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Eltham Palace and Gardens

Type:Sightseeing Attraction

Court Yard, Eltham, London, SE9 5QE

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Explore 19 acres of award-winning gardens and step inside the striking art deco mansion.

Once a favoured medieval palace and then a Tudor royal residence, in the 1930s Eltham Palace was transformed by eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Get a taste of the Courtaulds’ extravagant lifestyle as you explore their unusual home, try on a range of period costumes, follow the family trail and admire the magnificent medieval great hall.

There’s a quirky mix of medieval and modern in the gardens too. Admire stunning herbaceous borders, walk through formal rose gardens and relax in the Rock Garden, with its pools and cascades running down to the moat. Cross London's oldest working bridge and go on an adventure in the playground inspired by the Courtaulds’ love of travel....Read More

About

Explore 19 acres of award-winning gardens and step inside the striking art deco mansion.

Once a favoured medieval palace and then a Tudor royal residence, in the 1930s Eltham Palace was transformed by eccentric millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Get a taste of the Courtaulds’ extravagant lifestyle as you explore their unusual home, try on a range of period costumes, follow the family trail and admire the magnificent medieval great hall.

There’s a quirky mix of medieval and modern in the gardens too. Admire stunning herbaceous borders, walk through formal rose gardens and relax in the Rock Garden, with its pools and cascades running down to the moat. Cross London's oldest working bridge and go on an adventure in the playground inspired by the Courtaulds’ love of travel.

With so much to see and do, Eltham Palace is a great value day out for the whole family – Book Now.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult from£14.50 per ticket
Child (Ages 5-17) from£8.60 per ticket
Family (1 Adult, up to 3 Children) from£23.10 per family
Family (2 Adults, up to 3 Children) from£37.60 per family

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Events

Saturday, 24th May 2025 - Sunday, 1st June 2025

Come along to Eltham Palace and Gardens for hands-on activities this May half termMay Half Term Fun & Games at Eltham Palace and GardensCome along to Eltham Palace and Gardens for hands-on activities this May half term.
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Sunday, 6th July 2025 - Sunday, 6th July 2025

Sunday, 13th July 2025 - Sunday, 13th July 2025

Sunday, 20th July 2025 - Sunday, 20th July 2025

Couple sitting on grass listening to a live band in the backgroundSunday Music at Eltham Palace and GardensEnjoy a relaxing Sunday at Eltham Palace and experience a day of live music performed against the backdrop of the magnificent moat and gardens.
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Saturday, 2nd August 2025 - Sunday, 3rd August 2025

Legendary Joust at Eltham Palace and GardensExperience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill as four legendary knights compete for honour and glory in the Grand Medieval Joust.
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Saturday, 25th October 2025 - Sunday, 2nd November 2025

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Eltham Palace this Halloween half term - Halloween illustration with children dressed up Halloween Half Term at Eltham PalaceGather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Eltham Palace this Halloween half term.
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • British Sign Language
  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Coach
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • British Sign Language
  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Coach parking - Coaches can drop off next to the visitor centre before being advised where to park.
  • Drop Off Point - Coaches can drop off next to the visitor centre before being advised where to park.
  • Facilities for Coach Driver - Eltham Palace also offer free entry for coach drivers and tour leaders.
  • Guided tours for groups

Parking

  • Free Parking - Free parking is available for members only.
  • Parking with charge - Parking charges apply to non-members. A large car park is signposted just off Court Road with plenty of spaces for cars and disabled visitors - please use Sat Nav postcode SE9 5NP to help direct you straight to the car park.

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite Catering
  • Public toilets

Site Features

  • English Heritage Property

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted
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Awards

  • Other AwardsVisit Greenwich Partner Visit Greenwich Partner 2021
  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

Opening Times

Summer 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025
DayTimes
Monday - Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 15:00
Sunday10:00 - 17:00
December 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday10:00 - 15:00
January/February 1 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2026
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday10:00 - 15:00
February 12 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00
March 1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026
DayTimes
Wednesday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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