Riverhill House

Riverhill House is an English country house with extensive grounds in Sevenoaks Weald that spans approximately 74 acres. The property features three distinct garden areas from different periods: an 18th-century wilderness garden, Victorian terraces, and an early 20th-century woodland garden.

The house was built in 1714 and replaced an earlier Tudor farmhouse on the site. After John Rogers acquired it in 1840, it underwent major renovations and extensions.

The gardens contain plants from historical expeditions, demonstrating the Victorian era's interest in botanical collection and garden design innovations.

Access is from Riverhill Road past a lodge to the forecourt, where an 18th-century stone bridge runs beneath the house's north side. This bridge serves as the natural entry point to the grounds and gardens.

An ancient route once used by King Harold to connect London and Hastings runs past the property as a sunken path. The track has remained unchanged since the Turnpike conversion in 1710.

Location: Sevenoaks Weald

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture

Website: https://riverhillgardens.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.24750,0.20806

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:48