# Lullingstone Castle & World Garden, Eynsford — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover this historic Kent manor house surrounded by an imaginative World Garden featuring quirky sculptures, cascading water features and striking tribal art, perfect for a family day out with picnic spots and onsite dining. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/eynsford/attractions/lullingstone-castle-world-garden (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Castle # Lullingstone Castle & World Garden Eynsford, Kent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4210336112250721660&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Phil Brown](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103604539288959810912) **In short:** Lullingstone Castle & World Garden is a castle in Eynsford, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,148 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Lullingstone Castle & World Garden Discover this historic Kent manor house surrounded by an imaginative World Garden featuring quirky sculptures, cascading water features and striking tribal art, perfect for a family day out with picnic spots and onsite dining. ## What's nearby - World Garden of Plants next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Anatori Sealife](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117616299812416886059/reviews) ★★★★★ Today we visited Lullingstone Castle & The World Garden for the first time, and we absolutely loved it. It is a beautiful and very peaceful place, full of history, charm and carefully maintained gardens. One of the first things we appreciated was the very convenient free parking, which made the visit easy and stress-free from the beginning. The grounds are beautifully kept, with lovely parkland, small bridges over a little river, and attractive walking paths that make the whole place feel relaxing and picturesque. What makes Lullingstone Castle especially interesting is the way its history is presented. Around the grounds there are clear signs, information boards and descriptions explaining what happened in different places in the past. This adds real depth to the visit, as you are not just walking through a pretty garden, but also discovering stories connected with the site. One particularly fascinating spot was connected with Queen Anne, who apparently came here for treatment for her kidneys. Details like this make the visit memorable and bring the history to life. There are also beautiful views of the castle itself and the inner courtyard. In the courtyard there is a very pleasant café in a tent-style setting, where visitors can order hot food, delicious tea and sweet treats. The seating area is very comfortable, with nice tables and chairs, making it a perfect place to rest and enjoy the atmosphere. Another highlight was the wonderful glasshouse with exotic plants. It contains an impressive collection, including cacti, palms and even unusual poisonous tropical plants. It was fascinating to see such variety in one place. Overall, Lullingstone Castle & The World Garden is a delightful destination for anyone who enjoys gardens, history, peaceful walks and beautiful views. We had a very enjoyable first visit and would happily recommend it. · via Google [Janet van der Knoop](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106647230897087592245/reviews) ★★★★★ We had some time before we had to take the boat in Harwich. We saw this castle and gardens on Google Maps and decided to go for a visit. We had a wonderful time here. We took a look in the gardens, which are wonderful. When we went here we also could take a look in part of the castle. In the garden there was a tent where we could drink some coffee and tea with cake. At lunchtime we had some wonderful sandwiches. In the gardenshed we bought some bags with seeds. We really enjoyed our visit her. It was really peacefull and quiet. We were here in the end of may. · via Google [diddely squat](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103798809971450813479/reviews) ★★★★★ Fantastic! We visited during one of their Bank Holiday special events and has a wonderful day exploring the small church, huge Manor House and stunning gardens. Sarah (home owner) was lovely and so knowledgeable. Tom’s garden tour was a real treat - highly recommend! His passion for gardening was palpable. Karen and other volunteers were so friendly. Small cafe but great selection of hot and cold drinks and vegan and gluten free cakes too! Great selection of plants to purchase too. Thank you for a great day! · via Google [Darren Dowd](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106797717255674997300/reviews) ★★★★★ A truly amazing place to visit, such a beautiful relaxing environment. We were fortunate enough to meet and talk to Sarah the lady of the house. I would wholeheartedly recommend everyone taking a tour with Tom this was a fantastic experience meeting and listening to someone so knowledgeable and engaging was amazing- Thank you so much · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8b2a45a3f04ef:0x3a6e1e6303b4157c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this garden features an amazing variety of plants from across the world, including a large collection of cacti, and offers guided tours by the garden's creator. They also highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable staff, as well as the delicious homemade cakes and coffee available. Guests mention the reasonable prices for plants in the nursery and the convenient free parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Lullingstone Castle, Dartford, DA4 0JA [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.3579089%2C0.1961183) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (1,148 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Eynsford [More attractions in Eynsford](https://staycation.co.uk/eynsford/attractions) ★ 4.5 (1,148 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.lullingstonecastle.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01322 862114](tel:01322862114) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Eynsford **Postcode** DA4 0JA **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F32955W+5C [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8b2a45a3f04ef:0x3a6e1e6303b4157c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8b2a45a3f04ef:0x3a6e1e6303b4157c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8b2a45a3f04ef:0x3a6e1e6303b4157c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Eynsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Lullingstone Castle & World Garden has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Lullingstone Castle & World Garden suitable for? Lullingstone Castle & World Garden suits all ages. ### Is Lullingstone Castle & World Garden wheelchair accessible? Lullingstone Castle & World Garden has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Lullingstone Castle & World Garden? Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Lullingstone Castle & World Garden? 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