Name: Bateman's
Rating: 5.0

Bateman's

Bateman's Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19 7DS, UK

1-99 Years

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Bateman's 'That's She! The Only She! Make an honest woman of her - quick!' was how Rudyard Kipling and his wife, Carrie, felt the first time they saw Bateman's. Surrounded by the wooded landscape of the Sussex Weald, this 17th-century house, with its mullioned windows and oak beams, provided a much needed sanctuary to this world-famous writer and inspired his work.

The rooms, described by him as 'untouched and unfaked', remain much as he left them, with oak furniture, Persian rugs and artefacts reflecting his strong association with India. Kipling wrote Puck of Pook’s Hill and Rewards and Fairies at Bateman's, which includes the poem ‘If’. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1907.

Prices starts from £18.70 for adults, £9.40 for Child and £28.10 for Family. If you are looking for Best place to visit with family and kids then you should visit this place once for day out with kids and families.

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Features

House: A 17th-century house, set in the landscape of the Sussex Weald; home of Rudyard Kipling.
Park Mill: An 18th-century working watermill which was much loved by Rudyard Kipling and featured in his stories written at Bateman’s.
Garden: The garden that made Rudyard Kipling feel like an English country gentleman, with spring blossom, summer roses, autumn apples and winter trees.
Estate: 300 acres of High Weald countryside with small fields, hedgerows, ancient trees, hidden ponds and magnificent views across the Dudwell Valley.
Natural play area: Play area with swings, see-saw, climbing frames and space to build a den or enjoy a picnic. Carved oak tree centrepiece featuring images of Sussex wildlife.
Family-friendly things to do at Bateman's: Planning a day out with family? Discover plenty of things to see and do at Bateman's! With its enchanting garden and natural play area, it's the perfect place for curious minds. Plus, there are lots of events to get involved with. Look forward to family activity trails, storytelling, crafts and more!
Visiting the house at Bateman's: Bateman's is a Jacobean house, the date of 1634 is marked around the door. Set in the beautiful landscape of the Sussex Weald, Rudyard Kipling and his wife Caroline bought it in 1902 after falling in love with it. They lived here until their deaths in 1936 and 1939. Discover the rooms of the house just as the Kipling family left them.
Kipling Collection Exhibition Room at Bateman's: The Kipling Collection Exhibition Room has been enhanced to highlight the life, work, travels, and legacy of Nobel Prize-winning author Rudyard Kipling, one of history's most influential and debated literary figures. In 1939, Kipling's wife, Caroline, entrusted the Bateman’s estate to the National Trust, with the support of their only surviving child, Elsie. Elsie generously donated many unique items related to her father, some of which are now featured in the exhibition. This article gives more information on some of the objects now on display at Bateman's.
Christmas at Bateman's: This festive season, the jungle comes alive once more at Bateman’s with a bigger, bolder, and even more enchanting Jungle Book Christmas.
Visiting the garden at Bateman's: Bateman's sits nestled in the High Weald countryside, surrounded by fields and woodland. The 12-acre garden that made Rudyard Kipling feel like an English country gentleman includes a river, wildflower meadow, watermill, orchard, lily pond and formal rose garden. With colour and interest found throughout the year, there is always something to see as you discover the delights of the garden at Bateman’s.
Exploring the estate at Bateman's: The estate surrounding Bateman’s is made up of 300 acres of High Weald countryside, set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Medieval in character with a mixture of small fields, hedgerows, ponds, woodlands and streams, the estate has the same secluded feel it had when Rudyard Kipling lived here. With the River Dudwell running through the valley, there is much to see – from year-round colour to wildlife and relics of the local iron industry.
Visiting Bateman's with your dog: We love dogs at Bateman’s, just as Rudyard Kipling loved his, and they are more than welcome to visit with you. There's plenty to explore together in the garden and space for them outside the tea-room too.
Shopping: Oast House shop filled with gifts, homeware, toys, plants and local artisan products. Special range of Kipling books. Second-hand bookshop stocked with pre-loved books.

Facilities

Parking: National Trust members free, £4 for cars, £50 for un-booked coaches. Six electric vehicle charging points are available. See ‘Facilities’ for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
Food & Drinks: Tea-room - Tea-room by the Mulberry Garden serves drinks, light lunches and cakes
Toilet: Toilets, accessible toilet and baby-changing facilities next to visitor reception. Additional toilets by the tea-room.
Dogs allowed: Dogs on short leads welcome in the garden and estate. Assistance dogs only in the house, mill, and shop.

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Price Details

Whole property standard (until 1 March):

Adult(18+): £18.70 with Gift Aid & £17.00 without Gift Aid.
Child(5–17): £9.40 with Gift Aid & £8.50 without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free.
Family(2 adults and up to 3 children): £46.80 with Gift Aid & £42.50 without Gift Aid.
Family, one adult: £28.10 with Gift Aid & £22.50 without Gift Aid.

Whole property standard (from 1 March):

Adult(18+): £19.80 with Gift Aid & £18.00 without Gift Aid.
Child(5–17): £9.90 with Gift Aid & £9.00 without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free.
Family(2 adults and up to 3 children): £49.50 with Gift Aid & £45.00 without Gift Aid.
Family, one adult: £29.70 with Gift Aid & £27.00 without Gift Aid.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/batemans#place-prices

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/batemans#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

House: 11:00 - 15:30
Garden: 10:00 - 16:00
Park Mill: 10:00 - 15:45
Second-hand bookshop: 11:00 - 16:00

Time may vary please check here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/batemans#place-opening-times

Address: Bateman's Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19 7DS, UK

Post Code: TN19 7DS

Council: Rother

County: East Sussex

By road: ½ mile south of Burwash. A265 west from Burwash, first turning on left after you leave the village, just before petrol filling station. Please do not use SatNav instructions taking you down School Lane by the war memorial as this road is very narrow.
By train: Nearest mainline station at Etchingham, 3 miles. Connects with public bus service. No taxi rank at station.
By bus: 231 Compass Travel bus service from Heathfield to Etchingham (Mon-Sat). Pre-booking is required. Please check bus timetable before travelling: www.compass-travel.co.uk Please note: the route from the bus stop to Bateman's follows a narrow road without a pavement.
Parking: National Trust members free, £4 for cars, £50 for un-booked coaches. Six electric vehicle charging points are available. See ‘Facilities’ for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.