First, The Directions!
We are parking within the grounds so please follow these directions, not the official signing for Lullingstone Castle as this will take you to external car park.
From Junction 3 of M25 follow signs for Brands Hatch on to A20. Take Eynsford turning and follow brown tourist signs for Lullingstone Roman Villa, turning right in the village and take bridge over River Darent ( or through the ford if you are brave). Keep following signs until you reach the Roman Villa. Go straight on at the museum ( do not take left fork) on to Private Road signed for Lullingstone Castle. Turn in at Gatehouse.
Second, Other Info!
Arrival no earlier then 11am, but 12pm is preferred.I am hoping to get there by 11.30 at the latest to guide you in. We will by parking along the hedge to the left of the gatehouse and to the right of the church. Please turn on to the grass by the gatehouse to protect the verges. There is a church service between 11 and 12, so keeping things quiet would be appreciated.
There is a small marquee providing teas and light refreshments, picnics are welcome.
For those of us escorting the younger enthusiasts please be aware that there is a lake in front of the castle and no barriers, so vigilance is required.
For those of us escorting the older enthusiasts please be aware that there is a lake in front of the castle and no barriers, so vigilance is required.
I visited this morning in the sunshine and it a very beautiful place, so fingers crossed.
See you in a couple of weeks!
Becky