Goodnestone Park Gardens

Directions

Goodnestone Park Gardens is in Goodnestone, Kent, CT3 1PJ. Drive through the village past the school, FitzWalter Arms and church to reach the garden car park. Public transport does not serve the gardens directly; Adisham is the nearest station. Details: https://goodnestonepark.co.uk/visiting-us/

Facilities

Facilities include 15 acres of gardens, a walled garden, woodland garden, free parking, the Old Dairy Café, gift shop and toilets. Dogs are welcome subject to the garden policy.

Access

Wheelchair access is available to the Walled Garden, Old Dairy Café and areas around the house. Routes include gravel and garden paths, so check access needs in advance: https://goodnestonepark.co.uk/about-us/faqs/

Prices

Summer 2026 garden admission: adult £10, student £6, child 6–16 £4 and family £24. Groups of 20+ pay £9; garden tours are £15. Check before travelling: https://goodnestonepark.co.uk/visiting-us/admission-prices/

Opening Times

Gardens are open daily all year, 10am–5pm, with last admission at 4pm, except over Christmas. The house is only open on pre-booked guided tours on selected dates. Check before travelling: https://goodnestonepark.co.uk/visiting-us/

Group Visits

Groups must book in advance. Garden tours can be arranged and coach parties should email office@goodnestone.com for parking information.

History

Set around an 18th-century manor house, Goodnestone has long connections with Jane Austen through her brother Edward’s marriage into the Bridges family. Its gardens blend formal design, woodland and a celebrated walled garden.

Schools

Educational and group visits can be discussed directly with Goodnestone Park Gardens. Contact office@goodnestone.com to plan a visit around gardening, history, wildlife and Jane Austen connections.