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Berrington Hall
Worcestershire & HerefordshireGeorgian grandeur on a human scale; neoclassical mansion by Henry Holland set in 'Capability' Brown's final landscape and gardens
near Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DW
M T W T F S S Open
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Opening times for 6 March 2026
Asset Opening time Mansion 11:00 - 17:00 Garden 10:00 - 17:00 Park 10:00 - 17:00 Tea-room 10:00 - 16:30 Second-hand bookshop 10:00 - 17:00 Last entry to the mansion - 1 hour before closing. The first floor of the mansion will be closed until Easter 2026 while we carry out exciting updates to the Ann Harley dress exhibition. The ground floor of the mansion is available to view by guided tour only on Mondays at 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm. 20 spaces available per tour on a first come, first served basis.
Whole Property admission from 1 March 2026
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £18.70 £17.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £9.40 £8.50 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £46.80 £42.50 1 Adult Family £28.10 £25.50 Group (Adult 18+) £16.15 Group (Child 5-17) £8.08 Gardens and Parkland only from 1 March 2026
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £11.00 £10.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £5.50 £5.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £27.50 £25.00 1 Adult Family £16.50 £15.00 Group (Adult 18+) £9.50 Group (Child 5-17) £4.75 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Bookshop
- Car park
- Dogs allowed
- Tea-room
- Toilet
Blue Badge parking. Mobility scooters for hire. Accessible toilet and Changing Place available. Access to mansion is via steps.
- Accessible route and/or map
There is an accessible routes map available from Visitor Reception or to download from our website.
- Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet in the main courtyard set within a ‘Changing Place’ and an accessible toilet in the car park.
- Braille (guide or menu)
Braille guides are available at Visitor Reception and in the house.
- Changing Places
There is an a ‘Changing Place’ set within the main Courtyard.
- Designated parking
There are 8 designated spaces for visitors with access needs located approximately 30 metres from Visitor Reception.
- Drop-off point
Drop off point available.
- Induction loop
Induction loops are available at Visitor Reception and in catering areas.
- Large print (guide or menu)
Available at Visitor Reception and in the house.
- Level access to food outlet
The Stables Café, is fully accessible and is open on busy days and holidays but can be opened for seating. The Courtyard tea-room is accessed via seven stone steps, or there is a lift available on request. Ask a member of staff in the tea-room or Visitor Reception for assistance with the lift.
- Level access/terrain
There are level access paths around the garden and park with a mix of tarmac, gravel, bonded gravel and grassy paths. There is an accessible route around the walled garden, with some grassy paths.
- Lift
There is a lift available on request for the tea-room.
- Photograph album
- Powered mobility vehicle available
You can borrow a mobility vehicle. Pre-booking is advised by calling 01568 615721 during opening hours.
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Stairclimber
The house has 12 steep stone steps at the entrance. We have a stair climber so wheelchair users can be assisted with access to the main entrance. Only one visitor who needs to use the stair climber can be in the house at a time. For safety reasons, it cannot be used in very wet weather.
- Stairlift
Lift into Old Servants' Hall tea-room.
- Steps/uneven terrain
- Transfer available
- Virtual tour
To book virtual tour session, please call 01568 615721, or speak to a member of staff on arrival.
- Wheelchairs available
You can borrow a wheelchair. Pre-booking is advised by calling 01568 615721 during opening hours.
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- By road
- 7 miles south of Ludlow on west side of A49. Eye Lane entrance (when approaching Berrington from Ludlow) - Heading south along the A49, as you enter the 40mph zone at Ashton, look out for a sharp right turn with a brown sign which will say 'Berrington Hall'. Follow this road for 0.5 miles until you reach the entrance on the left. A49 entrance (when approaching Berrington Hall from Leominster) - Heading north along the A49, look out for a left turn with a sign that says 'Welcome to Berrington Hall'Parking: free, 30 yards to visitor reception
- By train
- Leominster 4 miles
- By bus
- Ludlow to Hereford (passing close Ludlow train station and Leominster), alight Luston, 2 miles
- Cycling
- The various cycling routes to Berrington Hall use a combination of main roads and country lanes. Plan your route to Berrington Hall using the CycleStreets journey planner via the link below. (This journey planner uses OpenStreetMap data which is generally very good but accuracy cannot be guaranteed, if you come to a footpath or other cycle-prohibited track, please don’t ride on it).
Planning your visit
Highlights for your day out at Berrington Hall. Discover more in the Things to see and do tab above.
