About

Agatha Christie described Greenway as “the loveliest place in the world”. It was here that she had her holiday home, on the banks of the River Dart. With a long history dating back to the 1490s, the house still retains features added by all generations of occupying families. Now cared for by the National Trust, the property offers visitors an extraordinary glimpse into the private life of the Queen of Crime and her family.

Greenway is a magical place to explore, with its rich historical interior and the romantic mystery of its garden. Agatha Christie set two of her novels here, both of which feature on the Agatha Christie Literary Trail: Five Little Pigs and Dead Man’s Folly. In Dead Man's Folly it appears as Nasse House, and the boat house was the scene of a murder.

With a shop stocked full of Christie books and memorabilia, to a second-hand bookshop in the old stables, it’s a reader’s paradise. There’s also the Barn Café, serving hot drinks and light lunches, or the Tack Room which opens seasonally, inspired by ice cream parlours of the 1950s, it serves cold drinks and ice creams.

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From guided garden walks to pop up talks, Easter egg hunts and family focused fun, there’s something for everyone at Greenway. You can see all the events on the website.

If you would like to arrive by car, your parking space needs to be booked in advance via the National Trust website or by calling 0344 249 1895.  Booking slots open two weeks in advance, and you can book up to 8am on the day of your visit.  Please note we are unable to take on the day bookings by phone.

If you do not have a pre-booked parking space, we cannot guarantee availability in the car park, so you may be turned away.  There is a courtesy buggy service from the car park to the entrance of Greenway for visitors with walking difficulties.

Alternatively, why not travel by boat from Dartmouth to Greenway Quay?

Running between March and October, the Greenway Ferry Company's service along the River Dart departs hourly from Dartmouth harbour and is the perfect way to find out more about the area whilst you travel to Greenway.

From the village of Dittisham you can travel to Greenway in their open wooden passenger ferry that takes up to 12 people.  Just ring the bell on the quay to let the ferry know you're there waiting.  Visit the Greenway Ferry Company website for more information.

Once you arrive at Greenway Quay, there is an uphill walk through the woodland on gravel paths to reach Greenway, with plenty of benches to pause for a rest and admire the views.  This walk is not recommended for those with limited mobility.

Dogs: Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in the garden, café and shop. Assistance dogs welcome in the house.