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Falconhurst is a historic house in Kent, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Falconhurst
Falconhurst has been home to the Talbot family since 1852, on an estate in the High Weald of Kent.
It combines a working farm with a farm shop, gardens and a full calendar of events, from supper clubs to sculpture exhibitions and open-air opera.
The gardens and farm shop are open to visitors, and parts of the estate can be hired for weddings and private events.
It is as much a living, working estate as a historic house to look at.
History of Falconhurst
The estate was founded in 1852 and has remained in the Talbot family ever since. Over time it has grown from a traditional farming operation into a broader estate business, incorporating a farm shop, residential lets and a programme of arts and food events held in and around the historic buildings.
Gardens & grounds at Falconhurst
The gardens host regular events, including painting mornings, forest bathing sessions and open-air sculpture displays, making them a working part of the estate's public life rather than a static display.
Facilities
Plan your visit to Falconhurst
Nearest station: Wimbledon Underground Station (1 miles)
Gardens open most days; purchase tickets at the Farm Shop on arrival. Check official website for seasonal hours.
Places to visit near Falconhurst
Morden Hall Park
View Morden Hall Park on heritage mapFulham Palace
View Fulham Palace on heritage mapChiswick House
View Chiswick House on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 5 miles of Falconhurst there are 15 historic properties, including 8 historic buildings, 4 historic houses and 2 palaces, across National Trust, Historic Houses and English Heritage sites.
Within 10 miles of Falconhurst there are 41 historic properties, including 20 historic buildings, 9 historic houses and 5 palaces, across National Trust, Historic Houses and English Heritage sites.
Within 20 miles of Falconhurst there are 78 historic properties, including 35 historic buildings, 22 historic houses and 5 palaces, across National Trust, Historic Houses and English Heritage sites.
Facts
A Kentish farm estate in one family's hands since 1852, where the gardens serve as a venue for opera, sculpture and supper clubs.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Kent, England
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