Hever Castle

 

The Castle

Make your visit to England majestic by walking through over 700 years of British history. Hever Castle dates back to the 13th century and was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII and Mother of Elizabeth I.

In time Hever Castle has formed the unlikely backdrop to a sequence of events that changed the course of Britain’s history, monarchy and religion. Home to some of the finest furniture, tapestries and antiques which are now regarded by some of the best collections of Tudor portraits.

The Gardens

At Hever Castle you will discover the magnificent award-winning gardens set in 125 acres of glorious grounds.

Get the chance to see the beauty of the Pompeiian Wall and classical statuary in the Italian Garden whilst inhaling the fragrance of over 3,000 rose bushes in the quintessential English Rose Garden.

The Lake

Hever Castle boasts a massive 38 acre lake, was the inspiration of William Waldorf Astor.

Looking for a tranquil location to reflect? The castle lake provides exactly this away from the main castle and gardens.

The lakeside locations of the Italian Loggia and Japanese Tea House folly provide the perfect spot to view the magical lake. Families and nature lovers will enjoy the nature trail on Lake Walk and boating provides fun for all ages.

Enjoy and discover the true beauty as well the serenity of the lake at your own pace in one of our rowing boats, canoes or pedalos.

 

 
 

 

Highlights

  • Delve deeper into Hever Castle in Kent on a private tour

  • Learn detail and Tudor history about the castle not obvious if exploring alone

  • See the halls, Henry VIII’s bedroom, and gardens; and add a boat ride (pre-booked)

Tour Details

Duration: 6 hours

Operates: Everyday

Number of passengers: 1 – 8 

Collection & drop off point: Private & direct pickup from your

London location and drop-off within central London (zone 1-2)

Private guide: Tour is available on a driver only basis or with

an associated private guide

Admission to Hever Castle is not included

 


Private Guide & Castle Tours

We work in association with several private guides who can accompany you on the transfer and give you a private tour of Hever Castle.

Hever Castle offers a range of tours to suit all tastes. We would be happy to arrange this on your behalf to make sure you make the most of your time at Hever Castle.

Extended Day Tour

Chartwell was Churchill’s house in Kent and is now preserved as an historic property by the National Trust or a visit to Dover Castle & White Cliffs of Dover can be offered as an extension to your day tour.


 
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Anthony Delicata