There is plenty to see and do at Charlton House & Gardens, whether you are coming as an individual, with friends, or as a family.
With free entry, you can explore and learn all about the long and eventful history of the beautiful Jacobean rooms, corridors and staircases you will discover, as well as the stunning walled gardens and grounds.
The house was built between 1607 and 1612 for Sir Adam Newton, who was tutor to Henry, Prince of Wales - the eldest son of James I. It is one of the finest surviving Jacobean manor houses in England.
Opening times
HISTORIC HALLS & FRILLY'S
Weekdays
9.30 - 15.30
Saturdays
9.30 - 15.00
Sundays
CLOSED
GARDENS
Weekdays
10.00 - 16.00
Saturdays
10.00 - 16.00
Sundays
CLOSED
COMMUNITY
Charlton House Library
Mon, Tue, Thu-Sat

Explore Charlton House

Charlton House’s walls are rich with history

Home to stunning grounds and gardens
Coming up at Charlton House

Charlton House 100 Exhibitions
To celebrate 100 years of the the public ownership of Charlton House , throughout the summer and autumn we are hosting exhibitions across the House to celebrate.
Date: 1 September, 2025
Time: Weekdays: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Saturdays: 9:30am - 3:00pm

Historic Fridays : Charlton House Tours
Every first and third Friday of the month, We’ll be your guide as you explore this historic Jacobean manor house in Greenwich. Click through to choose your date.
Date: 3 October, 2025
Time: 10:00am

Music for an Autumnal Evening
Embrace the cosier weather with a concert of instrumental and vocal music to suit all tastes – a Gwen Zammit B.E.M. production.
Date: 12 October, 2025
Time: 7:00pm (Entry from 6:30pm)