hevercastle.co.uk2018

SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL KENT

COUNTRYSIDELESS THAN AN HOUR FROM LONDON

Experience 700 years of history at the romantic Castle once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.

The splendid rooms hold an important collection of Tudor paintings, fine furniture, tapestries, antiques and two prayer

books inscribed and signed by Anne Boleyn herself.

Today, much of what you see is the result of the remarkable efforts of William Waldorf Astor. A section of the Castle is

dedicated to the Astor family and the Edwardian period.

CASTLE

K I N G H E N RY V I I I ’ S B E D C HA M B E R

D R AW I N G R O O M

I N N E R H A L L

CASTLE MULTIMEDIA GUIDES

Adult £3.75Available in English, French, German,

Dutch, Russian and Chinese

Child £3.75 Available in English only

Discover magnificent award-winning gardens set in 125 acres of glorious grounds. No matter what time of year

you visit, you are guaranteed an impressive display.

Marvel at the Pompeiian Wall and classical statuary in the Italian Garden, admire the giant topiary chess set in the Tudor Garden and inhale the fragrance of over 4,000 rose

bushes in the Rose Garden.

A stroll along the Long Border, Diana’s Walk, Blue Corner and Rhododendron Walk provide colour and interest

throughout the year.

Wander further afield and enjoy Sunday Walk and Church Gill Walk, which follow a stream through peaceful surroundings.

GARDENS

R O S E G A R D E N

T U D O RG A R D E N

I TA L IA N G A R D E N

Y E WM A Z E

WAT E RM A Z E

T U D O RT O W E R S

ATTRACTIONS

YEW MAZEEnjoy the challenge of finding your way through

the 100 year old Yew Maze.*

WATER MAZEExperience the Water Maze with its stepping stones

and hidden water jets!* (Apr 1 – Oct 28)

MINIATURE MODEL HOUSESExperience a fascinating collection of English country

houses through the ages.

A D V E N T U R E P L AY G R O U N DDiscover Tudor Towers with its own moat, drawbridge, dining hall

and three turrets plus a play area with climbing frames, swings, slides, an aerial runway and special area for the under 5s.*

LAKE WALKTake a peaceful walk around the Lake and along the way see

the weir, waterfall, birds and pill boxes and a Japanese Tea House.*

K S Y M I L I TA R Y M U S E U MLearn about the Kent and Sharpshooters Yeomanry through

interactive, imaginative displays that bring their stories to life.

G A R D E N E X H I B I T I O NLearn about Astor’s Garden Legacy and the creation, restoration and

development of the gardens from Tudor times to the present day.

*Weather permitting/dependent

From cakes made in our Castle kitchen and Kentish ice cream, to light bites and delicious lunches, there is something

for everyone, whatever your appetite. Discover a choice of restaurants, pizza van, BBQ and ice cream kiosks.*

Bring your own picnic to enjoy at one of the many areas in the grounds. Alternatively off-site, only one mile from the Castle’s main entrance is the Astor Bar & Restaurant

overlooking the Golf Courses.

EATING

*Some catering facilities are seasonal. Please check at the Information Centre on arrival.

M O AT R E S TAU R A N T

G U T H R I E PAV I L I O N

A S T O R B A R & R E S TAU R A N T

The Hever and Courtyard Shops provide a wonderful selection of products to explore – from seasonal plants to china, books, unique gifts, a vibrant range of locally sourced food, drink and crafts, and mementos of your time at Hever. Just one mile from the Castle’s main entrance is the Golf Club with its well-stocked Pro Shop.

SHOPPING

H E V E RS H O P

C O U R T YA R DS H O P

Admission price includes entry to events except where stated. All dates and details correct at time of printing. Go

to hevercastle.co.uk/whats-on for up-to-date information.

WHAT’S ON

E V E N T S DAT E S

Living with Nature Feb 10 – 18

Snowdrop Trail From Feb 10

Mother’s Day Weekend Mar 10 & 11

Dazzling Daffodils Mar 21 – 25

Easter Family Fun Mar 30 – Apr 15

Tulip Celebrations Apr 18 – 27

St George’s Day Celebrations Apr 22

May Day Festival May 5 – 7

Edwardian Life May 26 – Jun 3

Father’s Day Weekend June 16 & 17

Hever’s Home Front Jun 23 & 24

Hever in Bloom Jun 26 – Jul 1

Festival of Endurance* Jul 8

Jousting Jul 14 & 15, Jul 21 & 22

Tudor Tales & Jousting Jul 28 & 29

Castle Canines Aug 4 & 5

Jousting Aug 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 24 – 27

Journey Through History Aug 25 – 27

Handmade & Homegrown Festival Aug 31 – Sep 2

Triathlon* Sep 22 & 23

Autumn Colour From Oct 1

Halloween Half Term Oct 20 – 28

Commando* Nov 10 & 11

Christmas at the Castle* See website for dates

Twilight Christmas* See website for dates

Winter Walks Dec 27 – Jan 1

*Special event – additional charges apply go to hevercastle.co.uk/whats-on for details

HIREWeddings, ConferencesPrivate Dining, Summer

Parties, Christmas Parties

STAY5* Bed and Breakfast

Holiday Cottage, Dine & Stay Events.

