Visit - Royal Greenwich Heritage Trust

Charlton House & Gardens

Built between 1607 and 1612 for the tutor to Prince Henry of Wales, Charlton House and its beautiful original walled gardens is Greenwich Heritage's flagship property. Perfect as a celebration venue, Charlton House & Gardens is also regularly open to the public for events and self-guided tours.

Explore Charlton House & Gardens

Gardens & grounds

Free to visit, Charlton House's historic gardens and grounds are a daily hub for walks, play, and exploration. Lovingly maintained by our head gardener and volunteers, highlights include the House's original walled gardens, one of James I's mulberry trees, and a summer house attributed to architect Inigo Jones.

Frilly's Tea Room

"This is the perfect place for a spot of tea, especially if you’re wanting to live out your Bridgerton fantasy" - News Shopper

Established in 2021 and run by sisters Laura and Rebecca, Frilly's is a vibrant cafe located at the centre of Charlton House. As well as serving a delicious range of food and drinks, they also offer a fantastic Vintage Afternoon Tea experience!

Book An Afternoon Tea

Tours

We are proud to offer free, self-guided tours during our regular operating hours.
If you would like to delve deeper into the history of Charlton House and Gardens or see behind the scenes, why not book a private tour?

Book A Private Tour

Events

With an exciting calendar of public events throughout the year, join us at Charlton House for amazing days out to remember!
Keep an eye on our What's On page and our social media channels for what's coming next.

What’s On?