Tour Schedule
The first Sunday of every month | 10:30 - 12:00. Available dates:
- Sunday
6th September
- Sunday
4th October
- Sunday
1st November
- Sunday
6th December
Good to know
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting Point
Silverhand
Estate. Full arrival
instructions and meeting point details will be included within your booking
confirmation email.
Arrival Information
Please arrive at
least 15 minutes before the tour start time.
Age Restrictions
Suitable for
adults and older children with an interest in history. Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
Accessibility
Due to the
historic nature of Luddesdown Court, accessibility adaptations are not
possible. Guests must be
able to walk throughout the
property, climb stairs independently and manage uneven floors. Unfortunately,
there are no alternative step-free routes available.
What To Wear
Comfortable
clothing and sensible footwear are recommended.
Photography
Photography may
be permitted in selected areas. Please follow guidance provided by your tour
guide on the day.
Dogs
Dogs are not
permitted on this tour to preserve the condition of the historic building.
About This Event
Step inside one
of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited homes and uncover centuries of
history, architecture and royal connections on this exclusive guided tour of
Luddesdown Court, hidden within Silverhand Estate.
Luddesdown Court
is a medieval Grade I listed manor house with a history stretching back to the
Norman Conquest and a heritage that spans more than nine centuries. This tour
offers visitors a rare opportunity to step inside this living piece of history.
Throughout the tour, you'll discover the stories, architecture and unique
features that make this property one of the county's hidden treasures.
Join our
knowledgeable guides as they bring the history of the house to life, revealing
the people, events and architectural details that have shaped Luddesdown Court
over the centuries.
What you will experience
Your visit begins
with a guided exploration of Luddesdown Court, where you'll journey through
centuries of English history.
During the tour,
you'll discover:
- The fascinating history of
the manor house
- Evidence of occupation
dating back to Norman times
- The magnificent Great Hall
and its vaulted roof
- Original oak beams and
medieval architectural features
- The Tudor chimney and
Norman corbelled fireplace
- Rare historic murals
etched into the plaster walls
- Stories of the families
who have called Luddesdown Court home
Following the
guided tour, guests are invited to continue their experience at the Silverhand
Estate Cellar Door.
Terms and conditions
- Access to the property is
dependent upon the preservation requirements of this historic building.
- Guests should carefully
consider the accessibility information before booking.
- By attending, guests
consent to photography and videography for promotional purposes unless
otherwise requested.
- Additional booking,
cancellation and refund policies are available within your booking
confirmation.