# Hever Castle, Edenbridge — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.8/5 from 14,166 Google reviews. Castle dating from 1270, with Tudor artworks and lavish furnishings, plus gardens and water maze. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants/hever-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Castle # Hever Castle Hever, Kent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7654266231842838380&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [David Diebelius](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110159569579165791278) **In short:** Hever Castle is a castle in Kent, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14,166 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Castle dating from 1270, with Tudor artworks and lavish furnishings, plus gardens and water maze. Summary via Google ## About Hever Castle Hever Castle has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The on-site cafes offer good value, according to visitor feedback. The castle grounds include gardens, a water maze, and play areas suitable for children. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Hever Castle's own website](https://www.hevercastle.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM ## What's nearby - King Henry Ⅷ next door - Hever C Of E Primary School 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this castle offers beautifully maintained gardens, a fascinating historical interior, and a wide variety of activities for all ages, including mazes and playgrounds. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, as well as the convenient and ample parking. Guests mention the reasonable prices for tickets purchased online and the good value of the on-site cafes. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (14,166 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Kent Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1792147). [More restaurants in Kent](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (14,166 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.hevercastle.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01732 865224](tel:01732865224) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Kent **Plus Code** 9F3254P7+QG ### 🏨 Places to stay near Kent Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DKent%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Hever Castle? Hever Castle is open Mon–Sun 10:30am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Hever Castle any good? Hever Castle is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14,166 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Hever Castle good for children? Yes, Hever Castle is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact Hever Castle? Call Hever Castle on +44 1732 865224. ## More near Hever Castle ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Hever Castle Luxury Bed and Breakfast ★ 4.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/hotels/hever-castle-luxury-bed-and-breakfast) - [Thatched Cottage B&B ★ 5.0 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hever/hotels/thatched-cottage-b-b) - [The Greyhound Inn ★ 4.6 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/hotels/the-greyhound-inn) - [The Leicester Arms ★ 4.3 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tonbridge/hotels/the-leicester-arms) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Culver Croft ★ 5.0 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sevenoaks/cottages/culver-croft-uk38133) - [Fern Cottage 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sevenoaks/cottages/fern-cottage-ukc7380) - [The Old Stables Lodge 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sevenoaks/cottages/the-old-stables-lodge-ukc7611) - [Little Batts 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sevenoaks/cottages/little-batts-syk1119331) ### Campsites nearby - [Hever Camping ★ 4.8 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/camping/hever-camping) - [Luna Domes at Hoath House ★ 4.8 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/camping/luna-domes-at-hoath-house) - [Gabriels Fishery Certificated Site ★ 4.3 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/camping/gabriels-fishery-certificated-site) - [Free Range Glamping ★ 4.7 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/camping/free-range-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Hever Castle & Gardens ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/hever/attractions/hever-castle-gardens) - [Chiddingstone Castle ★ 4.5 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/attractions/chiddingstone-castle) - [Bore Place ★ 4.9 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/edenbridge/attractions/bore-place) - [Camp Wilderness at Penshurst Place ★ 3.4 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penshurst/attractions/camp-wilderness-at-penshurst-place)