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Hever Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Kent, England · Hever, Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

Hever Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Kent, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £24 · Child £14 · Family £62
Visit South East England listing: castle and gardens or gardens-only tickets; prices on hevercastle.co.uk. Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG (01732 865224). Water maze, yew maze and adventure playground in the gardens.
Best time to goWeekdays in spring and early autumn.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages for the grounds; house rooms suit about 6+ (prams may need to stay at the door)
All ages.
If it rainsMixed: house rooms are indoors, gardens and grounds are outdoors
FoodTakeaway, indoor and outdoor seating, Moat Café and evening restaurant Eden. Picnics welcome, with benches around the site.
Money saverCheck National Trust, Historic Houses or English Heritage membership value; family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsSee the castle first, then the gardens and Water Maze. Buy tickets online for lower price.
What to packComfortable shoes, layers, picnic for the grounds, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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