Belmont House and Gardens

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Faversham, England ME13 0HH
The beautiful Georgian house of Belmont, set in formal gardens and parkland, is a completely unspoilt and distinctive example of the work of architect Samuel Wyatt. The house was bought by General George Harris in 1801 with the prize money from his successful military career in India. Later, in 1815, he was created Lord Harris in recognition of his victory over Tipu Sultan at the battle of Seringapatam. Belmont contains fabulous mementoes of the family's history and travels - paintings, furniture, Indian silverware and one of the finest and most extensive collection of clocks in private hands in the country, assembled by the 5th Lord. The Gardens at Belmont are full of interest throughout every season. The Kitchen Garden has beautiful Victorian Greenhouses, along with figs, hops, soft fruits and traditional apple and pear varieties. The Walled Garden contains a pond and is adjacent to the Pinetum complete with grotto. Open Sat for tours at 2.15Pm and 3.15Pm, Sun & BH Mon for tours at 2.15Pm, 3.00Pm and 3.45Pm, tea room open for home-made cakes and cream teas from 1.Oopm at weekends. Wednesday tours are at 11.00Am and 1.00Pm,tearoom open Wednesday for light lunches.

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Fascinating visit
8/28/2024

This was guided tour and the tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgable but put over in very easy s...

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Very pleasant outing to Belmont House & Gardens.
8/5/2024

We spent an extremely pleasant 3 hours wandering around the formal gardens, grounds and exploring th...

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Worth a visit
7/2/2024

Fascinating collection of clocks and a beautiful house. Gardens also worth visiting escpecially the ...

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