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Chiddingstone Castle

A historic house with with Tudor origins, which features the eclectic collections of its last private owner, Denys Eyre Bower (1905-1977), including Asian art, Egyptian artefacts and Stuart relics, and a beautiful Buddhist collection.

near Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7AD

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Free admission to members of Historic Houses when you show a valid membership card.
Free admission to members of Historic Houses when you show a valid membership card.
Facilities
  • Accessible loos
  • Accessible parking
  • Cafe / restaurant
  • Facilities for children
  • Mostly wheelchair accessible
  • Parkland / open spaces
  • Shop
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A historic house and former family home for the Streatfeild family, Chiddingstone Castle has Tudor origins, Victorian rooms and was remodelled in the 19th century to resemble a medieval castle.

The house is set in 25 acres of informal grounds, with breathtaking views of the North Downs, conservation woodlands, lawns, lake and courtyard rose garden.

The castle is an accredited museum and houses the collections of its last private owner, Denys Eyre Bower. Denys was an art dealer and collector who moved into the Castle in 1955 and filled every spare space with artefacts from cultures and civilisations around the world. The collections fall into four main categories – Japanese, Buddhist, Ancient Egyptian, Stuart and Jacobite.

There is a tearoom located near the Victorian Kitchen, Gift Shop, and activities for children.

Opening Times

Please note: The information on the Historic Houses website is advisory, but please always check the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling.

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2024

Castle and Collections: Open Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 11am to 5pm, with the last entry at 4.15pm (From 31st March – 3 November 2024)

Gardens and Grounds: The grounds are open every day and there is no need to book. We just ask for a £3 donation in the honesty box in the car park and then visitors can wander the grounds or take the dog for a walk on a lead on the many footpaths that surround the castle. There are just a few days a year when the grounds are closed because of weddings.

Tea Room: Open weekly on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11am to 5pm, with the last entry at 4.15pm (From 31st March – 30th October 2024). Both indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Gift Shop: Open weekly on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11am to 5pm, with the last entry at 4.15pm (From 31st March – 30th October 2024).

Fishing: Open 7am to 6.30pm daily. There are just a few days a year when the grounds and lake are closed because of weddings.

Admission

Castle and collections:

Free entry for Historic Houses members. No booking required. Access to the castle itself is free, however there may be a charge for special event days

Adults: £11.00
Children: £5.50
Under 5: free
Family Tickets from £20
Carers are admitted free of charge

Gardens and Grounds:
£3 donation in the honesty box in the car park

Fishing:
Adults: £10 (up to 2 rods) for a day permit
Under 14s: free if accompanied by a paying adult

Group Visits

Groups are welcome minimum 10 people, £9 per head.

We offer exclusive tours of our fascinating collections at £3.50 per person, extensive grounds to wander around, and a traditional tearoom where delicious homemade cakes and sandwiches are available.

For more information and to discuss your needs please contact our dedicated team.

Tel: 01892 870347 Email: hello@chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

for the latest information.
Accessibility
  • Accessible toilets
  • Accessible parking
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Chiddingstone Castle: In pictures

Explore the Collection of Denys Eyre Bower

The Castle houses the intriguing collections of the late collector Denys Eyre Bower, featuring art and artefacts from Japanese lacquer to Samurai armour, Ancient Egyptian treasures and Buddhist objects, Stuart paintings and Jacobite manuscripts.
A traditional tearoom and tea courtyard is open during the season, serving cream teas, full afternoon teas, and a selection of cakes and savouries.

The Castle is available to book for exclusive use from weddings to parties, corporate days to location filming, classes to events.

Tie the knot at Chiddingstone Castle

Set within the idyllic village of Chiddingstone with far reaching views of the Kent countryside, we offer exclusive use of our wedding venue throughout the day.

Chiddingstone Castle wedding

Looking to visit Chiddingstone Castle?

Chiddingstone Castle are open to visitors from April to end of October annually: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 11am to 5pm (last admission 4.15pm). The grounds are open every day and there is no need to book. They just ask for a small donation in the honesty box in their car park. Visitors can then wander the grounds or take the dog for a walk on the many footpaths that surround the castle. There are just a few days when the grounds are closed because of weddings but visitors can check this on our website. Historic Houses members must bring their membership card with them to enjoy free entry to the castle.

If you’re interested in joining Historic Houses as a member, you can find out more about membership below. Members enjoy free access to almost three hundred independently owned historic houses across the UK for free using their membership card, as well as a quarterly magazine and monthly online lectures about the houses.

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Getting here

near Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7AD

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4 miles from Edenbridge. Access from A21.

 

Car parking is available. Please donate £3 to help the upkeep of the Castle and grounds.

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