Summer has just begun, it’s time to get out and explore!
This summer we’ve got something for everyone including a 1940s event, jousting and another car event.
And arguably the best time of year to see the gardens is upon us. Now is the best time to see the roses; but a riot of colour runs through the entire grounds, making it the perfect time of year to visit for garden lovers and wanderlusters alike.
Find out what’s on this summer at Hever Castle:
In a discovery branded the most exciting Thomas Cromwell finding ‘in a generation’, historians at Hever Castle believe that Anne Boleyn, Catherine of Aragon, AND Thomas Cromwell all owned a copy of the same prayer book.
And the book belonging to Thomas Cromwell is now be on display at Hever Castle for visitors to see.
This book is thought to be the only object from any Tudor portrait to survive to this day and the first time the book has been lent from Trinity College since it was received on 10 August 1660.
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Step back in time to wartime Britain at Hever’s Home Front at this 1940s event.
Take part in a swing dance in the tea dance tent, tap your toes to music from Jivin Jim Dandy, join in with singer Stephanie Bell or browse stalls selling vintage wares and refreshments.
Meet reenactors from the US Army, get up close to a replica Spitfire, meet Prime Minister Winston Churchill and his wife Clementine and find out more about the food from the 1940s when rationing was in place.
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July: 15 & 16, 22 & 23, 29 & 30
August: 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 25 – 28
The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments will begin at Hever Castle on 15 and 16 July.
This summer the Knights of Royal England will be entertaining visitors with exhilarating displays of action, stunts, falls and fights in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot in one-to-one combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’s ultimate champion.
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Throughout the summer holidays (22 July – 3 September) your little ones can take part in a series of hands-on activities and challenges as part of Heroes and Villains School.
Discover secret signs and calls, test your skills to become the hero and defeat the villain at each turn, fight the last battle – who will be the last standing? Sport your best capped crusader costume to really get into the spirit of the school.
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Head to Hever Castle on Sunday 6 August for Supercar Sunday, a car event organised by Challenge the Road.
A whole host of stunning super cars with their own individual stories will be on display in the gardens with the Castle as a stunning backdrop.
As Lamborghini are celebrating a 60th birthday we are aiming to have 60 Lamborghinis on display. Plus, there will be a very rare, special super car that will steal the show!
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The Festival Theatre has played at Hever Castle, each summer, without a break, for the last 40 Summers. This makes them the longest running open-air theatre in the South East (only beaten countywide by Regents Park and The Minack Theatre). It is definitely time to celebrate. The Festival Theatre is looking ahead to 40 brilliant events to mark their 40th year.
Surely there is an event for everyone from Horrible Histories Barmy Britain – New! to The Wizard of Oz, The Dolly Show to the Last Night of the Hever Proms or Nightingale the Ballet to The Best of Baroque with the Guildhall Strings.
Enjoy a staycation with the whole family this summer in Hever Castle’s self-catered Holiday Cottage.
Dating back to 1903, Medley Court is a luxurious four bedroom holiday cottage forming part of the Astor Wing.
Although Medley Court is now just over one hundred years old, its appearance is that of a Tudor house, the standard of decoration and comfort is outstanding and it still retains the warm, relaxed feel of a family home.
Tickets to the Castle & Gardens are included with every stay and do not need to be booked separately online.
Twilight Offer – The course is looking fantastic and with the good weather, now is the time to make the most of our twilight offer from 3pm, 7 days a week!
That’s 18 holes on the Championship Course for just £35. Perfect if you are looking for a quiet afternoon of golf in the sunshine.
Book a tee time up to 7 days in advance via the link below or call the Pro Shop on 01732 700771.
Book your game of golf up to 3 months in advance with our SELECT visitor golf.
Our SELECT visitor golf offer enables 3 to 8 golfers to book your game up to 3 calendar months ahead, rather than our standard 7-day visitor booking window. A £10pp surcharge on the standard green fee rates is applicable for Select bookings.
Contact [email protected] and a member of our dedicated team will be happy to take care of all your requirements.
Book your visit to Hever Castle & Gardens.
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.
