Eltham is a unique marriage between a medieval and Tudor palace and a 1930s millionaire’s mansion. From the 14th to the 16th century it was an important royal palace, where monarchs often stayed and hunted in the surrounding parks.

After centuries of neglect, Eltham was leased to Stephen and Virginia Courtauld in 1933, who built an up-to-the-minute house here that incorporated the great hall. The result was a masterpiece of 20th-century design.

The visit:

The coach will leave Whiteman's Green Cuckfield promptly at 9.30am

Tickets - £43 per person reduced to £30 with an Art Pass or English Heritage membership

There will be 2 groups one having the guided your of the house in the morning whilst the others explore the gardens.  After lunch the 2 groups swap over.

Lunch and light refreshmnets can be purchased at the cafe or you may wish to bring a picnic.

Return time - approx 5pm