Select the date you would like to visit and then choose the ticket type you require. 

Please note: If the date is red on the booking calendar we are closed that day for a private hire event.

ANNUAL TICKETS INFO - Pay for a day, return free for a year!

*Family ticket discounts will be applied automatically at checkout.

1 adult & up to 3 children: £25.00 plus booking fee OR 2 adults & up to 3 children: £32.50 plus booking fee.

(Ticketed special events are excluded - live music, open air theatre. Some events have special member discounts including the Vintage Fair and Christmas Fair. All individual event information is on the castle What's On page. The annual ticket is valid from the date of purchase for twelve consecutive months and once issued, the annual ticket is not refundable and non transferable)

VIRGIN EXPERIENCE VOUCHERS

1. Select your date (your voucher must be valid at the time of your experience)  2.Select your Virgin Experience tickets from the Ticket Offers section  3.Enter your details and voucher details (including dietary requirements/allergies)

Chiddingstone Castle - Historic House and Museum

Visit to discover the fascinating Japanese, Stuart and Jacobite, Buddhist, and Ancient Egyptian collections whilst exploring the building. Find out about the previous owners and the history of this historic home. Take in the grandeur of The Great Hall, White Rose Room, Victorian Kitchen, Library, Study, Four Poster Room and Servant’s Hall. If you visit during the summer the inner courtyard is filled with colourful fragrant roses.

Outside discover the Grade II* listed Victorian Orangery, enchanting woodland walks, a fishing lake and spectacular views across the Kent countryside for all. The quaint castle tea room offers light lunches, traditional cream teas and homemade cakes as well as pre-booked full afternoon teas. 

2026 Opening Hours - Open 4 Days a Week

Our opening hours have changed this year. Please note our new opening hours are Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 5pm (last entrance 4:15pm). We will be closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays with the exception of Bank Holiday Mondays. Feel free to take a walk around the castle grounds which are open all year from 7am – 6.30pm, subject to private events. 

Parking is £3 for the day and managed by Ringo, the first 45 minutes is free. Please keep all dogs on leads. Fishing is also available, see our website for more information.

New Events - More Reasons to Visit

Visit for a variety of Talks and Tours within the castle, Fairs and Festivals in the grounds, or enjoy al fresco entertainment outside at The Orangery. Some events require additional tickets and are not included in your castle admission. For more information and tickets please visit our What’s On page. 

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