Chartwell

Step into the personal stories behind the public figure - Sir Winston Churchill - at his family home in Kent. Discover Churchill family life in the house and savour incredible views with stunning colour in the gardens. Wander down to the studio to uncover Churchill the artist and view the largest collection of his paintings.

Churchill once said "a day away from Chartwell is a day wasted" - come along this summer to see why. We've listed the seasonal garden highlights for you to help you make the most of the sunny season.

Stretch your legs in the sunshine on a walk around the estate at Chartwell. Download one of our trails on your phone or pick up a walks leaflet in our visitor welcome centre.

All the family can have fun at Chartwell, with woodland and a treehouse to explore and plenty of activities to complete. Take on our summer trail, dress up in Donkey Jack's Caravan and discover Chickenham Palace. What are you waiting for? Grab your shoes and start your summer adventure.

Be captivated by history and adventure this summer with the brand new treehouse at Chartwell. Climb up the two-storey structure to take in the lofty views before sliding back down to earth. As you play you'll learn the wonderful stories of the Churchill family, who enjoyed their own treehouse here over 90 years ago.

Here at Chartwell, we love dogs. Bring your furry companion along on a short lead for a stroll around the gardens or go for a roam in the woods. Find out more about where you can and can't take your dog here.

Most of our timed tickets are available to obtain on the day, on arrival, on a first come first served basis. Booking your ticket in advance is optional but recommended for those arriving for the afternoon at peak times. Only two timed slots can be booked in advance; please book at least a day in advance. Arrive at least 30 mins early to swap your e-ticket for a house ticket at the visitor centre. Please note a 5% booking fee applies.

Most of our timed tickets are available to obtain on the day, on arrival, on a first come first served basis. Booking your ticket in advance is optional but recommended for those arriving for the afternoon at peak times. Only two timed slots can be booked in advance; please book at least a day in advance. Arrive at least 30 mins early to swap your e-ticket for a house ticket at the visitor centre. Please note a 5% booking fee applies.

Visit our What's On page to find house tickets for other months (currently available until end of September). If you don't see your chosen month available, please keep checking back as house tickets until the end of October will be uploaded in due course.

Gain exclusive access to Winston's bedroom on an intimate one hour journey through selected rooms in the house. Delve into the stories of the Churchill family, Winston the leader or Clementine Churchill depending on which tour you book. Tours run at 4pm, Mon-Fri (excluding Bank Holidays), normal admission applies. Please book at least 24 hours in advance; spaces limited to 8.

Join Winston and Clementine on a tour of the world in this family fun trail around the Chartwell gardens and woods. Trail is on Sat 30 Jun - Sun 2 Sep, 10am-4pm and costs £1, normal admission applies. Best suitable for children aged 5-10.

Discover Clementine Churchill and her role both as the wife to one of Britain's most famous politicians and as a mother raising her family at Chartwell. Our exhibition will show how the history of the world would be very different if it weren't for this remarkable woman. Due to popular demand the exhibition is being extended until 28 Oct, normal admission applies.

It’s 50 years since Churchill’s home, Chartwell, opened to the public. Thanks to the generosity of the Trust members and the wider public we have almost reached the target for our 2016 appeal, but still need your help to obtain the final objects in the collection

As well as acquiring Churchill's personal belongings, we will be opening up new rooms and spaces at Chartwell with funds raised from our appeal. By 2020 these areas, including Churchill's bedroom, will be opened to the public for the very first time.

With the support of The Heritage Lottery Fund we're bringing Churchill's stories to life for the next generation. New for summer 2018 is our treehouse, based on the one that Churchill built for his children here over 90 years ago. Families can enjoy this special play area whilst learning about the Churchill children.

Enjoy a lunch with us at the Landemare café and what would a visit to the National Trust be without a scone and tea?

From souvenirs, gifts and Churchill memorabilia you'll be spoiled for choice in the Chartwell shop. Treat yourself to a little something.

Stroll around the gardens at Chartwell and you may spot an unusual sight on our lakes. Black swans, native to Australia, have called this hillside haven home since 1927, once looked after by Churchill and now by the National Trust.

From rags to riches, this is the story of a cat that got the National Trust cream, and the Churchill request that there should always be a marmalade cat at Chartwell.

Reinforce your classroom work with our new creative learning sessions. Local schools can have a member of the Chartwell team visit to deliver free sessions based around our greatest statesman - Winston Churchill.

Bring your school along to Chartwell to discover the family home of Sir Winston Churchill. Find out what we have to offer and how to book your school visit.

As a charity, Chartwell relies heavily on the work of its volunteers to keep its doors open forever, for everyone. We have a wide variety of volunteer positions for you to get stuck into, from gardeners to minibus drivers and even flower arranging. Get in touch with us today to start your volunteer journey.

Want to help Chartwell but don't feel you can volunteer that much time? You can always join a local supporter groups that help fundraise for several properties. They also go out and about on visits and it's a great way to meet people and make friends.