Firle Place
Nestled in the foothills of the South Downs, Firle Place offers a captivating fusion of Tudor and Georgian influences. This cherished residence has been the home of the Gage family for over five centuries.
Firle Place House Opening
Today, the house showcases remarkable collections of Old Masters including portraits by Van Dyck, Reynolds and Gainsborough, complemented by a curated ensemble of English and European furniture and an impressive array of Sèvres porcelain.
House Open: Sunday 3rd May until Wednesday 28th October 2026
Group Bookings
We welcome pre-booked groups of between 15 and 45 people for private tours on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during the house opening season.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
events@firle.com
01273 977364
Tea Room & Terrace
The Firle Place Tea Room is open from Sunday – Wednesday during the house opening season
Sunday 3rd May until Wednesday 28th October 2026
11.30am – 4.30pm
Serving light lunches, cream teas, cakes and drinks. A ticket to the house is not required in order to visit the tea room. Full afternoon tea is available by pre-booking only.
The Tea Room will be closed to the public on Wednesday 10th and 17th June, 19th August and 2nd September 2026 for private events.
For tea room enquiries email events@firle.com
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The Collection
Firle Place contains one of the most significant and historic private collections of old master paintings, furniture and porcelain in Southern England and is the only place in the country where a portion of the celebrated Cowper collection may be viewed.
Past Exhibitions
