approximately 7 miles from Tunbridge Wells Railway Station Bus Services 231/233 www.southdownpsv.co.uk

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