Tailored private tours of Kent
Hever Castle, Chartwell, Penshurst Place, Down House — your day, your way.
A private day tour with Paul, your local driver-guide — no coaches, no crowds, no rushing. £299 for up to 4 guests.
Why travel with Paul
Beat the London traffic
Meet Paul at East Croydon — just 15 minutes from central London — or another local station, and be in the Kent countryside while the coach tours are still in traffic.
Your day, your way
No strict timetable. Want an extra hour in Hever's gardens or a relaxed lunch at a 16th-century village pub? The day adjusts to your pace.
Private & comfortable
Travel in a comfortable MG estate car with room for up to 4 guests — just your party, never a crowd.
A local who knows
Paul is a retired school principal who has lived here for years and loves sharing the stories behind every house and lane.
Your guide
Meet Paul
"My name is Paul, I am a retired School Principal and I'd love to share my local knowledge of these historic Kent attractions with visitors as I transport you around the countryside."
A typical day
Castles, gardens and country pubs
The ideal day visits two of Kent's finest houses with a stop for lunch at a country pub. Choose from:
- Hever Castle — childhood home of Anne Boleyn
- Chartwell — Sir Winston Churchill's beloved house
- Penshurst Place — a medieval manor still lived in
- Down House — the home of Charles Darwin
Travellers' Choice on TripAdvisor
Five stars from every guest
We spent the most marvelous day touring with Paul. He created a day around our sightseeing priorities and all the hard work of driving and parking. He has a deep knowledge of the sights and the region. Worth every cent — very highly recommended!
Sherry L · Portola Valley, California
Great experience with a phenomenal guide. If you're a Churchill aficionado, this is a MUST. Paul made it worthwhile and memorable. Best day trip after 5 visits to London — Paul was a true gentleman!
William G · Nashville, Tennessee
If there were 10 stars to give, they would all belong to Paul! His kindness, warmth and delightful personality made the day so enjoyable. Hands down, book Paul! You'll end the day having made a wonderful new friend.
nlh27612 · Raleigh, North Carolina
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Plan your day in Kent
Send Paul an enquiry and he'll reply personally to plan your perfect day — booking direct means no middleman and a tour shaped entirely around you.