We look forward to welcoming you back to our historic house and the fascinating collections of Japanese, Stuart and Jacobite, Ancient Egyptian, and Buddhist art and artefacts. Last admission at 4:15pm. 

Chiddingstone Castle has been described as a treasure in the Garden of England. A fascinating historic house with Tudor origins and Victorian rooms, set in 35 acres of beautiful grounds, housing the amazing collections of the late Denys Eyre Bower - Japanese armour, swords and lacquerware; Ancient Egyptian artefacts; Buddhist antiquities and Stuart & Jacobite art and artefacts. A fairytale wedding and hospitality venue, with a delightful Tea Room and well-stocked Gift Shop.

To book an Afternoon Tea or if you would like to book to reserve a space for larger parties please email us at hello@chiddingstonecastle.org.uk or phone us on 01892 870 347.

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Our full programme and tickets will be launched at the beginning of March

Meet authors, enjoy performances and take part in workshops at this fantastic literary event. There will be an opportunity to buy copies of the authors’ books at our festival bookshop and each event will be followed by a signing session in the Great Hall. Schools are welcome to tour the Castle’s collections (at no additional cost) and to explore, play games and picnic in the grounds between events. Pre booking is essential. 

 In 2021 we had a run of wonderful music acts take up residence for the afternoon in The Grade II* listed Orangery. They proved to be so popular we have decided to welcome them back again for 2022. There will be several events spread throughout the season covering all types of musical genres so there will be something for everyone. Line up of acts to be announced soon.