Glynde Place
Built by William Morley in 1568-9 and home to Colonel Harbert Morley, the noted Parliamentarian.
Glynde, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6SX
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Picnic area
Please note that there is no lift access at Glynde Place and some of the tour takes place on the First Floor.
Glynde Place is situated at the top of the village of Glynde and has commanding views over the Weald and Sussex Downs.
The house was built in 1569 by William and Anne Morley from local flint, chalk and Caen stone to replace the previous existing family home. Glynde Place has passed from William and Anne, through three intermarried families, to the current owners.
Today it is the family home of Francis and Caroline Hampden and their three children.
You will be able to read about 500 years and more of family life at the house. Our guides will be available to answer any questions. There is a self-service tea room in the Coach House. You can buy tea/coffees and snacks or bring your own picnic while you wait for your tour to start.
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.
Glynde Place is a historic house located in Glynde, East Sussex, with a rich history dating back to 1569. It is open to the public and hosts a variety of events and tours throughout the year. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and events:
House Opening
The house is open for guided tours on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays in May and June, as well as on the May bank holidays and the Sunday and Monday of the August bank holiday. Tours are held at 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM, and the house is open from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The self-service tearoom is open from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Tickets are priced as follows:
- Adults: £10
- Students: £7.50
- Children (5-16 years): £5.00
- Under 5s: Free
- Historic Houses Members: Free
Pre-booking is advised as spaces are limited to 20 people per tour.
Specialised Tours
Specialised tours focusing on the Glynde Place Collection Highlights are held on the first Tuesday of each month from May to October (excluding July). Tours start at 10:30 AM and last approximately 1.5 hours. Tickets cost £25.00 per person and include refreshments. Tours are limited to 15 people and must be pre-booked.
Private House & Garden Tours
Private tours are available on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday during May and June, and on any weekday from July to early October. The cost is £20 per person for house tours and £30 per person for house and garden tours, with a minimum charge of £200 and £300 respectively. These tours must be arranged in advance.
Gardening Workshops
The Propagation Course, aimed at beginner gardeners, has been cancelled.
Artwave Exhibition
The Artwave Exhibition featuring Emma Carlow, Jo Lamb, and Isobel Smith will take place from Saturday, 14 September 2024, to Sunday, 22 September 2024. Glynde Place will be open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM during this period, and the event is free to visit.
Invitation to View - Glynde Place Collection Highlights
This event will be held on Tuesday, 2 July 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Visitors can explore key artworks and items from the Glynde archives.
Walk For Wards
The Walk For Wards charity event will take place on Saturday, 28 September 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Participants can choose from 5k, 10k, or a scenic 10k hill route.
Love Supreme Jazz Festival
The Love Supreme Jazz Festival will be held from Friday, 5 July 2024, at 12:00 PM, to Sunday, 7 July 2024, at 11:00 PM. The festival features jazz, funk, and soul music, along with food and drink stalls.
Specialised Tours - Collection Highlights
A specialised tour focusing on the Glynde Place Collection Highlights will be held on Tuesday, 6 May 2025, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Tickets are priced at £25.00 per person.
Historic House members visit for free.
Adults: £10
Students: £7.50
Children 5-16: £5
Under 5s: Free
Visits to the house is by ticketed guided tours (max. 20 people per tour). You can pre-book tickets from April by visiting www.glynde.co.uk or just buy your ticket on the door on the day.
We are pleased to be able host private house and garden tours which can be booked on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays during the months of May and June. From July to early October the private tours can be on any day Monday-Fridays.
Please note that to book a garden tour you must also book a house tour. You can book a house tour without the garden tour. From July to early October the private tours can be booked Monday-Fridays.
We charge £20 per person (minimum charge £200) for a Private House Tour and £30 per person for a House and Garden Tour. For further information please call the Office on 01273 858224.
Please note that there is no lift access at Glynde Place and some of the tour takes place on the First Floor.
Getting here
Glynde, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6SX
M25 J7 to M23 Southward, M23 / A23 to A27 Eastward (Lewes), A27 past Lewes, continue eastwards turning left into Glynde.
For those travelling by public transport, there is a railway station at Glynde. It has hourly connections to and from Eastbourne, Lewes and Brighton. There is also direct services to London Victoria in the morning and evening.
Glynde Place: In Pictures
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