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Bexley Museum at Hall Place

Hall Place, Bourne Road, Bexley, DA5 1PQ, Kent, England

A fine Grade 1 Listed country house built in 1540 for Sir John Champneis, a Lord Mayor of London, and extended in the 17th century. The house is set in beautiful formal gardens on the banks of the River Cray. Now owned by Bexley Council, some of its rooms are open to the public. A magnificent Great Hall contains an 18th century chamber organ built by George England. Hall Place houses Bexley Museum and galleries that offer a changing programme of exhibitions throughout the year. The house is also the venue for concerts, lectures and private functions.

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Tel : 01322 526574
Fax : 01322 522921
E-mail : touristinformation@hallplaceandgardens.com

URL : www.bexley.gov.uk/visiting/vi
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Mon-Sat 1000-1700 Sun 1400-1800

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Wheelchair access to some public areas

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