Make your group visit extra special by adding a guided tour.
Guided tours must be booked in advance and are always subject to availability.
Gardens of Down House tour
Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens of Down House and hear about the experiments Darwin carried out to help prove his theories on evolution. See how the garden has been restored to its original Victorian layout, complete with authentic planting.
Duration: 60 minutes
Minimum-maximum pax: 11-20 pax per tour
Advance booking required: Yes.
Price: Price available on enquiry.
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: down.house@english-heritage.org.uk
Telephone: 01689 859119
| Organisation | Down House (Home of Charles Darwin) |
| Address | Down House, Luxted Road, Downe Village, Kent, BR6 7JT, United Kingdom |
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Biggin Hill Museum & Chapel
Down House (Home of Charles Darwin)
Biggin Hill Museum & Chapel