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Estates | Kenwood

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Kenwood House is a stunning neoclassical building that keeps one of the most important collections of paintings ever given to the nation.

But take a walk outside the house there are many more treasures to see on the estate including birds and small mammals.

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Our country houses and estates are great places for nature. Find out how you can get really close to some fantastic animals.

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Kenwood - Visitor Guide

Address:Hampstead Lane, London.
Postcode NW3 7JR
Telephone:Tel: 0208 348 1286
e-mailcustomers@english-heritage.org.uk
Map:Multimap of Kenwood House area.
Ordnance Survey:OS ref: TQ266874
Key attraction:House and grounds. Squirrels. Birds.
Essential kit:Water-proof footwear, binoculars
Nature watching:Squirrel watching. Tree walks. Bird watching - Parakeets.
Fungi forays. Small mammals.
Facilities:Brew House Cafe - open all year.
Access:

Disabled access: Disabled parking. Mobility vehicle available for those with difficulty walking from the car park to the house and estate.

 

Disabled access to house - ground floor only.

Getting there:

Bus: Number 210 Finsbury Park - Golders Green. Tube Archway and Golders Green, the 210 bus.

Parking in the West Lodge Car Park (pay and display).

Opening times:Grounds open year round.
Charges:Free. Charge for guided tours of house.
        
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