With its unique place in the history of science, Down House, the home of Charles Darwin, is one of the major visitor attractions in the South East. See the study where Darwin wrote 'On the Origin of Species', still as it was when he worked here, and stroll through the extensive gardens that so inspired the great scientist.
Equally fascinating are the glimpses you get into the life of the Darwins in the family rooms. And there’s an exciting interactive multimedia tour, narrated by David Attenborough, to tell you more about how Darwin developed his ideas. For anyone with an interest in science and evolution, this is a fascinating family day out in Kent.
Look out for our series of events for children aged 5 to 14 in August and September. Plus, for National Allotment Week (August 9th -15th), free heritage seeds will be on offer for visitors.
For just £44 a year, English Heritage members get free entry to our properties and exclusive discounts.
