Mapleton Road, Westerham, Kent TN16 1PS Telephone: 01732 866368 (Infoline)
Bought by Sir Winston Churchill for its magnificent views over the Weald of Kent, Chartwell was his home and the place from which he drew inspiration from 1924 until the end of his life. The rooms remain much as they were when he lived here, with pictures, books and personal mementoes evoking the career and wide-ranging interests of this great statesman. The hillside gardens reflect Churchill's love of the landscape and nature. They include the lakes he created, Lady Churchill's Rose Garden and the kitchen garden. Many of Churchill's paintings can be seen in the studio
Don't miss
Explore the Churchills' stunning family home.
Enjoy wandering through the beautiful, tranquil garden.
Discover Sir Winston's paintings in his fascinating studio.
Making the most of your day
Year-round events programme, free talks and tours on selected days, daily studio talks, children's trails and activities, walk sheets available from car park. Dogs: Dogs on short leads in gardens only
Opening times
House and studio
13 Mar - 31 Oct 10
11 - 5
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7 Jul - 24 Aug 10
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Garden, shop and restaurant
1 Jan - 12 Mar 10
11 - 4
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13 Mar - 31 Oct 10
10:45 - 5
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7 Jul - 24 Aug 10
10:45 - 5
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3 Nov - 19 Dec 10
11 - 4
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20 Dec - 24 Dec 10
11 - 4
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27 Dec - 31 Dec 10
11 - 4
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Catering kiosk
1 Jul - 31 Aug 10
11 - 4
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Car park*
Open all year
9 - 5:30
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*Car park closes 4, 1 January to 12 March and 1 November to 31 December, or dusk if earlier; also closed 25 December. Admission to house by timed ticket, which should be purchased immediately on arrival (not bookable) as these can sell out on busy days. Open Bank Holiday Mondays. Last admission 45 minutes before house closing. Garden open in winter, weather and conditions permitting.
