English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
About English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
Set in stunning countryside yet within Greater London, Down House is a day out to inspire all the family. The home of Charles Darwin for 40 years, here you can learn about his life and work and see our award winning exhibition. Don't miss the study where he wrote 'On the Origin of Species' and take a walk down his 'thinking path'. You can also relax on the veranda and in the gardens or have a bite to eat in the tearoom.
Most areas are accessible to wheelchair users. Unfortunately, no dogs or picnics are allowed on site.
English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin Facilities
| Opening Times |
2012 2 January - 12 February, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 13-17 February, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 - 16:00 18 February - 31 March, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 Please note on open days the ticket office, shop and grounds are open from 10:00 |
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| Catering Facilities |
Cafe |
English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin Address
| Address: |
Luxted Road
Downe Orpington
BR6 7JT
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)168 985 9119 |
Prices for English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
| Adult Ticket: | £9.90 (CAD15.48) per ticket |
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| Child Ticket: | £5.90 (CAD9.23) per ticket |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children under 16): | £25.70 (CAD40.20) per ticket |
| Concession Ticket: | £8.90 (CAD13.92) per ticket |
Free to English Heritage Members and children under 5.
Location Information for English Heritage: Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
| Address: |
Luxted Road
Downe Orpington
BR6 7JT
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)168 985 9119 |
| Public transport: | Rail: Bromley South then bus 146 to Downe;Rail: Orpington then bus R2 to house |
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James Taylor at Down House
Book Signing8 Mar 2012
A talk by James Taylors at The Home of Charles Darwin. Randal is on hand to answer questions and sign copies of his book.
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