点评:Visited as part of my birthday weekend in Kent. Have always been fascinated by Anne Boleyn and visiting her “ childhood “ home has been something I’ve wanted to do for many years.
We arrived early ( recommended ) and the doors opened at 10.30am. After a short walk from the car park, you see the Castle & surrounding grounds and it truly is breathtaking. For anyone interested in History ( & in particular Anne Boleyn ) this is a must visit place. The film “ Anne of the Thousand Days “ was filmed in part here and it was wonderful catching sight of the various locations used. The lower floor of the house is primarily dedicated to the story of the Astor Family, whereas upstairs it centres on The Boleyn’s. I have a mobility issue in my legs but I managed the stairs with the aid of a rope banister. Upstairs features lots about Anne, including a glimpse at her original Book of Hours, her final letter to Henry VIII ( a copy ) and other original pieces that create such joy in those who love history & this fascinating lady.
Outside, the Gardens are VAST. And beautifully kept. The huge lake at the top of the gardens was absolutely stunning.
I cannot recommend this place enough. The staff are all lovely and informative, the gift shop fabulous & full of wonderful & unique Anne Boleyn related gifts ( my credit card needs therapy ) and in all, we spent 5 hours in one of the most beautiful, and well maintained historical places my partner and I have ever visited. A perfect day out.
翻译:我在肯特郡度过了一个生日周末,所以来参观了这里。我一直对安妮·博林很着迷,多年来一直想参观她的“童年”故居。我们很早就到了(这是推荐的),10:30 就开门了。从停车场步行一小段路,就可以看到城堡和周围的景色,真是令人叹为观止。对于任何对历史(尤其是安妮·博林)感兴趣的人来说,这里都是必游之地。电影《千日安妮》的部分场景就在这里拍摄,能看到这里的各个场景真是太棒了。房子的下层主要讲述阿斯特家族的故事,而楼上则围绕着博林家族的故事。我的腿行动不便,但借助绳索栏杆,我还是爬上了楼梯。楼上有很多关于安妮的展品,包括她原版的《时祷书》、她写给亨利八世的最后一封信(副本)以及其他原创展品,这些展品让热爱历史和这位迷人女士的人们欣喜不已。
外面的花园非常广阔,维护得也非常好。花园顶端的巨大湖泊美得令人窒息。
我强烈推荐这个地方。工作人员都很友好,知识渊博,礼品店也很棒,里面摆满了精美独特的安妮·博林相关礼品(我的信用卡需要好好刷刷了)。总而言之,我们和伴侣在这座我和伴侣参观过的最美丽、维护得最好的历史遗迹之一里度过了5个小时。完美的一天。