Lutyens, the Lloyds and the Legacy
Great Dixter House and Gardens, Northiam · 10 December 2026
Image: Great DixterA one-hour guided tour of the Lutyens wing at Great Dixter House and Gardens in Northiam, led by a Senior Guide. The route covers the kitchens, servants hall, first floor family bedrooms and the Yeoman's Hall, and ends with tea or coffee in the Kitchen. Numbers are limited to 10 per tour, and the garden can be visited afterwards, so it suits anyone interested in architecture, design or the history of the house.
Highlights
- Guided tour of the Lutyens wing led by a Senior Guide, 11:00am to 12:00pm
- Route includes the Yeoman's Hall, brought from Benenden in 1910
- Tea or coffee in the Kitchen, with garden admission included, maximum 10 per tour
Getting there
Great Dixter House and Gardens, TN31 6PH
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