Strawberry Hill House & Garden
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Historic Gothic Revival house in Twickenham, famous for inspiring Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and its unique collection of Renaissance painted glass.

📜 Strawberry Hill House & Garden is a historic Gothic Revival villa in Twickenham.
🔍 Originally built by Horace Walpole, it is now open to the public and attached to St. Mary's University.

Why Go

🏰 Pioneering example of Gothic Revival architecture
🖼️ Admire intricate architectural details and art
🌳 Explore a carefully restored 18th-century garden
📚 Home to Horace Walpole’s library

Why Avoid

🅿️ Limited parking, public transport recommended
♿ Some areas inaccessible by wheelchair (second floor)
🚫 Large bags and buggies not permitted inside

Tips

🎟️ Book online for best price and guaranteed entry
🚶 Station is 5-10 minutes walk from the house
🐕 Assistance dogs are welcome

Cost

💰 Tickets from £16.50 online, discounts available.

Hours

🕒 House & Shop: Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm). Garden & Café: Wednesday-Sunday, 9am-4pm. Open 7 days a week during school holidays.

🅿️ Parking

Free car park with limited spaces, 5 Blue Badge spaces. Postcode TW1 4ST.

♿ Accessibility

Ground floor and first floor accessible via lift. Wheelchair available. Large print interpretation. Dementia friendly site.

🛍️ Shop

Gift shop available with books, souvenirs, and ice cream.

☕ Café

Garden Café in the Great Cloister with garden views.

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