Mount Ephraim Gardens
The home to the Dawes family for 300 years, an immaculate house and grounds set in the Garden of England.
Hernhill, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9TX
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
We’re most well-known for our spectacular 10 acre Edwardian gardens featuring a topiary garden, rock and water garden, arboretum and rose garden.
We also have a fabulous grass maze, planted with ornamental grasses and herbaceous perennials. We are home to an extensive collection of spring bulbs, trees and shrubs including Rhododendrons, many types of Camelias and Magnolias.
The house itself is a late-Victorian Grade II listed manor house. It was originally built in 1695, rebuilt in 1878 and then extended in 1913, all for the Dawes family. We are a well-established wedding venue with new B&B facilities and have been used for many different filming projects.
Mount Ephraim has been home to the Dawes Family for over 300 years and is a lasting monument to a more graceful and leisurely age. Every time of year at Mount Ephraim Gardens brings its own distinctive pleasures and no two visits are the same.
The gardens are free to visit for Historic Houses members, but the house is available only for overnight stays, private hire and weddings.
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Mount Ephraim Gardens is a family-owned estate in Kent, featuring ten acres of Edwardian gardens, a tea room, and various accommodation options. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for visiting the gardens and associated facilities:
Gardens
The gardens are open to the public from April to September, on Wednesdays to Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, between 11am and 4pm. Entry prices are as follows:
- Adults: £10
- Children (aged 4-16): £4
- Wheelchair Users/People with restricted mobility: £5
- Family (2 adults + 2 children): £23
- Children under 4 and Carers: Free
Season tickets are available for unlimited visits during the season, priced at £30 for adults, £10 for children, and £65 for families.
Tea Room
The West Wing Tea Room operates during the garden season, from April to September, on Wednesdays to Sundays and Bank Holidays, between 11am and 4pm. Afternoon Tea will be available again in 2026, from Thursdays to Sundays, between 12pm and 3pm, at £30 per person including garden entry.
Events
Mount Ephraim Gardens hosts various events throughout the year. In 2026, these include:
- Easter Trail: 3-6 April
- Spring Lambs: 3 & 4 May
- Wine & Roses: 14 June
- Cherry Day: 12 July
- Classic Cars: 26 July
- Apple Sunday: 20 September
- Plant Fairs Roadshow: 27 September
Event entry prices are the same as garden entry prices. Season ticket holders can attend for free but must register in advance.
Accessibility
The gardens are partially accessible due to natural slopes and uneven terrain. Wheelchair users and people with restricted mobility are advised to read the full access statement before visiting.
For more information, visitors can contact Mount Ephraim Gardens directly at 01227 751496.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Adults: £10
Children (4-16): £4
Wheelchair users: £5
April – September
Minimum Size of Group – 10 adults
Entry Ticket – £9.00
Group entry with private tour £12 per person
To book a group visit please email [email protected].
For group bookings with a catering option, please note that catering must be pre-booked at least 14 working days in advance of your visit. Final numbers must be confirmed and paid for 10 days prior to arrival.
Once your booking has been received, a confirmation letter will be sent to you, which you should bring with you when you visit. No deposit is needed to secure this booking and full payment for garden entry can be paid on the day.
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