May 18 - May 19

19th May 1536

At Hever Castle, we pay tribute to this enigmatic woman whose story forms an important part of the rich tapestry of the Castle’s history.

Hever Castle was Anne Boleyn’s childhood home and a place she came to several times throughout her life to seek refuge, whether escaping gossip or recovering from illness. It also formed the unlikely backdrop to a sequence of tumultuous events that changed the course of Britain’s history, monarchy and religion.

Anne Boleyn’s 1527 printed Book of Hours will be turned to the page that bears her poignant signed inscription: ‘Remember me when you do pray that hope doth lead from day to day. Anne Boleyn.’

To preserve the signature we are unable to have this page on display at all times, so this is an extremely special time for all those who visit Hever Castle.

Visitors will be able to see Anne Boleyn’s signature on Saturday 18th May and Sunday 19th May 2024.

Please note, we are now offering Behind the Scenes Tours as some rooms in the Castle will be closed until 25 June – learn more.

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Always check the latest details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted on some dates, please check before booking.

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June 22 - June 23

Hever’s Home Front 2024

Discover what life and work was like during the Second World War in our Hever’s Home Front event.

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July 13 - September 1

Jousting Events 2024 – Select Dates

The Knights of Royal England return to battle it out at the annual Jousting Tournament.

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July 24

The Best of West Kent Veteran Car Club 2024

Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.

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August 24 - August 26

Hever in History 2024

Discover various encampments of different eras.
Dates: Daily, 10:30 – 17:00
Location: Throughout the grounds

Come and enjoy battle displays and demonstrations that will be taking place in one of the arenas.
Dates: Daily, timings will be displayed on chalk boards around the arenas
Location: Church Lawn & Half Moon Lawn

Watch a parade of re-enactors; they will be starting on Church Lawn and collecting various ages as they walk through the grounds, then onto Half Moon Lawn, past the Castle and finishing back on Church Lawn.
Dates: Daily, 17:00 (duration 10 minutes)
Location: Throughout the grounds

Watch an archery display & combat display.
Dates: Daily, 11:30 & 16:00 (duration 45 minutes)
Location: Winter Garden Lawn

Watch the Knights of Royal England battle it out on saddle and on foot in one-to-one combat. Further information can be found here.
Dates: Daily, 13:00
Location: Events Field

Come and watch falconry displays from Willow’s Bird of Prey Centre. Further information can be found here.
Dates: Daily, 11:30 & 15:45
Location: Main Lawn

Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.

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