National Trust - Greenway - English Riviera

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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 managed 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 wildness and 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.

It is possible to travel to Greenway by boat (Greenway Ferry) and by steam train (Dartmouth Steam Train to Greenway Halt (involves a 30 - 40 minute walk to the house). Tickets for the steam train are available to purchase from the English Riviera Visitor Information Office in Torquay.

Parking MUST be pre-booked, but this can be done easily by visiting: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway, or calling 01803 842382.

Greenway is open daily, 10.30am-5pm, from 13 Feb until 30 October, and then 11am-4pm November and December weekends. They are also open 11am-4pm from 27-31 December.

Dogs: Welcome in the gardens and grounds but are not allowed into the house.

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Non Member	£12.80 per person per day

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

2020 Openings (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020)
Day	Times

* .Greenway is open daily, 10.30am-5pm, from 13 Feb until 30 October, and then 11am-4pm November and December weekends. They are also open 11am-4pm from 27-31 December. Parking charge of £3 per session for non NT members.

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Events

4th May 2020 - 10th May 2020

Greenway Literary Festival - Greenway HouseGreenway Literary Festival is back for it's second year with more inspiring writers, talks and events. Booking not needed Free event 10:30 - 17:00 Keep an eye on here for further details. The full programme will be available in January 2020.: more info

4th May 2020 - 10th May 2020

National Walking Month: a week of walksTo celebrate National Walking Month there’ll be a week of walks in the English Riviera at Bradley Manor, Coleton Fishacre, Compton Castle and Greenway. Booking not needed Free event (admission applies) 10:30 - 17:00 From countryside rambles to garden tours, wellbeing focused or specialist…: more info

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Recent Reviews:

DE985
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Agatha Christie summer home
3rd Jan 2020
As a fan of Poirot it was a must to visit Agatha Christie home. I can see why she looked it there. The boat house , saving the mural from the soldiers , here fur coat on show. I loved it . Great... Read full review
Alexandra H
London, United Kingdom
Full of Agatha’s Knick knacks
4th Jan 2020
So worth a visit to this amazing house by the Dart. Climb to the top of the garden for the best view down towards Dartmouth. The house is full of interesting objects and the garden is a tropical... Read full review
Anthony N
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Xmas vistt
6th Jan 2020
Dec 30th 2019 As national trust members visiting devon Greenway is a must, great staff very knowledgeable about Agatha Christie, the gardens are still fantastic and there is plenty to see, the views... Read full review

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Directions

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Road Directions

A3022 signposted Brixham. Turn right into Greenway road. Follow the road for 2 miles. If you are driving then you will need to pre-book your car parking space. Limited spaces available. To book a space, go online to www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway or contact 01803 842382.

Public Transport Directions

It is possible to travel to Greenway by ferry (Greenway Ferry) and by steam train (Dartmouth Steam Train to Greenway Halt (involves a 30 - 40 minute walk to the house)). Tickets for the steam train are available to purchase from the English Riviera Visitor Information Office in Torquay.