English Heritage Trust - Green Grocer
Downe, Orpington
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Famous naturalist's restored home, with the study where he wrote On the Origin of Species. Summary via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.
About English Heritage Trust - Green Grocer
English Heritage Trust – Green Grocer is a café situated within Down House in Downe. The venue is open to visitors exploring the restored home of Charles Darwin and its grounds.
Dogs are welcome, and the café is suitable for children. The house and gardens attract visitors interested in Darwin's life and work, with the surrounding estate offering extensive grounds for walks.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Visitors say this historic house offers fascinating exhibitions about Charles Darwin's life and work, with many original artifacts and interactive displays. They also highlight the beautiful, extensive gardens and grounds, which are ideal for leisurely walks and picnics. Guests mention the staff are consistently friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,450 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- Exempt
- Destination
- Orpington
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.