Welcome to Belmont
The focus of Belmont is the elegant 18th century house (designed by Samuel Wyatt) commanding stunning views over the surrounding Estate and the rolling Kentish North Downs. Steeped in history, this unique house contains mementos of the family's history and travels. The grounds of the estate amount to more than 3,000 acres which contain the house, gardens, cricket pitch, orchards, and surrounding farmland and woodland.
Within the house itself lies three exciting collections: the armoury, collected by five generations of the Harris family (Lords of the estate for 200 years); the Cazabon collection, the finest collection of Cazabon paintings in Britain; and the Clock Museum, an extraordinary horological collection created by the 5th Lord Harris.
The house was built in 1769 by Edward Wilks, store-keeper at the nearby Faversham Powder Mill. Extensive views and its elevated position gave Belmont its name.

“Belmont house is one of Kent’s
“hidden gems”
and is a must!”
The Gardens
The present layout of the grounds dates from the 1790s, though the planting has been altered over the past two centuries. The gardens consist of a walled garden, pinetum, wooded areas, formal lawns and a large kitchen garden. You can find out more about the history and design of the gardens on our regular Meet the Head Gardener tours.
“A great house and gardens to
visit anytime
of the year”
The Tea Room
Located in the Courtyard beneath the Clock Tower, the Tea room is open offering with a takeaway service only including tea, coffee, cold drinks, cakes, crisps and ice cream.
The tea room is currently closed for our winter season, this includes the self-serve and takeaway service.

Latest News
You’ll find the latest news and events happening at Belmont House here.
Christmas Firewood Deliveries 2020
Our Christmas firewood deliveries slots are now fully booked for 2020. Normal service will resume on Monday 4th January 2021. We would like to wish all our customers as very Merry Christmas and a Happy…
Wildlife
Helping wildlife over the Winter Most garden wildlife hibernates over winter, as food is in short supply and freezing temperatures make life difficult. There’s plenty we can do to help wildlife survive. A small pile of leaves…
Firewood Delivery Update
Firewood Deliveries Due to high demand, our current delivery lead time is approximately 10 days (Updated 30th November 2020). Christmas Orders The last day to place an order for firewood before Christmas will be Monday…
Visiting Guidelines
The Trustees sole priority is to ensure that Belmont is a safe environment for your enjoyment. The tack room is currently closed to ensure your safety. Our tearoom is now closed for the winter season, this…
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welcoming and friendly,
I will most certainly visit again soon”