Chartwell 60: Garden tour
In 2026, we’re celebrating 60 years since Chartwell opened to the public on 22 June 1966. Join us for a free, volunteer-led tour to discover how the garden evolved during the Churchill family’s time and how the National Trust have cared for it since.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join our garden team for a free, volunteer-led guided tour exploring the ever‑changing landscape of Chartwell. From the Churchills’ own gardening passions to decades of National Trust care, this tour covers how the garden has grown, adapted and been preserved over time.
Learn about the plants and features introduced during the Churchill family’s tenure, the structural and botanical interventions made under the National Trust's ownership and the ongoing work that keeps the garden thriving today.
Whether you’re a keen gardener, a Churchill enthusiast, or simply curious about how historic landscapes are cared for, this tour offers a fascinating look at how the garden you see today came to be.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Please note there are steep steps, uneven paths, and grassed areas throughout the garden.
- Meeting point
Please meet under the Marlborough Pavillion.
- Suitability for children
Children need to be supervised at all times.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Other
This tour is subject to volunteer availability, please ask at the Visitor Centre.
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