Godinton House & Gardens
Ancient house of Dutch gables set in an early twentieth-century Blomfield garden, with surviving seventeenth century built features.
Godinton Park, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BP
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Parkland / open spaces
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Picnic area
- Access statement available
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Godinton is a comfortable, much-loved home; each room has a different feel, a contrast on a theme, not designed by architect or curator but for the taste and enjoyment of those who lived here over the centuries and now for visitors.
Tours of the house are led by expert guides unravelling the 600 years of history and revealing an excellent country house collection of furniture, art, porcelain and curios.
Enjoy delicious homemade cakes and refreshments in the old Billiard Room.
The famous yew hedge surrounds the formal gardens with the wild, Italian and walled gardens beyond, full of colour and interest through the seasons.
A working estate with lovely walks, close to the picturesque village of Great Chart.
Events are run throughout the year to be enjoyed by all.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Godinton House and Gardens is a historic estate located in Kent, England, offering visitors a chance to explore its 600-year-old house and 12 acres of formal gardens. Below are the detailed opening times and events for the 2026 season:
Opening Times
- Gardens: Open from Tuesday, 17th March 2026 to Sunday, 18th October 2026, from 12:30pm to 5:30pm (last entry at 4:30pm). Open on Tuesdays to Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays.
- House: Open for guided tours from Friday, 3rd April 2026 to Saturday, 26th September 2026, on Fridays and Saturdays. Tours run at 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm, and 3:30pm.
- Tearoom: Open from Friday, 3rd April 2026 to Saturday, 26th September 2026, on Fridays and Saturdays, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm (last entry at 4:45pm).
Admission Prices
- House and Gardens: Adults £17.50, Children (11-16) £2.50, Under 11s free.
- Gardens Only: Adults £11.00, Children (11-16) £2.50, Under 11s free.
- Garden Season Tickets: Joint £45.00, Individual £35.00.
Events
- Easter Holiday Activities: Friday, 3rd April 2026 to Sunday, 19th April 2026. Includes a Fairy and Elf Trail and craft workshops.
- Spring Photography Competition: Friday, 3rd April 2026 to Sunday, 3rd May 2026. Share your photos for a chance to win prizes.
- Delphinium Festival: Saturday, 13th June 2026 to Sunday, 28th June 2026. Features blooming Delphiniums and expert advice from The Delphinium Society.
- Open Air Theatre Performances: Various dates in July and August 2026, including The (almost) Complete History of Britain, Sherlock Holmes & The Hound of the Baskervilles, and Twelfth Night.
- National Garden Scheme Open Days: Saturday, 18th April 2026, Saturday, 30th May 2026, Friday, 19th June 2026, and Friday, 18th September 2026. Proceeds go to nursing and health charities.
- Spring Fair: Saturday, 16th May 2026. Features local food, drink, and plants.
- Autumn Fair: Saturday, 17th October 2026. Showcases local food, drink, and artisan crafts.
For more information, contact Godinton House at 01233 643854 or [email protected].
Historic Houses members visit free on normal open days. Book online and select a free Historic Houses member ticket. Enter the number of visitors, date and time of the visit, and the Historic Houses membership number(s). Cards must be presented on arrival. Please note Historic Houses membership does not permit free entry on some event days.
House prices
Adults £17.50, Children (11-16), £2.50, Children (under 11) Free
Garden prices
Adults £10.50, Children (11-16), £2.50, Children (under 11) Free
Book an exclusive group visit to the house Tuesday to Thursday 9am to 3:30pm. All tours of the house are guided by our very enthusiastic and informative guides, a tour takes approximately one hour.
Godinton welcomes educational visits from schools and other groups. We have a wide range of experiences on offer, making use of the house, gardens and extensive estate.
For more information, please get in touch.
Tel: 01233 643854
Email: [email protected]
- Access statement available
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Getting here
Godinton Park, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BP
Situated on the outskirts of Ashford, 2 minutes from A20. Good access from M20 (J9), high speed rail London to Ashford 40 mins
Take the train to Ashford International station, taxi rank outside. Bus, Ashford to Maidstone 10X service and then approx. 20 minute walk along country lane.
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