Hall Place and Gardens

Hall Place is a Tudor mansion near London featuring stone walls, flint and timber framing, and original decorative floor tiles throughout its rooms. The site includes formal gardens with hedge topiary and a converted stable building that displays local history exhibits.

Built in 1537 by Sir John Champneys, the house marks the transition from late medieval to early Tudor design. During World War II, American military personnel used it as an intelligence center for communications work.

The name reflects its central feature, the large hall that once served as the heart of the household. Today you can see how the rooms were furnished with original and replica pieces that show how wealthy families lived in that era.

You can walk through the house rooms at your own pace or join a guided tour to learn about the architecture and furnishings. The riverside tearoom offers a comfortable spot to rest, and the gardens are accessible year-round for a walk around the grounds.

The kitchen includes a working bakehouse that shows how bread and other foods were made during Tudor times. This hands-on display gives you a real sense of daily life in the mansion.

Location: London Borough of Bexley

Address: Bourne Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 1PQ

Website: https://hallplace.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.44819,0.16023

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40