Hever Castle
The home of Anne Boleyn, lavishly remodelled for the Astor family.
Hever, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7NG
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Hearing loops
- Large font signs and leaflets
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Access statement available
Dating back to the 14th century, Hever Castle was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII and Mother of Elizabeth I.
Set within 125 acres of award-winning gardens, the Castle offers breathtaking displays throughout the year, showcasing nature’s beauty in every season.
Steeped in history, Hever Castle was the unlikely backdrop to a series of tumultuous events that shaped Britain’s monarchy and religion. Its panelled rooms are adorned with fine furniture, tapestries, antiques, and one of the country’s most impressive collections of Tudor portraits. The Book of Hours Room is particularly captivating, featuring two illuminated prayer books, inscribed and signed by Anne Boleyn herself.
Much of the Castle’s current grandeur is thanks to William Waldorf Astor, who restored and expanded the property in the early 20th century. The ground floor now celebrates this Edwardian transformation, with displays of memorabilia from the Astor family’s time at Hever.
The Boleyn Apartment on the first floor is a highlight for history enthusiasts. This remarkable suite of rooms, largely unchanged structurally, offers a glimpse into the domestic life of the Boleyn family. Thoughtfully restored and reimagined, the apartment is decorated to reflect its appearance during Anne Boleyn’s time.
Visitors can also explore the role Hever Castle played in the passionate and ultimately tragic love affair between Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII.
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.
Hever Castle & Gardens offers a variety of attractions and events throughout the year, with specific opening times and conditions for different groups and offers. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions:
General Opening Times
The Castle & Gardens are open seasonally:
- 11 February – 27 March 2026: Open daily from 10:30 AM (Castle opens at 12:00 PM) with final entry at 3:00 PM and final exit at 4:30 PM.
- 28 March – 25 October 2026: Open daily from 10:30 AM (Castle opens at 12:00 PM) with final entry at 4:30 PM and final exit at 6:00 PM.
- 26 October – 1 November 2026: Open daily from 10:30 AM (Castle opens at 12:00 PM) with final entry at 3:00 PM and final exit at 4:30 PM.
- 4 November – 19 November 2026: Open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 AM (Castle opens at 12:00 PM) with final entry at 3:00 PM and final exit at 4:30 PM.
Special Offers and Memberships
RHS Members
RHS members receive free entry to the gardens (one member per card) Monday to Friday from 11 February to 19 November 2026, excluding weekends, Kent school holidays, bank holidays, and group bookings. Exceptions include specific garden events where weekend access is allowed.
Historic Houses Members
Historic Houses members receive free entry to the Castle and Gardens Monday to Friday from 11 February to 20 November 2026, excluding weekends, Kent school holidays, bank holidays, and group bookings.
Armed Forces
Armed Forces members and their families receive a 20% discount on tickets at certain times of the year, excluding school holidays, bank holidays, and special ticketed events.
Gardeners’ World 2-for-1 Entry Cards
Gardeners’ World 2-for-1 cards allow one free entry with one full-paying adult for Gardens Only or Castle & Gardens tickets. This offer is not valid on specific event days or for online ticket prices.
Ticket Prices
Ticket prices for 11 February – 19 November 2026 are as follows:
- Castle & Gardens (Online): Adult £25.50, Senior/Student £22.60, Child £14.05, Family £66.60.
- Gardens Only (Online): Adult £19.95, Senior/Student £18.05, Child £12.50, Family £54.65.
- Castle & Gardens (On Entry): Adult £28.40, Senior/Student £25.10, Child £15.60, Family £74.00.
- Gardens Only (On Entry): Adult £22.20, Senior/Student £20.05, Child £13.90, Family £60.70.
Christmas Events
From 21 November 2025 to 2 January 2026, special Christmas events are held, and regular offers and discounts are not valid during this period. Pre-booking is essential for Christmas events.
Attractions
Hever Castle & Gardens features a variety of attractions, including the KSY Military Museum, mazes, play areas, and award-winning gardens. Dogs are welcome in the grounds but must be kept on a lead.
For more detailed information, visitors are encouraged to check the specific terms and conditions for each offer and attraction.
For regular admission prices and to buy tickets, see the castle’s website.
Free access to the Castle and Gardens for Historic Houses members only applies from Monday to Friday, between 12 Feb 2025 and 14 Nov 2025 (closed some Mondays and Tuesdays in November), and excludes weekends, Kent school holidays, bank holidays, group bookings and Christmas.
Free and discounted tickets are no longer available to book online. Please book on arrival, subject to availability and the T&Cs stated.
Whether you are a group travel organiser or member of the travel trade planning trips and tours in Kent, Hever Castle & Gardens has a selection of experiences and packages to suit the interests and needs of groups.
They have a dedicated member of staff who will assist you with your planning and will guide you every step of the way to ensure that your group visit is a memorable one.
Whatever type of group visit you are planning, large or small we look forward to helping you plan your perfect day out.
Tel: 01732 861 701 Email: [email protected]
A visit to Hever Castle & Gardens offers informative educational school trips for UK and overseas groups and provides a stimulating opportunity for learning outside the classroom. School and student groups must book their visits in advance. Their Group Visits Coordinator will be happy to talk through the best type of visit to suit your class learning objectives.
Tel: 01732 861 701 Email: [email protected]
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Hearing loops
- Large font signs and leaflets
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Access statement available
The Anne Boleyn Rose Portrait
Images credit Hever Castle.
A new discovery on Anne Boleyn’s historic prayer book
On the anniversary of Anne Boleyn’s execution Hever Castle reveals new research on her historic prayer book, unveiling what happened to it after her death.
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