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A 15th-century half-timbered yeoman's house, featuring a great hall and surrounded by glorious garden, orchard and meadows.

A perfect example of a Wealden Hall-House, it is full of beautiful collections of furniture, wood and metal work. With wonderful woodland walks over the Otham Valley that can begin from here.

28/08/2026

🏡 Planning a visit to Stoneacre this September?

Make the most of our final open weekends before we close for the season.

We're open:

- Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September
- Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September
- Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September

Open 11am to 4pm, with last entry at 3.30pm.

Please note that we are card payment only at Visitor Reception.

Following these dates, Stoneacre will close for the colder months and there will be no access to the entire site.

Hopefully see you soon 😊

© National Trust Images/James Dobson

16/08/2026

🏡🔎 Did you know that archaeological discoveries at Stoneacre suggest there may have been activity on the site for over 1,000 years?

Our display case brings together finds uncovered through fieldwork and metal detecting between 2018 and 2025, revealing traces of life here from the early medieval period right through to the 20th century.

🏺 From oyster shells, animal bones and pottery fragments to a mid to late Saxon hairpin and a medieval alloy buckle, these objects help tell the story of the people who lived, worked and passed through Stoneacre over the centuries.

You can also discover Stoneacre's fascinating historic graffiti, including inscribed names, ritual protection marks and centuries-old inscriptions on the Great Hall fireplace.

For more information see our new article: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/stoneacre/archaeology-at-stoneacre

To plan your next visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/stoneacre

© National Trust Images / National Trust Archaeology

06/08/2026

📢 Important Notice

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Stoneacre will be closed on Saturday 22 August. Please note that there will be no access to the entire site on this day.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope to welcome you back on another date this month.

Our remaining August opening dates are:

- Saturday 8 August & Sunday 9 August
- Saturday 15 August & Sunday 16 August
- Sunday 23 August
- Saturday 29 August & Sunday 30 August

Thank you for your understanding.

29/07/2026

Planning on visiting us in August? We're open every weekend this month 🙌

Here's a list of our open days 👇

- Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August
- Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August
- Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August
- Sunday 23 August
- Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August

We're open 11am - 4pm, last entry is 3:30pm.

Please note that we accept card only at Visitor Reception.
See you soon 😊

© National Trust Images/James Dobson

06/07/2026

Did you know it's National Picnic Month? 🧺☀️

A whole month dedicated to celebrating the simple joy of sharing food with friends and family in the great outdoors.

To mark the occasion, we think it's only right that you pack up some picky bits, grab a blanket and spend a sunny afternoon this July at Stoneacre. 🥪🌳

Our open days this month are👇
- Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 July
- Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July
- Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 July

Where's your favourite spot to enjoy a picnic at Stoneacre? Let us know in the comments ⬇️

© National Trust Images/Caroline Penn

29/06/2026

Planning a visit in July? Here's a list of our open days this month👇

- Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July
- Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July
- Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July

We're open 11am - 4pm, last entry is 3:30pm.

Please note that we accept card only at Visitor Reception.
See you soon 😊

© National Trust Images/James Dobson

26/06/2026

We have a great new article to share with you this morning - all about archaeology at Stoneacre NT, near Maidstone in Kent. Some wonderful finds have been discovered at this site during metal detecting surveys and watching briefs, and we have recently been able to commission a graffiti survey of the building by MJC-Associates, with grateful thanks to the Kent Archaeological Society and the William and Edith Oldham Charitable Trust for funding:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/stoneacre/archaeology-at-stoneacre

21/06/2026

Happy Summer Solstice from Stoneacre! ☀️

Today marks the longest day of the year and the official start of summer. The perfect time to slow down, step outside, and soak up the beauty of the season.

While we’re closed today, we can’t wait to welcome you back next weekend. In the meantime, we hope you find a moment to enjoy the sunshine and connect with nature.

Join us next weekend:

📅 Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June
🕰️ 11am – 4pm

We look forward to seeing you soon!

©National Trust Images/James Dobson

10/06/2026

📣We're taking part in Maidstone's Big Day Out at Stoneacre, celebrating the natural beauty of Maidstone Borough

Here's everything you could get involved with during your visit on Saturday 13 June:

🌸Join a free tour of our beautiful, tiered garden at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm

🌸Get creative in the Library with activities inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement

🌸Design a playing card and add to our community artwork project which will be displayed at Stoneacre for the rest of the year

We're open 11am - 4pm, last entry at 3:30pm.

Standard admission applies.

Maidstone's Big Day Out Maidstone Borough Council

07/06/2026

What our visitors are saying about our wonderful volunteers.

Through their knowledge, care and generosity, our volunteers make every visit at Stoneacre so special.

💬 “We found a hidden gem and the experience was made all the better by the friendly volunteers.”
💬 “It is a very lovely place with an amazing team of volunteers. We really enjoyed our visit!”
💬 “This beautiful property was made even more interesting by the knowledge of all the wonderful volunteers. So much detail and history, you could really envisage the past.”
💬 “Stoneacre house and garden are so peaceful and all the volunteers were very helpful and knowledgeable.”

We’re incredibly grateful for everything our volunteers give, and for everyone who’s taken the time to share their experience.

© National Trust Images / Roy Golding

Address

Otham
Maidstone
ME158RS

Telephone

+441622862982

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/stoneacre

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