Description
Built in the early 16th Century when it was a thriving shipbuilding port Smallhythe Place in Tenterden is the former home to renowned Victorian actress Dame Ellen Terry. The museum houses hundreds of diverse artefacts from her personal and professional collections. There is a focus on commemorating the history of the literary and thespian community to celebrate its LGBTQ heritage. John Gielgud was Ellen Terry’s great nephew and the Patron of The Barn Theatre, home to events, from the 1940s until his death in 2000.
Opening Hours
From 28th February to 3rd November 2024
Wednesday to Sunday
11am to 5pm
Last entry 4.30pm.
Price
National Trust Member: Free
Gift Aid/Standard
Adult: £12.10/£11
Child: £6.10/£5.50
1 adult family: £18.20/£16.50
2 adult family: £30.30/£27.50.
Accessibility
The garden is wheelchair friendly, flat ground but can be uneven in certain areas. The first floor of the museum only is wheelchair friendly, a visual aid is available for unaccessible rooms on the second floor of the museum. A portable ramp is available for entry into the museum. Wheelchairs are available.
Parking
Parking is below the property in a layby 50 yards from the house. Extra parking is available above the property in the Church car park.
Dogs
Gardens only, on lead.
Facilities
Free Parking • Cafe • Picnic Area • Toilet • Disabled Toilet (requires access ramp available on request)
Picture Credit: © National Trust.
