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We have changed the opening arrangements of our sites to play our part in stopping the spread of COVID-19. The grounds of Kenwood Estate are open to local visitors and Members to use for exercise during the lockdown period. We ask everyone to bear in mind the government’s latest advice on travelling before you plan your visit. All the interior spaces, including Kenwood House and our shops, will be closed, but the grounds remain open. Our café is closed, we have a limited takeaway with hot drinks and cake. We have additional safety measures in place at all of our sites including social distancing, enhanced cleaning and limits on visitor numbers to protect the health of all our Members, visitors, staff and volunteers. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this difficult time.
Please note: to comply with government guidelines, all interior spaces are currently closed including Kenwood House. The service wing toilets will be open for use with additional cleaning in place. Please see the information below for full details.
We've made some changes to help keep you safe, and things might be a little different when you visit. Here's everything you need to know.
The first house on the site is probably a brick structure built by John Bill, King James I's printer.
Find out more about the history of Kenwood
Brook Bridges buys the house. His son transforms it into a two-storey red-brick building with large sash windows.