Eltham Palace surrounded by the beautiful gardens and moat

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Once a favoured medieval palace and then royal Tudor residence, Eltham Palace was transformed into a striking art deco mansion by millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld. Your groups can see how they incorporated historic features of the ancient palace and enter into their fashionable world by exploring their eccentric ultra-modern 1930s home, set in 19 acres of award-winning gardens.

The intriguing mix of historical features continues in the captivating grounds. Admire stunning herbaceous borders and planting and relax in the Rock Garden with its series of pools and cascades running down to the picturesque moat. Cross London's oldest working bridge and admire views of the house from the lawn. With plenty of wide open spaces, it's the perfect place to take in the fresh air, relax and play.

Eltham Palace and Gardens provides great value with a 15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together. They also offer free entry for coach drivers and tour leaders.

For Trade Admission Prices & Site Opening Times, click here.

* Eltham Palace and Gardens is part of English Heritage.

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Accessibility

  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • British Sign Language
  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Coach parking - Coaches can drop off next to the visitor centre before being advised where to park.
  • Drop Off Point - Coaches can drop off next to the visitor centre before being advised where to park.
  • Facilities for Coach Driver - Eltham Palace also offer free entry for coach drivers and tour leaders.
  • Guided tours for groups

Parking

  • Free Parking - Free parking is available for members only.
  • Parking with charge - Parking charges apply to non-members. A large car park is signposted just off Court Road with plenty of spaces for cars and disabled visitors - please use Sat Nav postcode SE9 5NP to help direct you straight to the car park.

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite Catering
  • Public toilets

Site Features

  • English Heritage Property

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

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      Eltham Palace and Gardens

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      Court Yard, Eltham, London, SE9 5QE

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      Summer (1 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025)
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