GOLF27 Hole Course,

Golf Days, Golf Breaks, Tuition, Pro Shop

For more information visit hevercastle.co.uk

TIMING YOUR VISIT

OPENING TIMESGardens open at 10:30 – Castle opens at 12:00

DOGSDogs are welcome in the grounds if kept on a lead at all times. Sheep may be grazing on Lake Walk. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Castle, Adventure

Playground, Think Tank, KSY Military Museum, shops, eateries and mazes.

Castle 1 hr

Gardens 1 ½ hrs

Miniature Model Houses ½ hr

KSY Military Museum ½ hr

Lake Walk* 1 hr

Yew Maze* ½ hr

Water Maze* ** ½ – 1 hr

Adventure Playground* ½ – 1 hr

Garden Exhibition ½ hr

*Weather permitting/dependent **See over for dates

DAT E L A S T E N T RY E X I T

Spring Season 2018

Feb 10 – 18 (Daily) 15:00 16:30

Feb 19 – Mar 25 (Wed–Sun) 15:00 16:30

Main Season 2018

Mar 26 – Oct 28 (Daily) 16:30 18:00

Winter Season 2018

Oct 29 – Nov 23 (Wed–Sun) 15:00 16:30

Christmas 2018

Nov 24 – Dec 9 (Wed–Sun) 16:30 18:00

Dec 10 – 23 (Daily) 16:30 18:00

Dec 24 15:00 16:30

Winter Walks 2018

Dec 27 – Jan 1 15:00 16:30

Gatwick Airport

Heathrow Airport

LONDON

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A21A2

3

A264

A22

A252

A2

A2

4

A27

A249

M11A12

A127

A13

A2A20

A21

A26

A259

M25

M25

M2

M20

M1

A1(M)

M40

M4

M3 M20

M26M23

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TonbridgeEdenbridge

Hastings

Dover

Canterbury

Southend-on-Sea

Tunbridge

Wells

Rochester

EastGrinstead

Maidstone

Sheerness

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Margate

Ramsgate

Folkestone

Eastbourne

Ashford

BY ROADHever Castle is located 30 miles from central London,

3 miles south east of Edenbridge off the B2026 between Sevenoaks and East Grinstead in the village of Hever.

It can be reached via junction 10 of the M23, and is signposted from junctions 5 and 6 of the M25 and the Hildenborough exit

of the A21. Satellite navigation users: Postcode TN8 7NG.

Parking is free and accessible parking is available. Please note that Hever Castle cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage

to vehicles or their contents whilst you are parked on site.

BY RAILLondon Victoria/London Bridge (via Oxted or East Croydon)

to Edenbridge Town (3 miles – taxis available)Hever Station (1 mile rural walk – no taxis available)

Eurotunnel Ebbsfleet International 1 hour by road

BY AIRHeathrow 1 hour driveGatwick ½ hour drive

BY SEADover 1½ hour drive

Channel Tunnel: Eurotunnel Folkestone Terminal 1½ hour drive

DIRECTIONS

PRICES

ACCESSIBILITYWe are committed to providing access to as much of the

Castle and Gardens as possible. As Hever Castle & Gardens is a Grade 1 listed building and garden we advise you read

our accessibility statement prior to booking.

Find out more at hevercastle.co.uk/visit/location-accessibility

ADDRESSHever Castle, Hever, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7NG

TELEPHONE+44 (0)1732 865224

EMAILinfo@hevercastle.co.uk

WEBSITEhevercastle.co.uk

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle,grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel events.

C A S T L E & GARDENS

ON E N T RY

GARDENS ONLY ON

ENTRY

CASTLE & GARDENS

ONLINE

GARDENS ONLY

ONLINE

Adult £17.25 £14.50 £16.25 £13.70

Senior £15.00 £12.95 £14.15 £12.25

Student £14.50 £12.35 £13.80 £11.75

Child* (5–15)

£9.75 £9.20 £9.20 £8.70

Family Ticket £45.50 £39.90 £42.95 £37.70

(2 adults/2 children or 1 adult/3 children), not applicable to groups

*Children under 5 go free