Welcome to Hall Place and Gardens
One of the South East’s best-kept secrets. This historic house and garden, rich in fascinating history, welcomes visitors all year round with a range of exhibitions and public events and stunning spaces for weddings and other celebrations. Garden entry is free.
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General Opening Times
MET Office heat alerts: Please look after yourself in the heat. Mornings are cooler. Wear a hat and sunscreen, keep hydrated with a water bottle. Our Visitor Centre has air conditioning and the gardens have plenty of shade under its trees.
WILD FIRE RISK – please do not bring BBQs onsite or create a fire of any kind. Even a lit cigarette dropped on the grass can cause a fire.
WE ARE NOW IN SUMMER OPENING
April – Sept: 9am-9:30pm (the Stone Arch Gate that takes you to the glasshouses and Visitor Centre Centre will close at 5:45pm)
Oct – March: 9am-5:15pm (the Stone Arch Gate that takes you to the glasshouses and Visitor Centre Centre will close at 4:30pm). Gardens also close at the same time.
Please follow signs on site in order to keep everyone safe and well
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Wish to bring a group to the gardens? Family, friends, clubs and other groups – let us know so we can help – Groups visiting the Gardens at Hall Place
Local Byelaws & Site Management
Sorry, no footballs, dogs, fishing, riding bicycles, BBQs and the use of drones. Find out more here Local Byelaws pdf or Local Byelaws MS word doc
Please note we also do not permit cats and other domestic pets, within the walled grounds of Hall Place & Gardens, with the exception of registered assistance animals. The Byelaws and restrictions are in place to protect the wildlife on site and allow us to protect the gardens and river for our visitors to enjoy.
Contact us: We apologise but staff are busy and may be unable to answer the telephone lines. Please email hallplaceenquiries@bexley.gov.uk or for functions hallplacefunctions@bexley.gov.uk .
Thank you and stay safe. _______________________________________________________________________________________
What’s on
Historic House Tours
One house with nearly 500 years of history. Join one of the Historic House Guided Tours to hear all the gossip and stories
Farmers Market- First Sunday & Third Saturday of the month
SEE MORE EVENTS
Family Friendly
Come and have a run around and discover the Gardens. Look out for the first signs of spring.
Ranger Stu Dinosaur Discovery – August
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London Butterfly Gardens
Escape to the tropics! – Open daily
Jambs Owls Experience
Open all week 1-12 April
Miniature Railway Sundays from 29 March 2026
Full information for visiting here
Venue Hire
Private functions and corporate events in the South East with almost 500 years of history. Whether you are looking for a stunning venue for your wedding ceremony, a place host your entire day’s celebration or a party to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, our dedicated team can help you plan every single detail making it a truly memorable experience.
Click on the Venue Hire tab on the main menu above to find out more.
