Penshurst: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Penshurst is a historic village located in the county of Kent, England. The village is primarily known for Penshurst Place, a remarkable medieval manor house that dates back to the 14th century and has been the ancestral home of the Sidney family since 1552.

The village maintains its traditional English character with historic buildings, including St. John the Baptist Church, which features architecture from various periods including Norman, medieval, and Victorian times. The surrounding countryside is characterized by the typical Kentish Weald landscape, with rolling hills, woodlands, and agricultural land.

The area has a rich cultural heritage, not only through its historic architecture but also through its literary connections - the Elizabethan poet and courtier Sir Philip Sidney was born at Penshurst Place. The village continues to be a center for local crafts and traditional rural activities, while serving as an important reference point for understanding medieval English architecture and garden design.