Discover more in Kent
Fairy-tale castles, historic royal residences and the home of Churchill can all be found in Kent.
We look after a range of houses and unusual buildings in Kent, from the home of a great politician to a moated manor with 700 years of history for you to uncover.
Knole was built to impress. Come and explore the grandeur of its showrooms, the hidden secrets of the attics and the rooms Eddy Sackville-West called home in the Gatehouse Tower.
Selected rooms in the family home of Sir Winston Churchill are decorated for Christmas and open to visitors from 23 November to 23 December. Explore the beloved home of one of Britain's greatest politicians, Sir Winston Churchill. The house has many treasures and provides an intimate portrait of the Churchill family.
From secret doors to ornate furniture and amazing collections of art, costume, books and silverware, find out about the house at Scotney Castle and how the Hussey family made it a home.
Enter this medieval half-timbered house across a cobbled courtyard and into the hushed interior. Discover dark wood panelling, huge fireplaces and a mix of furnishings inside.
Explore the rooms and grounds of Owletts, an impressive 17th-century manor house and birthplace of celebrated architect Sir Herbert Barker.
Step back in time for a festive Georgian Christmas at Quebec House in Kent. Imagine you’re a guest at an 18th century dinner party as you explore the decorated rooms and creative displays. Visit the Coach House to enjoy spiced hot chocolate and baked treats inspired by Mrs Wolfe’s recipes.
Climb the Tower at Sissinghurst for views of the whole garden and peruse thousands of books in the Library.
From a chapel to a knight's dwelling and a lighthouse on the White Cliffs of Dover, discover interesting buildings to explore in Kent.
Step into the Ellen Terry Museum at Smallhythe Place, a creative haven dedicated to the late Victorian actress, curated by her daughter Edy Craig.
Explore South Foreland Lighthouse on the famous White Cliffs of Dover. Take a guided tour and discover the fascinating stories of this landmark.
The restored Darnley Mausoleum stands on the highest point of the site. Viewable from outside year-round, the 18th-century building is open to explore on select dates during the summer.
This rare surviving chapel is the only remaining structure of the Preceptory of the Knights Hospitallers of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, formed in 1113.
Old Soar Manor is a rare remaining structure of a late 13th-century knight's dwelling. Explore the solar chamber, barrel-vaulted undercroft, chapel and garderobe.
Fairy-tale castles, historic royal residences and the home of Churchill can all be found in Kent.