Step into Hever Castle’s garden this spring. The gardens have awoken and ignited into life with plenty of vibrant colour in the Italian Garden, whilst pastel pink magnolia and cherry hues surround the Castle courtyard. There’s never been a better time to fall in love with the Kent countryside. April is set to be the most exciting month of the year yet and don’t forget we are open daily until 6pm.
The tulips are busy creating a carnival of colour through the grounds, plus make some special family memories over the May Day Weekend dancing around the maypole.
Take a closer look at what’s on in April and beyond:
From blossoms to bluebells, Hever Castle & Gardens have got spring covered this year with a colourful celebration that promises to delight this April.
The two week celebration will feature twice daily tours in week 1 with the gardening team, while in week 2 the gardening team will be offering gardening workshops.
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Celebrate May Day at Hever Castle & Gardens with a weekend of fun family activities and traditional May Day customs.
Dance around the Maypole with brightly coloured ribbons intertwined and take part in an interactive traditional May Day play on the Castle forecourt. The Merry Men Players will enthral you with their rendition of King Arthur – Legend of the Sword.
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Head to Hever Castle in May for a contemporary spring craft fair organised by Craft In Focus. Over the four days you will be able to discover around 140 exhibitors from the UK’s finest designer makers and contemporary artists at this craft fair based in the heart of the Kentish countryside.
Craft in Focus have chosen specific designers for their individuality and innovation in contemporary design so you will be exposed to a whole host of British talent.
A valid admission ticket to the Gardens Only is required to visit the craft fair.
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On the 19th May 1536, Anne Boleyn was executed in the Tower of London after being the Queen of England for only 1000 days.
To pay tribute, 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 18 May and Sunday 19 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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In April and May, the Festival Theatre at Hever Castle have four wonderful fundraising performances for you to enjoy. Your ticket includes the opportunity to explore the Castle and Gardens following the afternoon performances taking place on the Estate. Or you can book joint theatre and garden tickets enabling you to make a full day of it.
Festival Fundraisers:
The summer season begins on Saturday 25 May.
Are you looking for a unique corporate summer party idea? Or a venue to celebrate with friends and family? With an abundance of outside space on offer at Hever Castle, step into summer with a party that showcases the history of the 680 acre estate with beautiful surroundings that will make it an event to remember.
We offer a number of different packages and a bespoke pricing structure dependent on your requirements.
Only 1 mile from the Castle’s main entrance you will find the friendly and welcoming Golf Club. Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, Hever Castle Golf Club is a 27 hole Kent golf course that will encourage and inspire all golf enthusiasts.
A wide range of membership options are on offer to suit all golfers and budgets.
Choose between:
7 Day Championship Membership
5 Day Championship Membership
7 Day Princes Membership
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Within the grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, there are two opportunities for you to stay the night with us.
Hever Castle has played host to many important events and celebrations for over 600 years. In 1903 when William Waldorf Astor set about restoring Hever Castle to its former glory, he added the Astor Wing, to accommodate his family and guests, before creating a lake and the spectacular Italian Garden to house his impressive collection of ancient Greek and Roman statuary.
There are multiple places to eat & drink across the Hever Castle Estate. Select between the Castle & Gardens and Golf Club below to discover more.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, Hever Castle Golf Club is a 27 hole Kent golf course that will encourage and inspire all golf enthusiasts.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, the Wellbeing Centre consists of five smart treatment rooms.
