The Show
Here is a handy schedule* for the performance:
6 PM – Doors open
7.30 PM – Start of Performance – Act 1
8.30 PM – Interval
9.15 PM – Act 2
10.15 PM – End of performance
* Please allow 15 minutes to walk from car park to seating.
**Please note that the timings during the performance are approximate and may be subject to change.
***Age recommendation:
- Recommended for ages 12 and up due to the emotional complexity of the story.
- Parents may bring younger children at their discretion.
- Please note: The show takes place in the evening.
Location
All performances of Anne Boleyn take place at the Hever Castle estate in Kent. The open-air show is held under a covered grandstand with seating for 1,800 spectators and features the use of headphones for a truly unique listening experience.
Hever Castle
Hever Rd, Hever,
Edenbridge TN8 7NG
Parking
There is ample parking available within walking distance of Hever Castle, with multiple car parks available. Upon arrival, premium ticket holder will be directed to the closest car park, and if you have accessible needs, please notify our staff for further assistance.
- Free parking with all tickets.
- Platinum Premium tickets get parking closer to the entrance.
- Arrive for 6pm not before.
Getting to Us
By car : Hever Castle – Hever Rd, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG
By train : Yes—you can get back to London by train after this wonderful evening!
The show finishes at 10:15 pm and allows you to return by train from three different stations. Below is a summary of the options. Please note that timings are indicative. Please verify before booking.
- Hever Station Route
• Trains from London Bridge to Hever depart hourly at xx:07, with a journey time of approximately 42 minutes (arriving around xx:49).
• From Hever Station, it’s a 1 mile footpath walk (≈ 20 min) marked by red-and-white posts, or a short taxi (≈ 5 min).
• Return trains from Hever to London Bridge depart hourly at xx:05, with a journey time of approximately 51 minutes (arriving around xx:56). - Edenbridge Town Route
• Trains from London Victoria to Edenbridge Town take roughly 50 minutes.
• From Edenbridge Town, it’s a taxi ride to Hever Castle (≈ 8–10 min, 3 miles).
• The last train from Edenbridge Town back to London Victoria usually departs at 23:09. - Sevenoaks Route (Return Option to Charing Cross)
• Taxi from Hever Castle to Sevenoaks (≈ 20–25 min, 9.5 miles).
• Last train from Sevenoaks to London Charing Cross departs at 23:29, taking 34 minutes (arriving ~ 00:03).
Taxi Contacts (book in advance for both arrival and return)
• Country Hire and Go: 07723 054863
• Relyon Taxis: 01732 863800
Important: All listed departure times, frequencies, and journey durations are indicative. Please check current train schedules and confirm taxi bookings before you travel.
Food & Drink On Site
The estate opens at 18:00, allowing you to enjoy a drink or a tasty bite pre-show at the Loggia for Premium ticket holder and in our main tent for the others. We offer four food stations with options for all dietary needs, curated by Danny Staples, experienced in large-scale events – ensuring fast service and minimal queuing. Our tent is also a cozy spot where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a beer before the performance, during the interval, or afterward. The Loggia is only for premium ticket holder before the start of the show.
* Please note that picnics and outside drinks are not allowed on the premises.
Accommodation
Book your accommodation at Marriott Lingfield Park (just 15 minutes away). 10% off through the link below.
Marriott Hotel 10% off your stay
*Please note that this is a recommended accommodation, but Historalia is not responsible for the booking process.
Accessibility
Making Our Summer Musical Accessible to All
We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone can enjoy our summer musical pop-ups, including those with accessibility needs. While we’re working with limited resources due to the pop-up nature of the show, we are committed to making it as inclusive as possible. Here’s how we’re making our events accessible:
Accessible Tickets
- Reserved Gold Front-Row Tickets for Disabled Patrons and Carers: We have reserved a number of Gold front-row seats for disabled guests and their carers to ensure they have the best view and easy access. These tickets are available at the standard Gold seat price. You can purchase these tickets directly through our website’s booking system here.
- Please note, we reserve the right to check proof of disability at the entrance.
- For any questions or specific needs, feel free to contact us here.
Special Accessibility Features
- Sign Language Interpretation and Touch Tour: We’re excited to offer a special performance featuring sign language interpretation and a touch tour for a specific number of visually impaired guests. This unique event will allow for greater engagement with the show. More details on which day will offer these services will be available closer to the event, but feel free to reach out to us in advance if you have any questions or would like to express interest.
Our show finishes in time for you to walk back to Hever Station and catch the final train to London at 23:05.
General Accessibility Info
- Although our pop-up nature and the constraints of operating within a historically listed venue present different challenges compared to permanent theaters, we are doing our best to accommodate various accessibility needs.
- If you have specific requirements, such as mobility assistance or seating preferences, please don’t hesitate to reach out through our contact page. We are more than happy to work with you to ensure a positive experience.
Stay in Touch!
We encourage you to engage with us and share any accessibility requests. We’re continuously working on making our show welcoming to all and will update this page as more accessibility options become available.
Contact Us for Assistance
For any questions or assistance with booking, or to discuss your accessibility needs, please get in touch via our contact form.
