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Strawberry Hill House & Garden
Museum Gallery
4.6 (574 reviews)
Restored Gothic castle, once home to Horace Walpole, with a landscaped garden, tours & a cafe.
268 Waldegrave Rd, Twickenham TW1 4ST, UK
+44 20 8744 1241
Highlights from Reviews
• knowledgeable staff
Volunteers and staff are consistently praised for their friendliness, enthusiasm, and deep knowledge of the house and its history.
• unique Gothic architecture
The house's eccentric, stunning, and quirky Gothic Revival design is a major highlight, offering a visual delight in every room.
• rich history
The house is steeped in fascinating history, particularly its connection to Horace Walpole and the birth of the Gothic novel.
• excellent cafe
The on-site cafe receives numerous mentions for its delicious food, cakes, coffee, and pleasant atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating.
• charming atmosphere
Visitors frequently describe the house as having a magical, unique, and charming ambiance that transports them to another era.
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