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Charleston

Type:Historic House / Palace

Firle, Near Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6LL

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About

Charleston was the modernist home and studio of the painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant and a gathering point for some of the 20th century’s most radical artists, writers and thinkers known collectively as the Bloomsbury group. It is where they came together to imagine society differently. It has always been a place where art and experimental thinking are at the centre of everyday life.

Today, Charleston presents a dynamic year-round programme of exhibitions, events and festivals.

Please visit the website for full information about accessibility:
https://www.charleston.org.uk/access-facilities/

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Guide Prices

Prices are shown with / without 10% Gift Aid donation.
House
· Adult £18.50 / £16.50
· Friend of Charleston FREE
· Under 18 FREE (up to 4 children when purchased alongside standard adult ticket)
· Companion FREE
· National Art Pass £14 / £12.50
· A discount applies to concession tickets*

Exhibitions
You get access to both of our current exhibitions when you buy a gallery ticket.
· Adult £9.90 / £9
· Friend of Charleston FREE
· Under 18 FREE
· Carer FREE
· National Art Pass £4.95 / £4.50
· A discount applies to concession tickets*
· A 15% discount applies for over 65s

Visit the website for more information

Facilities

Accessibility

Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access - To shop, toilet & ground floor of house and cafe.
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

Cafe
On-Site cafe/restaurant
Picnic area
Picnic Site

Children & Infants

Baby changing
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available

Establishment Features

Event Venue
Garden / Grounds for visitors use
Gift shop
Groups by arrangement - Contact groups@charleston.org.uk
Guided tours
LGBT Friendly
Licensed for alcohol
Open on bank holidays
Prior Booking Recommended
Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
Toilets

Parking & Transport

Off-road parking
On Site Car Parking
On site parking

Payment Methods

Groups Accepted - Contact groups@charleston.org.uk
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard
MasterCard accepted
Max group size - 50
Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Special group rates
Visa
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

Countryside Setting
Indoor Attraction - House tours.
No Smoking Attraction

Tours and Demonstrations

Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups

Opening Times

2025 (1 Mar 2025 - 28 Oct 2025)

* Opening times for the House, Galleries, garden, shop & Cafe:
Wednesdays – Saturdays (and Bank Holiday Mondays): 10am-5pm (last admission 4pm, from 3 Oct last admission is 3:40pm)
Monday & Tuesday: closed

Access Information

PARKING

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

Parking provided for visitors

parking on site

with designated parking for visitors with disabilities

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

with a ramp

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

There is a ramp to the main entrance

Handrail by the ramp

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

Information available in alternative formats:

Large print (at least 14 point)

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

gift shop

public toilet

public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

ticket issuing point

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

cafeteria

GENERAL

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

some routes

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

Wheelchairs provided

Where appropriate there is a hearing loop system [e.g. ticket counter/ gift shop]

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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Charleston Lewes, Brighton and HoveThis brand new space, close to Lewes station features a shop, café and a free programme of community projects, artist-led workshops, gallery activities and learning programme.