Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
Location
- Address
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Luxted Road
DowneKentBR6 7JT - Telephone:
- +44 (0)168 985 9119
- Public transport:
- By rail: Bromley South then bus 146 to Downe, or Orpington then bus R2 to Down House.
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Learn about the life and work of British naturalist Charles Darwin at Down House in Kent.
The house was Darwin’s home for 40 years and is where he wrote his groundbreaking work, On the Origin of Species.
See original manuscript pages in the exhibition, stand in the study where they were written and admire many original artefacts, including possessions that date from Darwin’s time on HMS Beagle.
Follow in the great man’s footsteps outside with a stroll along the Sandwalk, described as the “thinking path”, where Darwin took daily walks. Interactive panels in the gardens show how the plants and wildlife provided a wealth of inspiration and opportunities for observation.
The old kitchen where Darwin’s meals were prepared is now a cafe serving tasty treats and delicious lunches.
How much are Down House - Home of Charles Darwin tickets?
| Family ticket | From £24.00 per ticket |
|---|---|
| Child ticket | From £9.00 per ticket |
| Concession ticket | From £13.10 per ticket |
| Adult ticket | From £15.00 per ticket |
Free to English Heritage Members and children under 5.
Discount for students with an official student card and those aged over 60.
Down House - Home of Charles Darwin opening times
Saturday and Sunday: 10pm to 4pm
(16-22 February 2026, daily: 10pm to 4pm)
Please check the website for up-to-date opening times.