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
Charlton Toy Library
Tue, Thu, Fri (term time)

Explore Charlton House

Charlton House’s walls are rich with history

Home to stunning grounds and gardens
Coming up at Charlton House

Thumb Size Grimm – A Collection of BIG Little Tales (SEND friendly)
Step into the Old Library of Charlton House to enter the thumb sized world of the lesser known of the Grimm Fairytales…
Date: 17 February, 2025
Time: First performance at 11.30am then second performance at 2.00pm (show lasts 45 minutes)

Bunnies in the Beds: Easter Trail
As spring returns to Charlton House & Gardens our popular Easter trail is back! Can you find the eggs the bunnies have hidden among the spring flowers?
Date: 6 April, 2025
Time: 11.00 - 15.00

Horn Fair 2025
The Horn Fair is back, and better than ever before. Get ready for a fun-filled day of vibrant stalls, live music, delicious food, thrilling activities, and so much more! You won’t want to miss it!
Date: 19 October, 2025
Time: 11.00 - 15.00