- Chartwell - Chartwell was the home of Sir Winston Churchill and his family from September 1922 until Sir Winston’s death in 1965. For over 40 years, this family home not only dominated the life of the Churchill’s themselves but also the lives of the politicians, civil servants, military men, and foreign diplomats who saught Churchill’s advice and council. Decorated today as it was during its heyday of the 1920s and 1930s Chartwell is a must-see for anyone who wishes to learn more about the greatest Briton who ever lived.
Once at Chartwell you will have 4-hours to explore the house, grounds, and studio. Your guide will lead you through the house and grounds explaining the many artefacts and objets d’art, including several Churchill paintings, that were left to the National Trust (Chartwell’s owners) upon the death of Sir Winston in 1965.
You will also have time for a spot of lunch in the cafe, or if you wish, you can bring a picnic with you to enjoy in the grounds.
- Admission to Chartwell
- Gratuities
This private, exceptional tour is the ideal experience for a visit to Chartwell, offering convenient pick-up and drop-off at your chosen address and the opportunity to discover Chartwell with a guide passionate about Sir Winston Churchill and the impressive achievements he made from this humble rural residence.
A monumental figure in history and a key factor in the Allies’ victory in World War II, we owe much to Sir Winston and his vision of a free and unified Europe. Many of the notable accomplishments of Sir Winston, including the crafting of his Nobel Prize-winning memoirs, occurred at Chartwell. Heavily altered and expanded by Sir Winston, aspects of Chartwell were constructed by Churchill himself, from enlarging and extending the main house to building brick walls in the kitchen garden. This tour invites you to not only explore the house and the surrounding area but also uncover, with your guide’s assistance, how Churchill shaped a beloved family home.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
