Levens Hall
Levens Hall is a historic family home south of Kendal with the world's oldest topiary gardens, Levens Kitchen and seasonal events.
About Levens Hall
Levens Hall is a privately owned historic house and garden around five miles south of Kendal. The house developed from a medieval pele tower and sits at the heart of a large working estate.
The gardens are internationally known for their historic topiary, described by Levens Hall as the world's oldest.
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2026 autumn extension
For the first time, Levens Hall is open throughout October and into November, with the final normal house-and-garden day on Sunday 8 November. Gardens normally open 10am-5pm, last entry 4pm; the house normally opens 11am-3.30pm, last entry 3pm.
Reduced autumn access and prices
After Sunday 4 October, some garden areas close to protect grass paths and delicate borders. Full access to the Topiary Garden remains. From 5 October to 8 November, house and gardens cost £15 adult, £5 child and £35.50 family; gardens only £9 adult, £3 child and £21.50 family.
House tours
On weekdays in the earlier part of October, house access changes to guided tours at 11am, noon, 1.30pm and 2.30pm, bookable on arrival at no extra charge. At weekends, and every day from 24 October, normal house opening resumes.
Levens Kitchen
Levens Kitchen is open daily with drinks and cakes from 9.30am and food from 10am; last food orders 4pm. Kitchen and shop opening continues beyond the main visitor season.
Our local note
One of south Cumbria's best historic-garden visits. The 2026 autumn extension makes it especially useful for October and half-term trips.
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