Penshurst Place and Gardens

Address:
Penshurst
Tonbridge
Kent
TN11 8DG

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Telephone: 01892 870307
Nearest Station: Tunbridge Wells

Set in the beautiful Weald of Kent, Penshurst Place has stood on the banks of the river Medway since the 14th century, when the awe inspiring medieval Baron’s Hall was built as a country retreat for the Lord Mayor of London, Sir John de Pulteney. Before it became the property of the Sidney family in 1552, in whose hands it has been ever since, the property was owned by Henry VIII after he forfeited it from the previous owner, the Duke of Buckingham.

The historic gardens are as old as the house, with records dating back to 1346. These enchanting formal gardens were laid out in Elizabethan times and have remained remarkably true to their early design.

Over a mile of yew hedging separates this 11 acre walled garden into a series of selfcontained ‘rooms’. Each garden offers an abundance of variety in form, foliage and bloom, which ensures a continuous display from Spring to Autumn.

Alongside the Baron’s Hall a series of staterooms contain an impressive collection of portraits, tapestries, furniture, porcelain and armour. In addition, visitors will enjoy a reminder of bygone childhoods in the Toy Museum, a delight for all ages. There is the Garden Tea Room which can be booked for group lunches and light refreshments, and a wonderful Gift Shop selling a wide selection of gifts.

Opening Times

Weekends

Saturday 19th February to Sunday 27th March 2011

Daily

Monday 28th March to Sunday 30th October 2011, 10.30am – 6pm (last entry 5pm)

Prices

House, Gardens and Grounds

Adult: £9.80
Child (5-16): £6.20
Family (2+2): £26

Grounds including Gardens

Adult: £7.80
Child (5-16): £5.80
Family (2+2): £23

For other ticket types and further information see the website