Perched majestically on land once home to a medieval castle shrouded in mystery, Chilham Castle emerges as a splendid Jacobean mansion, masterfully crafted under the auspices of the distinguished Sir Dudley Digges in 1616. This noble dwelling and its vast estate, once owned by King Henry VIII, have been carefully restored, with awe-inspiring panoramas over 121 ha of secluded parkland. The formal gardens, conceived by Thomas Heron and refined by landscape architect Lancelot 'Capability' Brown, are a tribute to the enduring legacy of horticultural excellence.
Perched majestically on land once home to a medieval castle shrouded in mystery, Chilham Castle emerges as a splendid Jacobean mansion, masterfully crafted under the auspices of the distinguished Sir Dudley Digges in 1616. This noble dwelling and its vast estate, once owned by King Henry VIII, have been carefully restored, with awe-inspiring panoramas over 121 ha of secluded parkland. The formal gardens, conceived by Thomas Heron and refined by landscape architect Lancelot 'Capability' Brown, are a tribute to the enduring legacy of horticultural excellence.