Greenway

In the house at Greenway see Agatha Christie and her family's extensive collections, hear clips of Agatha and her grandson Mathew speaking, delve through scrapbooks and much more.

There are so many different ways to travel to Greenway, from ferry to steam train, by car or by foot; they all make an exciting part of your day out. It's important to note that parking spaces must be pre-booked online or by calling 01803 842382. In the winter months please check with the travel providers to see which services are running when you plan to visit.

Dogs on short leads are very welcome in the garden at Greenway; there are water bowls and tethering rings available in the courtyard, and dog treats waiting to be given out in Visitor Reception.

Agatha Christie and her family spent their time at Greenway relaxing, playing garden games and enjoying the woodland gardens. Why not follow in their footsteps by enjoying some of our activities for families?

Greenway is nestled in a woodland garden which drifts down the hill to the banks of the River Dart. The garden is complete with stunning views, colourful borders and grand trees.

You can tuck into light lunch or something sweet in the Barn Café, or a drink and a snack from the Tack Room. Everything from the Barn Café is served in disposable containers as part of a two year experiment, which will finish at the end of July, when food and drink will once again be served in crockery.

Pick up the perfect souvenir of your visit to Greenway from the shop, which sells everything from gifts to local produce, and Agatha Christie books and memorabilia.

The garden team have welcomed thousands of new members to their team. The new team members are bugs who have got a job to do: to control the pests in the glass houses.

Pupils from Galmpton carry on a traditional link between Greenway and their school by tending to an allotment in the Walled Garden. Once the vegetables have been harvested, the kids come for a celebration with their parents and enjoy the fruits of their labours with a delicious dinner.

A project has been taking place to restore the Boathouse, to keep this iconic building which was the scene of the crime in 'Dead Man's Folly' at its best.

There are lots of different ways to volunteer at the four places in the English Riviera: Bradley, Coleton Fishacre, Compton Castle and Greenway. Find out about the different volunteer roles at these places and how you can get involved.

If you're thinking about volunteering, but just want to do something one-off or every now and again, the Greenway garden blitz could be just what you're looking for. You could join the garden team for a day to clear out an overgrown area of the garden.

Nick volunteers in the house and Boathouse at Greenway, and he also helps out with events and leads talks and tours. He's taken the time to share what volunteering is like for him.

As Agatha Christie's holiday home, Greenway inspired a murder mystery or two. Find out about the places at Greenway which feature in her story 'Dead Man's Folly,' and how true to life it is.

A new second-hand book shop is now open on the first floor of the café, with all of the money raised through second-hand book sales going to the conservation of Greenway. Can you help to look after Greenway for ever by donating a book or two?