National Trust - Greenway - Brixham

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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 three of her novels here, all of which feature on the Agatha Christie Literary Trail: Five Little Pigs, Dead Man’s Folly and Ordeal by Innocence. In Dead Man's Folly it appears as Nasse House, and the boat house was the scene of a murder. In Ordeal By Innocence, the house appears as Sunny Point House, and the Greenway Quay bell is used to summon the ferry to Drymouth (Dartmouth). Even the Baghdad Chest in the hallway of the house makes an appearance in The Body in the Library.

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

2019 Openings (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019)
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.

From £12.80

Events

16th Feb 2019 - 24th Feb 2019

Enchanted plants story trail - Greenway HouseDiscover enchanted flowers and monster plants, in the imaginary world of Greenway's Enchanted Wood this half term. Booking not needed Free event (admission applies) 10:30 - 16:30 The Enchanted Wood at Greenway is opening up again this half term, inviting families to enter an imaginary and magic...: more info

6th Mar 2019 - 6th Mar 2019

3rd Apr 2019 - 3rd Apr 2019

1st May 2019 - 1st May 2019

Greenway garden blitz - Greenway HouseOn the first Wednesday of each month the garden team blitz an overgrown or neglected area of garden - can you help? The work involves cutting down or digging out weeds, brambles, overgrown shrubs and moving debris to the shredder or bonfire. Booking essential Free event 09:30 - 16:00 No...: more info

23rd Mar 2019 - 31st Mar 2019

Greenway Camellia Festival - Greenway HouseWhy not join us in celebration of Greenway's success at being accredited as an International Camellia Garden of Excellence. A daily programme of displays, walks, talks and all things camellia will take place. Booking not needed Free event (admission applies) 10:30 - 17:00 Floral displays within...: more info

31st Mar 2019 - 31st Mar 2019

Mother's Day Paper Flower Workshop and Tea - Greenway HouseFor grown-up kids and their Mum's, a chance to make a paper flower posy together and to enjoy a pot of tea and a camellia cupcake as you learn how. Booking essential 14:00 - 16:30 Our workshop leader will show you how to make camellia's and other flowers from paper. You will create a posy...: more info

2nd Apr 2019 - 22nd Apr 2019

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt - Greenway HouseThe Easter bunny has been running around the garden hiding his eggs, dropping special words about nature as he goes. Can you find them all and work out what they mean? Booking not needed Admission applies Greenway Devon Tue 02 Apr 2019 + 20 other dates 10:30 -...: more info

25th May 2019 - 9th June 2019

Greenway Literary Festival - Greenway HouseWhy not get inspired at the very first Greenway Literary Festival in celebration of the ten year anniversary of Greenway House being opened to the public for the first time. Part of the #LoveGreenway year of celebrations. Booking not needed Free event (admission applies) 10:30 - 17:00 We can't...: more info

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Recent Reviews:

25fussy
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Love it!
12th Dec 2018
Beautiful house garden shop and cafe feel of house is a art deco it is beautifully presented . On hilly site but paths well planned. Read full review
Nonsuch-Delight
London, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Christmas came to Devon
29th Dec 2018
We visited Greenway, at the end of a happy, muddy family walk. The staff could not have been more helpful and relaxed. They gave us plastic covers for our boots, showed us where to leave our dog... Read full review
Anthony N
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Family Xmas visit
9th Jan 2019
Two days after Xmas day family visit to the home of Agatha Christie ,we have been before but everytime we visit there something different, we also had a cream tea which was delicious. A must place... 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.