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
HOUSE
The House is otherwise temporarily closed to the public, with the exception of scheduled events and hires.
GARDENS
Weekdays
10am - 4pm
CAFE
Weekdays
9:30am - 3:30pm
Sundays
10am - 4pm

Explore Charlton House

Charlton House’s walls are rich with history

Home to stunning grounds and gardens

Greenwich Get Walking
Greenwich Get Walking is a free healthy walks programme, delivered by Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) in partnership with the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Date: 18 February, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM

Tuesday Concerts: Trio Voyager
Charlton House’s Tuesday Concerts proudly presents Michelle Maksym Artemenko.
Date: 18 March, 2025
Time: 13.00 - 14.00

Haunting Of Charlton House
Step into the unknown and uncover the secrets of Charlton House, a magnificent Jacobean mansion with a chilling reputation. As night falls, an eerie presence takes hold, whispers in the dark, footsteps where no one walks, and unseen hands that reach out from the shadows.
Date: 22 March, 2025
Time: 21.00 - 1.00
Hire Charlton House

Charlton House’s walls are rich with history
