Upton House and Gardens

The colour changes from the blues and purple of the aster collection in September to the reds and oranges of the shrubs in the dry bank in October. Discover autumn's colours in Upton’s gardens this autumn.

Bring the family this October half term to stretch your legs, kick up some leaves and make memories together.

What you'll see and key information to plan your visit.

Discover Upton House and Gardens, the country house and weekend retreat, where 2nd Viscount Bearsted, Walter Samuel, created one of the finest art collections in twentieth-century England.

Choose from one of these scenic walks and make the most of your day by exploring the surrounding countryside.

Our shop is open and offers something for everyone. Whether it’s environmentally-friendly swaps for a more sustainable life, a gift for a loved one or an indulgence for yourself, every purchase helps us look after Upton House and Gardens for everyone, for ever.

Our Pavilion Cafe has reopened and will initially be serving a range of hot and cold drinks, hot and cold snacks and light meals. Our outdoor seating is now also accessible. We look forward to welcoming you back and thank you for your support, which helps us care for Upton House and Gardens.

Tree conservation at Upton House and gardens includes managing the ongoing issues with ash dieback.

A look at how we overcome the factors that contribute to the deterioration of our items and decorative features.

Discover the story of these generous Upton residents and their enduring influence on the estate.

The histories of Upton’s women testify to the new social and cultural opportunities opening up after 1918 – interior decoration, fashion, gardening, sport, art and society entertaining – that offered women new creative ways of expressing themselves in the modern world.

Learn about Kitty Lloyd Jones and how her arrival in the 1930s radically reshaped the garden.