Hever Castle and Gardens

Kent

Type:Historic House / Palace

Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7NG

Tel: +44 01732 865224

Hever Castle and Gardens

About

Everyone can spend time looking at the beautiful interiors and historic elements in the Castle as you discover the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, with audio guidebooks available for hire. The stunning grounds and award-winning gardens, with statues, fountains, chess pieces cut from golden yew, 5000 roses, a Loggia at the Lake and many more wonderful sights, is a delight to walk around in.

In the warmer months, jousting tournaments take place throughout the summer holidays, have-a-go archery during school holidays and at weekends, and a programme of fun events all the family will enjoy. You can even hire a boat on the Lake and see the lovely Japanese Tea House Folly!

There is a Military Museum to explore, as well as two mazes; a historic English Yew Maze and a splashing Water Maze. Children will also enjoy the Tudor Towers Adventure Playground, with three towers to climb and two fireman’s poles to escape via, they can discover what’s around each twist and turn. For younger visitors, Acorn Dell is a natural play area where children can freely explore and use their imagination, with exciting features that include a 2 metre high willow structure and a giant sandpit.

Altogether a wonderfully entertaining day out for every member of the family.

You can either buy a ticket to visit the Castle and gardens or just the gardens if you prefer. 

Please visit the website for all the details.

Book Tickets

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted - Accepted all year round
  • Min group size
  • Special group rates

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

TripAdvisor

Map & Directions

Gradings

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

Awards

  • Green Tourism Business Scheme -Green Business Silver Green Business Silver 2023
  • Visit England Awards -Code of Practice Code of Practice 2012
  • Regional and Miscellaneous -Beautiful South Awards Winners 2017/18 - Gold Beautiful South Awards Winners 2017/18 - Gold 2017
  • Regional and Miscellaneous -Beautiful South Awards Winners 2018/19 – Bronze Beautiful South Awards Winners 2018/19 – Bronze 2018
  • Regional and Miscellaneous -Beautiful South Awards Winners 2019/20 - Gold Beautiful South Awards Winners 2019/20 - Gold 2019
  • Regional and Miscellaneous -Beautiful South Awards Winners 2021/22 - Gold Beautiful South Awards Winners 2021/22 - Gold 2022
  • Tourism South East Award -Tourism South East Member 23/24 - Bronze Tourism South East Member 23/24 - Bronze 2023

Opening Times

Open New Year
Season (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

* See website for details

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