Kenwood House

About Kenwood House

Visit Kenwood House in London and discover world-famous art collections in fashionable Hampstead. The house is in a tranquil leafy parkland with sweeping views over London.

Kenwood House has splendid interiors with art masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrant, Turner, Reynolds and Gainsborough and portraits of Elizabethan and Stuart celebrities.

Events at Kenwood house include live summer music concerts.

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Opening Times Open daily 11.30 - 16.00 (Closed: 24-26 Dec, 1 Jan)
Booking and payment details Free

Kenwood House Address

Address:
Hampstead Lane
London
NW3 7JR
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8348 1286

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Prices for Kenwood House

Adult: Free (USD0.00)
Concession: Free (USD0.00)
Child: Free (USD0.00)

Location Information for Kenwood House

Address:
Hampstead Lane
London
NW3 7JR
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8348 1286
Public transport: Archway and Golders Green Tube - then the 210 bus, or Highgate 1 mile Hampstead Heath - 1.5 miles

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Visit London review of Kenwood House

Reviewed by: Visit London
Approached via the heath from either Hampstead or Highgate, idyllic Kenwood House (also known as the Iveagh Bequest) is an architectural jewel nestled on mighty Hampstead Heath in its own exquisite grounds. This glorious stately home was remodelled in the late 18th century by Robert Adam and features opulent interiors and a fine collection of paintings. The house is now managed by English Heritage and is open daily.

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4.0
Based on 3 reviews
Ranked #67

  Latest 3 reviews of Kenwood House

Idyllic English experience

A trip to the Kenwood house coupled with a relaxed walk across Hampstead Heath is a wonderful way to spend a half-day in London. I chose Kenwood House itself because Vermeer's "The Guitar Player...

A trip to the Kenwood house coupled with a relaxed walk across Hampstead Heath is a wonderful way to spend a half-day in London.

I chose Kenwood House itself because Vermeer's "The Guitar Player," which you can see up-close in a quiet environment. Works by Rembrandt, Turner, and Hals round out the collection.

A leisurely walk across Hampstead Heath back to the subway rounded out a nice afternoon. Hampsted Heath is remarkable for its wide-open spaces and picturesque woods, meadows, hills, and ponds.

 
4.0
9 November 2008
by midway42, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Combined with a trip to Hampstead makes for a Wonderful Day

First Kenwood House is fairly easy to get to via the underground and bus. Don't be afraid of the bus transfer (Golders Green tube stop) Its so easy and the locals are more than happy to help you...

First Kenwood House is fairly easy to get to via the underground and bus. Don't be afraid of the bus transfer (Golders Green tube stop) Its so easy and the locals are more than happy to help you. At Kenwood House the bus stops directly at the estate's entrance gate.

Second its free and its beautiful

The Brewhouse opens at 9:00 for breakfast and both the breakfast and lunch are outstanding. Plenty of locals with their dogs... very quaint that way.

Honest its a beautiful estate and really easy to get to. We combined it with a London Walk's tour of Hampstead

Made for a perfect day

 
5.0
17 July 2008
by scarpenter4, scarpenter4

A unique gallery

A perfect Adam house, with some great works of art inside, surrounded by a gorgeous park - and just 5 miles from Oxford Circus. The house is never too busy even at weekends, and there is time to...

A perfect Adam house, with some great works of art inside, surrounded by a gorgeous park - and just 5 miles from Oxford Circus. The house is never too busy even at weekends, and there is time to appreciate the beautiful pictures by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Gainsborough and others. The cafe is reasonably priced, and has lovely atmosphere in the garden.

 
5.0
24 August 2006
by ollielollie, London, England

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Events at Kenwood House

  • English Heritage: Kenwood House

    Special event

    1 Apr 2009 to 31 Mar 2010

    Set in parkland with panoramic views over London, Kenwood House boasts sumptuous interiors and important paintings by many great artists. Brewing magnate, Edward Cecil Guinness, first Earl of Iveagh, bought Kenwood House in 1925. Thanks to him, visitors can admire masterpieces by Rembrandt, Turner, Reynolds, Gainsborough and Vermeer. The Suffolk Collection includes magnificent full-length Elizabethan portraits and stunning costume details. Outside, in parkland influenced by the great English landscape gardener, Humphry Repton, there are lakeside walks and woodland paths to explore.

  • Lost London 1870-1945

    Exhibition

    23 Jan 2010 to 5 Apr 2010

    An exhibition of almost 100 images, many never seen before, to accompany the release of a new book from Transatlantic Publishing with English Heritage, 'Lost London 1870-1945'. Telling the story of the lost buildings and streets of London, this exhibition explores why some streets remain yet others have long disappeared from view.

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