Name: Marble Hill
Rating: 5.0

Marble Hill

Richmond Road, Twickenham, London TW1 2NL, UK

1-99 Years

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Marble Hill is the last complete survivor of the elegant villas and gardens that bordered the Thames between Richmond and Hampton Court in the 18th century. Inside the house, you can discover a taste of Georgian life with freshly conserved interiors and new displays that tell the story of Henrietta Howard, Marble Hill’s remarkable owner. Outside, explore over 60 acres of riverside parkland, with restored gardens, reinvigorated woods and even a nine-pin bowling alley.

Kids will love following the family trail with Fop the dog, trying on hats in Henrietta’s dressing room and playing Georgian games in the garden. There’s a fun playground too, along with plenty of space for fresh-air adventures.

Free entry. 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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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Things to See and Do: Discover Marble Hill’s idyllic riverside parkland and visit the beautiful Palladian villa within the grounds. The house has recently unveiled conservation works and is free to enter from Wednesday to Sunday, April to October. Explore our gorgeous grounds with friends and family, top up your energy in our recently refurbished cafe and let the kids run, jump and play in our fun play area. You could even join us at one of our fantastic community events from historical talks to our walking group.
A taste of Georgian Life: We welcome you to step through the doors of Henrietta Howard’s home at Marble Hill to discover a taste of Georgian life. The Marble Hill Revived Project has conserved and restored the house at Marble Hill to allow it to be open to the public, for free, five days a week for seven months of the year.
Who lived at Marble Hill? Henrietta Howard (1689–1767) was a remarkable woman who overcame personal adversity to become one of the most liked ladies of the royal court of George II and a central figure in the ‘Twickenham set’.
Explore acres of parklands: Enjoy a stroll through 66 acres of idyllic parklands or take the time to unwind with beautiful spots to relax with a picnic or a good book. Our glorious green space is also great for dog walks and family days out in the fresh air.
Feeling peckish? After exploring the house and park, relax in the refurbished Coach House Café with a drink, a quick snack or a light lunch, with many ingredients sourced from Marble Hill’s Kitchen Garden. Whether you're after a hot drink, scrumptious cake or delectable sandwich and soup, the café is the perfect place to round your visit to Marble Hill.
Let off steam: Spend time together as a family and explore and play in our extensive outdoor space. Let the kids have an adventure of their own in our fun play area, complete with its very own mini trampoline, climbing area and willow tunnel to discover.
Weekly Community Walk: Enjoy the fresh air, pleasant surroundings, and community spirit of Marble Hill with our weekly Community Walk. The experience is led by our volunteers and is free to attend with no pre-booking requirement. Takes place every Tuesday at 11am, please meet outside the front of the café.
Take part in events: Get your diary at the ready and take a look at our wide range of community events. From talks exploring Marble Hill’s fascinating history and incredible landscape, to walking groups, hands-on workshops, performances and fun activities specifically for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Gardens: Marble Hill is set in 65 acres of parkland containing historic features such as an ice house and grotto, both built in the early 18th century. The park is suitable for sports such as cricket, rugby and football - please contact the Ranger on 0782 568 0709 for more information about available facilities.

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Parking: Parking charges apply to non-members. Parking free for members. 76 car parking spaces including three disabled spaces. Disabled visitors may be set down outside the entrance by prior arrangement. The nearest EV (electric vehicle) bays are located on Richmond Road, just outside the gates to Marble Hill Park. To search for nearby electric charging points please visit the Zap Map website.
Toilets: Toilets can be found at the café and inside the house.
Dogs: Currently, dogs are allowed off leads in most areas of the park under close supervision.

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

House open Wed - Sun: 10am - 5pm.
Free to enter.

Address: Richmond Road, Twickenham, London TW1 2NL, UK

Post Code: TW1 2NL

Council: Richmond upon Thames

County: Greater London

Road Access: Richmond Road, Twickenham, London. Marble Hill will be in the Ultra Low Emission Zone from 29 August, 2023. Please check TFL's website to see if your vehicle meets the required emissions standards, if not you'll need to pay a daily charge.
Bus Access: TfL 33, 490, H22, R68, R70.
Train Access: St Margaret’s or Twickenham.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network. Pedestrians and cyclists can also take the Hammerton's Ferry from the river's northern bank near Marble Hill to its southern bank near Ham House. The Ferry runs daily from March-October.
Parking: Parking charges apply to non-members. Parking free for members. 76 car parking spaces including three disabled spaces. Disabled visitors may be set down outside the entrance by prior arrangement. The nearest EV (electric vehicle) bays are located on Richmond Road, just outside the gates to Marble Hill Park. To search for nearby electric charging points please visit the Zap Map website.