One of England's oldest family homes, Penshurst Place has passed through the hands of royalty and nobles for over six centuries, including Henry VIII. in 1552 it was gifted to the influential Sidney family. Today, a direct descendant, Viscount De L'Isle MBE, is the custodian of Penshurst's future.

At the heart of this medieval masterpiece is the Baron's Hall, built in 1341. The adjoining State rooms contain a wonderful collection of tapestries, furniture, armour, and porcelain.

The historic formal gardens are the jewel in the crown of Penshurst Place. With records dating back to 1346, they provide a superb example of elizabethan garden design. 11 acres of walled and yew-hedged garden 'rooms' provide a variety of form, foliage and bloom throughout the year.

For children, the Toy Museum provides a collection of toys from Yootha Rose - a stage designer, artist and royal toymaker, as well as toys from generations of the Sidney family. they can also let off steam in our traditional Venture Playground and find out more about the woodland environment in the Woodland Trail. With a choice of two catering outlets, the Garden Restaurant and the Porcupine Pantry, serving delicious home-cooked fare, and a wonderful Gift Shop, Penshurst Place and Gardens truly is a day out for all the family.