Smallhythe Place Houses
The half-timbered house, built in the early 16th century when Smallhythe was a thriving shipbuilding yard, was the home of the Victorian actress Ellen Terry from 1899 to 1928 and contains her fascinating theatre collection. The cottage grounds include her rose garden, orchard, nuttery, a wonderful display of wild flowers and the Barn Theatre, which holds exhibitions and regular performances of plays, music and talks.
In 1514 most, if not all, of the Smallhythe buildings were destroyed by fire. It is likely that the building of Smallhythe Place took place soon after this disaster and served as the Port House to the busy local shipyard.
Smallhythe Place is a timber framed house of a continuous jetty style built with two-storey accommodation using green oak cut from the local forest. The roof, which was always tiled, is of crown post construction.
Edith Craig gave Smallhythe Place to the National Trust in 1939.
Attraction Details
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Address, Smallhythe, Kent, TN30 7NG
Opening times11am - 5pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
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The William Caxton
In the pretty Kentish town of Tenterden, The William Caxton is a family-run inn offering stylish en suite rooms and a full cooked breakfast. Around 12 miles from Ashford and Staplehurst, this pub has a secluded garden and offers free Wi-Fi..
The White Lion
Situated in Tenterden, The White Lion offers a traditional pub and restaurant, along with free Wi-Fi throughout and free private parking. The town is on the edge of Weald, overlooking the valley of the Rother River..
The Annex
The Annex is a self-contained studio flat in Tenterden. It features a private entrance and WiFi throughout the property. You will find a kettle in the room.
Stable Cottage
Stable Cottage is a holiday home situated in Tenterden in the Kent Region and is 42 km from Canterbury. It provides free private parking. Eastbourne is 38 km from Stable Cottage, while Hastings is 18 km away.
Waters Edge
Located in Tenterden in the Kent Region, this holiday home is 42 km from Canterbury. You can fire up the barbecue for a tasty meal and enjoy the garden in fair weather. Eastbourne is 38 km from Waters Edge, while Hastings is 20 km from the property.
The Bull Inn Lodges
In the pretty mid-Kent village of Rolvenden, The Bull Inn Lodges provide stylish accommodation for up to 4 guests..
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