Rickards Hall + Eden Valley Museum, 72 High street, Edenbridge, Kent

Details

Accessibility

Rickards Hall:  "The entrance is suitable for people using wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Situated just off the High Street, it's easily reachable by foot, car, or public transport. Several car parks are available in close proximity, some with disabled spaces. Accessible toilets facilities are available on-site."

https://evmt.org.uk/accessibility/  Eden Valley Museum:

"We are sorry that there is no wheelchair access to the upper floor due to listed building restrictions. However, folder versions of current and past exhibitions are available to view on the ground floor. Temporary displays are also located on the ground floor. https://evmt.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Access-Policy-2024-signed.pdf Facilities for disabled people:

Modern disabled toilet with alarm

Ramp

Nearby, free parking

It is possible to drop visitors off outside the Museum

There is no wheelchair access to the upper floor due to listed building restrictions;  however, folder versions of current and past exhibitions are available to view on the ground floor "

Brief description

“Rickards Hall is a community venue located just off Edenbridge High Street, nestled in a charming heritage courtyard behind the Edenbridge Museum. Managed by Edenbridge Town Council, it serves as a versatile space for various events and activities. Hire Rates: Starting from £22.18 per hour (£11.28 for youth activities)”

+ Eden Valley Museum: https://evmt.org.uk/ + https://evmt.org.uk/collections/ + https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eden_Valley_Museum

"Eden Valley Museum is a Volunteer based organisation committed to preservation and education of the social history of the Eden Valley. "

Address

Rickards Hall

72a High Street

Edenbridge, TN8 5AR

Kent

Email

information@edenbridgetowncouncil.gov.uk 

+ Eden Valley Museum: curator@evmt.org.uk

Phone

01732 865368

+ Eden Valley Museum: 01732 868102

Website

https://www.edenbridgetowncouncil.gov.uk/mc-locations/rickards-hall-35/   

+ Eden Valley Museum https://evmt.org.uk/

Directions

"The Eden Valley Museum is next to Ye Old Crown Inn in the High Street, Edenbridge, Kent.

There is a sign for Ye Old Crown overhanging the High Street. The main museum entrance is on the High Street and there is also disabled access at the rear of the building (follow blue signs from the gate). Edenbridge High Street is on the B2026, 20 minutes from Junction 6 of the M25.

Free parking is available in two nearby locations:

In the Market Yard (except for Thursday mornings – Market Day) and in Church Street, in front of the Parish Church. Both are a few minutes walk away.

There are other car parks which are subject to certain restrictions."

Opening Times 

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Eden Valley Museum 2025: "Wednesday 2pm – 4.30pm, Thursday 10am – 4.30pm, Friday 2pm – 4.30pm, Saturday 10am – 4.30pm

Closed during January and on Good Friday. Last entry to the museum 4pm. Entry to the Museum is FREE during normal opening hours "

Transport

"The nearest railway station is Edenbridge Town (approx. 10 minutes walk) on the Oxted to Uckfield line. From the station exit, follow the road until the junction at the end then turn left onto the High Street.

The other railway station is Edenbridge (approx. 25 minutes walk) on the Redhill to Tonbridge line. From the station exits, turn right downhill onto the main road. Pass the Jaques factory on your left and continue under the second railway bridge.

Pass the Leisure Centre and park on your right. Continue onwards and cross the road at the traffic lights which leads into the High Street.

For National Rail Enquiries, telephone 03457 48 49 50 or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk 

By bus:

For details, telephone Arriva on 0871 200 22 33 or visit https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/

For details, telephone Southdown on 01342 719619 or visit https://www.southdownpsv.co.uk/ "

Amenities

kitchen amenities (dishwasher, cooker), crockery, cutlery, and a presentation screen available for hire.

+ Eden Valley Museum, 72 High Street, Edenbridge TN8 5AR https://evmt.org.uk/

• Baby changing
• Clean, modern toilets
• Child-friendly displays
• Refreshments/meals are available at several venues on or near the High Street
• There are also a number of convenience stores/supermarkets on or just off the High Street
• Souvenir shop offering Eden Valley themed gifts, including tea towels, notelets and bookmarks plus a variety of colour postcards recording views of the area and a range of interesting local history books for those who want to delve further into the area’s fascinating past