Down House - Home of Charles Darwin
Down House
Downe
Kent
BR6 7JT
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.14922
Telephone
01689 859119
Fax
01689 862755
An intimate window into the life of Englands best known scientist. It was from his study at Down House that Charles Darwin worked on the scientific theories that culminated in a book “On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection“ that both scandalised and revolutionised Victorian Britain.
Venue Type:
Historic house or home, Science centre
Additional info
Access to house: Disabled access via shop. All ground floor rooms are level with seats in every room. First-floor reached by lift and ramp to mount two steps.
Access to grounds: Most areas can be reached via gravel paths, including Darwin’s ‘thinking path’ and greenhouses. The gravel can be slippery when wet. The rest of the area is lawn which cannot be used by wheelchairs.
Parking: 50m from house with separate disabled bays. Disabled visitors may be set down outside the house by prior arrangement. Level path to house.
Visually Impaired Visitors: Interactive exhibition on first floor allowing visitors to touch and participate. Audio guides included in admission price. Braille guide available.
Hearing Impaired Visitors: Audio tour with hearing loop included in admission price.
Facilities Toilets: Accessible WC on ground floor.
Shop: Level access
Refreshments: Tea room on ground floor.
Down House
Downe
Kent
BR6 7JT
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.14922
Telephone
01689 859119
Fax
01689 862755
Down House, built during the late eighteenth century, remains much as it was when Darwin lived there. On the ground floor, the rooms have been furnished to reflect the domestic life of the family. The study holds his writing desk, chair and numerous objects connected with his work.
The first floor houses an interactive exhibition on his life, research and discoveries.
Collection details
Natural Sciences, Personalities, Science and Technology
Key artists and exhibits
- Charles Darwin
Down House
Downe
Kent
BR6 7JT
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.14922
Telephone
01689 859119
Fax
01689 862755
Museums at Night - Home of Charles Darwin, Down House
As part of 'Museums at Night' we invite you to visit The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House after dark this weekend. Enjoy highlight talks about Darwin and his family and take this exclusive opportunity to explore the property out of hours.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
6-9pm
Admission
Non English Heritage members: Adults £9.90, Concessions: £8.90, Children: £5.90. Family: £25.70 English Heritage members: Free Purchase your tickets today by calling our dedicated Ticket Sales Team on 0870 333 1183 (Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5.30 Sat 9am – 5pm). Tickets will also be available to purchase at the event site on the day
Museums at Night - Home of Charles Darwin, Down House
As part of 'Museums at Night' we invite you to visit The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House after dark this weekend. Enjoy highlight talks about Darwin and his family and take this exclusive opportunity to explore the property out of hours.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
6-9pm
Admission
Non English Heritage members: Adults £9.90, Concessions: £8.90, Children: £5.90. Family: £25.70 English Heritage members: Free Purchase your tickets today by calling our dedicated Ticket Sales Team on 0870 333 1183 (Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5.30 Sat 9am – 5pm). Tickets will also be available to purchase at the event site on the day
Down House
Downe
Kent
BR6 7JT
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.14922
Telephone
01689 859119
Fax
01689 862755
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