Name: Greenway
Rating: 5.0

Greenway

Greenway House, Greenway Road, Kingswear, Brixham, Devon TQ5 0ES, UK

1-99 Years

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Greenway this relaxed and atmospheric house is set in the 1950s, when Agatha and her family would spend summers and Christmases here with friends, relaxing by the river, playing croquet and clock golf, and reading her latest mystery to their guests.

The family were great collectors, and the house is filled with an important and varied collection of ceramics, Tunbridgeware, silver, and books, including first editions of her novels. It is also home to archaeological artefacts acquired in the Middle East where Agatha accompanied her husband, archaeologist Max Mallowan on excavations. In the library a frieze was painted in 1944 when the house was requisitioned by the US Coastguards as part of the preparations for D-Day.

Price starts from £18.70 for Adults(18 years and over), £9.40 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £28.10 for Family(1 adult 2 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

House: Georgian house with 1950s interiors, holiday home to Agatha Christie and her family's varied collections.
Boathouse: Scene of the crime in Christie's mystery Dead Man's Folly. Foreshore overlooking the River Dart, home to river wildlife.
Battery: Gun battery on the river, built as a Napoleonic defence in the 1790s.
Garden: Walled gardens, woodland, Camellia Garden, Fernery and riverside paths. Deckchairs and benches with River Dart views.
Second-hand bookshop: Former stables now a second-hand bookshop stocked full of pre-loved books, puzzles and a variety of CD's and DVD's.
Shopping: Shop filled with Agatha Christie mementoes, homewares and local produce. Pop up retail horsebox during summer months.
Things to see in Greenway House: Discover the holiday home of Agatha Christie and her family. Find out more about the favourite rooms used by the family and the treasures they collected, Agatha’s personal collection of books in the Library and first edition novels.
Visiting the garden at Greenway: From walled gardens to riverside woodland, the garden at Greenway is very relaxed and tranquil. Find out more about the Peach House, Fernery and Battery including where to find the best river views. See the family pet cemetery and find out why a small area of lawn is called Clock Golf.
Family-friendly things to do at Greenway: At Greenway you'll find a host of activities to keep the family entertained. With outdoor trails and winding paths to explore in the garden, and seasonal events throughout the year, you'll make great memories together at Greenway.
Visiting the estate at Greenway: With countryside views over woodlands, traditional farmland and the winding Dart Estuary, the estate at Greenway is a rich mosaic of habitats. Discover more about a new project that has been established to improve areas of the countryside for nature.

Facilities

Parking: Parking spaces must be booked in advance. In you are travelling in a motorhome or midibus, please contact us before your visit, as there are limited spaces available. Charges for non-National Trust members: £1.10 per hour, max 3 hours stay. No parking on Greenway Road or in Galmpton village.
Food & Drinks: Barn Café with indoor and outdoor seating. 1950s ice cream parlour-inspired Tack Room serving takeaways in summer.
Dogs allowed: Dogs on leads welcome in garden, shop and café. Assistance dogs only in house.

What to see

History of Greenway: Greenway became Agatha Christie’s beloved family holiday home in the late 1930s. Discover more about Agatha’s childhood, her world travels, how she came to purchase the property on the edge of the River Dart and how the house was used during the Second World War.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/greenway/history-of-greenway

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Price Details

Adult (18+): £18.70 with Gift Aid & £17.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £9.40 with Gift Aid & £8.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £46.80 with Gift Aid & £42.50 without Gift Aid.
1 adult, 2 children: £28.10 with Gift Aid & £25.50 without Gift Aid.
Group (Adult 18+): £16.15 without Gift Aid.
Group (Child 5–17): £8.08 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/greenway#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Greenway house: 11:00 - 16:00
Garden: 11:00 - 16:00
Car Park: 11:00 - 16:00
Barn Café: 11:00 - 16:00
Shop: 11:00 - 16:00
Second-hand bookshop: 11:00 - 16:00

Address: Greenway House, Greenway Road, Kingswear, Brixham, Devon TQ5 0ES, UK

Post Code: TQ5 0ES

Council: South Hams

County: Devon

By road: From Torquay and Paignton follow signs to Brixham, until you reach the village of Churston. Follow brown tourist signs (directing you to Greenway), through the village of Galmpton. Follow Manor Vale Road and continue on to Greenway Road. Follow Greenway Road past the school and out of the village; continue on for approximately two miles until you reach Greenway. Please respect the speed limits in the village and drive with care.
On foot: Dart Valley Trail from Kingswear (Higher Ferry) 4 miles, Dartmouth 6 miles. Moderate walk with some steep ascents, challenging underfoot. Greenway walk from Broadsands or Churston station 3½ miles along country lanes.
By bus: Please be aware that there are no bus services in operation to Greenway at present. Full sized coaches cannot access Greenway; to bring a group by midi-coach, places must be pre-booked by calling 01803 843235.
By ferry: Ferry services running from April to October: Greenway Ferry Company. From Dartmouth (park at Darmouth park and ride, six hours minimum parking required) call Greenway Ferry Service: 01803 882811. From Dittisham (pay and display parking in The Ham car park, limited spaces in July and August), regular ferry service available every day; ring the bell for service.
Parking: Parking spaces must be booked in advance. In you are travelling in a motorhome or midibus, please contact us before your visit, as there are limited spaces available. Charges for non-National Trust members: £1.10 per hour, max 3 hours stay. No parking on Greenway Road or in Galmpton village.