Group visits to Down house, the home of Charles Darwin

Down House (Home of Charles Darwin)

Group visits to down house, the home of Charles Darwin

Transport your group back to Victorian times with a visit to the country home where the scientist Charles Darwin wrote his world-changing book, On the Origin of Species, as well as enjoying family life with his wife and ten children.

Coach parking: Coach parking for one coach is available in gardens, 50 metres from house. Pre-booking required.

Catering: Tearoom  open until 30 minutes before closing. Seats 30 inside and 40 outside. Call 01689 851012 to pre-book packed lunches or lunch for 6 or more people. Buffets are available for larger groups. Picnic area available.

Average length of visit: 3 hours

Address: Down House, Luxted Road, Downe, Kent BR6 7JT

Email (bookings): down.house@english-heritage.org.uk

Telephone: 01689 859119


https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/home-of-charles-darwin-down-house/plan-your-visit/group-visits/

Contact details

Organisation Down House (Home of Charles Darwin)
Address Down House, Luxted Road, Downe Village, Kent, BR6 7JT, United Kingdom

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