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Opening Times 2010
House and Gardens open 1st April to 31st October
Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays.
Gardens 11.00 to 5.00pm (last admission)
House 2.00 to 5.00pm

Admission Charges
With Gift Aid, (Standard Charge in brackets)
House and Gardens: Adult £9.35 (£8.50), child £4.40 (£4.00)
Gardens only: Adult £7.70 (£7.00), child £3.85 (£3.50)
Gift Aid info click here
Booked groups are welcome and group rates apply

Guide Books
In Dutch, English, French and German are available on entry or our Gift Shop and Nursery.

Annual Tickets
These are available on the day at the ticket kiosk or can be bought from our online shop. The holder will have access to the Gardens for one year during normal opening times.
One Person £19.50 BUY ONLINE
Two Persons £27.50 (Ticket holder and guest) BUY ONLINE
Family £31.50 (2 adults and 2 children, age 5-15 years) BUY ONLINE

Travelling to Great Dixter
The House and Gardens are located in Northiam approximately three quarters of a mile off of the A28, which runs through the village. Follow the brown tourist signs. Multimap Map

By Train: the nearest train stations with connecting buses to Northiam are Rye, and Hastings. Timetable information available at National Rail Enquiries: www.nationalrail.co.uk tel. 08457 484950.

By Bus: buses run directly to Northiam (Monday to Saturday) from Rye, Hastings and Tenterden. No buses on Sundays. Timetable information available at Traveline: www.traveline.org.uk tel. 08712 002233.

By Car: for users of satellite navigation please enter our postal code which is TN31 6PH or refer to the Multimap Map above. The carparks at Great Dixter are free to visitors. No over night parking.

Dogs
We only allow guide dogs in the gaden. Dogs on leads are welcome in the carparks.

Group Bookings
Full information on booking times and fees are availale if you click here

Events
Great Dixter is host to a series of educational and seasonal events throughout the year. For full details click here

The Gift Shop - and Refreshments
Our Shop offers a selection of quality gardening tools and sundries as used in the garden. Books by Christopher Lloyd and many other authors. Carefully chosen gifts, greetings cards, postcards and stationery. Light refreshments, hot and cold drinks and ice-creams are available all day with seating in the Gift Shop garden.

Accessibility
We welcome disabled visitors to the House & Gardens. Please see the plan for details of layout and accessibility to the garden. PLAN

Parking
Level access to garden, over grass and track. Disabled drivers may park near ticket office; disabled passengers may be set down at ticket office before car is parked in car park.
Garden
Hardened paths, slopes with some ramps. Steps at a number of points may be difficult; see attached map.
House
Good access to ground floor, the Great Hall and Parlour. Access to the Solar via steep stairs with handrail. Access to the Benenden Hall has five steps and handrail. A folder containing photographs and descriptive text of all the Benenden Hall and Solar is available.
Shop
Access possible, level surface. Hot and cold drinks, snacks etc available at gift shop. Picnic tables available. Level access.
Lavatories
Adapted WCs on level ground near ticket office.
Wheelchairs
Two wheelchairs available, please contact office in advance to secure booking on 01797 252878 during weekday office hours. Route maps provided for wheelchair users.
Mobility Vehicles
Some areas of the garden are suitable for small mobility vehicles.The staff will be happy to help you should you encounter difficulties during your visit.