Greenway

Agatha Christie called Greenway 'the loveliest place in the world' and treasured it as a holiday home for her and her family. The relaxed and atmospheric house is set in the 1950s, when Agatha and her family would spend summers and Christmases here with friends, relaxing, playing games, and reading her latest mystery to their guests. The family were great collectors, and the house is filled with archaeology, Tunbridgeware, silver, botanical china and books.

From walled gardens to riverside woodland, there are hidden gems to discover, views to admire and deckchairs to relax in. The large and romantic woodland drifts down the hillside towards the sparkling Dart River. The walled gardens are home to the restored peach house and vinery, as well as an allotment cared for by local school children. A visit to Greenway isn't complete without seeing the Boathouse, scene of the crime in Dead Man’s Folly.

Why not make a day of it and travel by river with the Greenway Ferry Company, from Dartmouth and Dittisham. If travelling by car, your parking space needs to be booked in advance through the website.

Greenway is open daily from 10.30am-5pm, with last entry to the house at 4.30pm. Parking charges applicable.

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:

Location & directions

Greenway, Greenway Road, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0ES

Directions:

From Torquay and Paignton follow signs to Brixham, until you reach the village of Churston. Follow brown tourist signs (directing you to Greenway), through the village of Galmpton. Follow Manor Vale Road and continue on to Greenway Road. Follow Greenway Road past the school and out of the village; continue on for approximately two miles until you reach Greenway. Please respect the speed limits in the village and drive with care.

Contact on day:

Carol Caine

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

If you're planning on coming by car, you will need to book your parking space ahead of your visit via the Greenway website. We recommend making a day of it and travelling to Greenway by river. It's the most scenic way to arrive, and follows in Agatha's footsteps as she too first saw Greenway from the water. The Greenway Ferry company run services throughout the main season, and tickets are available to book online as well as on the day.

Booking contact name:

National Trust

Booking telephone number:

+443442491895

Booking website:

https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/event-tickets/33310?branches.branchID=2344&catID=32964

Accessibility details

For full access details, please visit https://www.accessable.co.uk/national-trust/greenway-national-trust

Additional information

Make your way to Visitor Reception on arrival where the team will greet you with a welcome map. Explore the garden or discover the house on a self-guided tour.

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