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.
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Welcome to Glynde Place, a historic Elizabethan house located in the village of Glynde, East Sussex. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and events at Glynde Place:
House Opening
The house is open to the public for guided tours during the following times:
- Days: Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday in May and June, the May bank holidays, and the Sunday and Monday of the August bank holiday.
- Tour Times: 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM.
- Opening Hours: 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
- Self-Service Tearoom: Open from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Tickets for the guided tours are limited to 20 people per tour. It is recommended to pre-book tickets online. Ticket prices are as follows:
- Adults: £10
- Students: £7.50
- Children (5-16 years): £5.00
- Under 5s: Free
- Historic Houses Members: Free
Specialised Tours
Specialised tours focusing on the Glynde Place Collection Highlights are available on the first Tuesday of each month from May to October (excluding July). These tours start at 10:30 AM, last approximately 1.5 hours, and include tea, coffee, and cake. Tickets cost £25.00 per person and must be pre-booked. Tours are limited to 15 people.
Private House & Garden Tours
Private tours of the house and gardens are available:
- May and June: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
- July to early October: Any weekday (Monday to Friday).
Private tours cost £20 per person for the house only (minimum charge £200) and £30 per person for the house and gardens (minimum charge £300). A minimum of 10 people is required for a private group tour.
Events
- Propagation Workshop: Aimed at beginner gardeners, this workshop is scheduled for Friday, 14 March 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Tickets cost £75.00 per person.
- Potfest 2025: A three-day artisan market showcasing ceramics, held from Friday, 25 April 2025, to Sunday, 27 April 2025, daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Invitation to View - Glynde Place Collection Highlights: A special event on Tuesday, 2 July 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, focusing on the key artworks and archives of Glynde Place.
For more information or to book tickets, please contact Glynde Place directly.
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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