Name: The CharterHouse
Rating: 5.0

The CharterHouse

The Charterhouse, Charterhouse Square, London EC1M 6AN, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

The London Charterhouse is a historic complex of buildings in Clerkenwell, London, dating from the 14th century. It occupies land to the north of Charterhouse Square, and lies within the London Borough of Islington.

A heritage site that dates back to 1348, and has been a monastery, Tudor mansion, school, and almshouse which it remains to this day. A hidden gem on the edge of the City of London.

Prices starts from £15 per person & £12 concessions. 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.

Features

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Chapel: The story of the Chapel lies at the heart of that of the Charterhouse and helps tell the wider history of our nation from medieval times to the present day.
Gardens: The Charterhouse gardens comprise Charterhouse Square and six courtyard gardens within our walls. Charterhouse Square is a rare green space open to everyone to enjoy on the border of Islington and the City of London. It was redesigned and opened to the public thanks to a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund in 2017.
The Great Chamber: The Great Chamber has witnessed many grand royal occasions and was the backdrop to decades of Tudor entertaining, plotting and intrigue. It is the only Tudor great chamber to survive in London, albeit in a restored form, and remains a jewel in the crown of our historic site.
Museum Display: From its beginnings in the 14th century as a burial ground for Black Death victims to the modern day Almshouse community of today, The Charterhouse has lived a rich and layered history.The museum display tells the history of the Charterhouse through objects, starting in the near present day and travelling backwards in time. It takes a look at the daily life of the Brothers (residents), the school and the origins of the charity, as well as the Tudor and medieval periods of the Charterhouse.
Collections: The Charterhouse has a significant archive collection, as well as a collection of objects, prints and paintings acquired over the course of its 660 year history.
Almshouse: The Almshouse Association defines an almshouse as being “a unit of residential accommodation (usually a house or flat) which belongs to a charity, is provided exclusively to meet the charity’s purposes (for example, the relief of financial need or infirmity) and is occupied or is available for occupation under a licence by a qualified beneficiary”.
Historic Buildings & Rooms: From its 1348 origins as a Black Death burial ground to a Carthusian monastery, Tudor mansion, and modern charitable foundation, the Charterhouse is a landmark of London’s evolving history. Discover a unique heritage site defined by faith, ambition, and community.

Facilities

Parking: There are a limited number of paid parking spaces on the west side of Charterhouse Square.
Toilets: Accessible toilets and baby changing are available on-site.
Dogs: Working assistance dogs are welcome, please contact us in advance if you wish to bring a registered Emotional Support Animal.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Charterhouse Tour: £15 per person & £12 concessions.
Brother's Tour(Thursdays and Saturdays): £20 general admission & £18 concession.
Springtime Garden Tours: £18 general admission & £15 concession.
Edward's Boys present-The Knight of the Burning Pestle: £25 general admission & £20 concession.
1611 Society Lecture 2026-The Art of the Chapel: £22 general admission & £18 concession.

Pricing URL: https://thecharterhouse.digitickets.co.uk/tickets

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Museum Display, Chapel and Shop: Tuesday to Saturday: 10.30am to 4.30pm.
Guided Tours: Tuesday to Saturday: 11am and 2.15pm.

Address: The Charterhouse, Charterhouse Square, London EC1M 6AN, UK

Post Code: EC1M 6AN

Council: Islington

County: Greater London

Location: The postcode EC1M 6AH will take you to the hotel next to the Gatehouse entrance, the visitor entrance is a little further along on the north side of Charterhouse Square.
Train: The nearest underground stations are Farringdon (including for the Elizabeth Line) and Barbican.
Bus: Buses 4, 56, and 153 stop in front of Barbican station on Aldersgate Street.
Parking: There are a limited number of paid parking spaces on the west side of Charterhouse Square.