Events at Berrington Hall
Discover what's on - garden tours, family activities, outdoor performances, book fairs and an Easter trail not to be missed.
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Walks and trails at Berrington Hall
Discover Georgian elegance on a lakeside or parkland walk.
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The Garden Project at Berrington Hall
A new flower garden has opened at Berrington Hall which brings surprise, theatre and delight to this Georgian estate - the final work of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown.
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Visiting Berrington with your dog
Berrington Hall is a two pawprint rated place. Find out where you can explore before you visit.
Looking after Berrington Hall
Essential improvement works are taking place at Berrington, discover more about our work, how you can get involved and how it might affect your visit.
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Accessibility at Berrington Hall
Berrington Hall has designated parking, accessible paths, stair climber access to the stepped mansion house, bookable wheelchairs, a mobility vehicle, wheelchair friendly toilets, a Changing Places facility, braille guides, accessible map, sensory aids, induction loops and a virtual tour. Please be aware for safety reasons, the stair climber cannot be used in very wet weather. Find out more here.
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Berrington Hall map
Take a look at the walks and access maps of Berrington Hall to help plan your visit.
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Highlights
Mansion
A neoclassical 18th-century mansion designed by Henry Holland, home to the Harley, Rodney and Cawley families.
Gardens
Walled garden and pleasure grounds designed by 'Capability' Brown, including very rare curved walled garden.
Parkland
Berrington's park was 'Capability' Brown's final complete estate and includes a serpentine pool, woodland and grazing cattle and sheep.
Play area
Play area overlooking parkland and just a short walk from the mansion. Includes slide, swings, willow tunnel and wooden xylophone.
Tea-room
Old Servants' Hall tea-room serving light lunches, warming one-pots, jacket potatoes, hot and cold drinks, cakes, ice cream, sandwiches, pasties and other tasty refreshments.
Second-hand bookshop
Bookshop in the courtyard stocked full of pre-loved books.
Spotlight events
Easter trail at Berrington Hall
Hop into a Georgian themed adventure this Easter. Saturday 21 March to Sunday 12 April - 10am to 4.30pm.
Berrington's little gardeners: plant a seed
Join us in the potting shed for a self-led seed planting activity this March.
Garden tours
Join one of Berrington's knowledgeable volunteers to learn more about the gardens and their history.
Make a dried flower posy on Mother's Day
Make a natural dried flower posy in the tearoom courtyard at Berrington Hall.
Outdoor activities
Walking at Berrington Hall
Soak up the beauty of nature with a peaceful lakeside stroll, a scenic parkland walk, or a mix of both, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and colours of the Herefordshire countryside.
Play and family adventures at Berrington.
Discover playful adventures at Berrington as you spot wildlife across the parkland, get wild in the natural play area, follow school holiday trails and build the ultimate cosy den.
Explore the gardens at Berrington Hall
This spring, uncover the hidden gems of Berrington's gardens — from the elegant pleasure grounds and productive kitchen garden to the rare curved walled garden and the brand-new flower garden, all waiting to be explored.
Exploring Berrington with your dog
Get your walking shoes on, grab the lead and come and enjoy some wonderful walks at Berrington with your dog.
Things to see and do
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Visit the mansion at Berrington Hall
Berrington Hall is a bold red sandstone mansion contrasting with delicate neo-classical interiors and a rare masterpiece by architect Henry Holland.
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The parkland at Berrington Hall
Explore Lancelot 'Capability' Brown's vision of stunning views and winding walking trails through acres of parkland at Berrington.
All events at Berrington Hall
Discover events to fill your winter days
Top trails
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Berrington purple parkland walk
Explore the nooks and crannies of Berrington's 'Capability' Brown-designed parkland and lake on this picturesque walk around the estate.
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Berrington den building walk
Enjoy this easy walk through Berrington Hall's parkland, which gives you the opportunity to construct your own makeshift shelter along the way.
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Berrington red walk trail
Enjoy this gentle stroll down to the lake and enjoy the scenery and sounds of the parkland at Berrington, no matter the weather.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Berrington Hall
Discover somewhere to treat yourself to food and drink or pick up a second-hand book in a historic setting at Berrington Hall.
Places to stay
The Triumphal Arch
Making up half of the arch, this unique holiday cottage has views across Capability Brown designed gardens.
Upcoming events
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National Lottery Open Week at Berrington Hall
As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we're offering free entry during National Lottery Open Week. Bring your lottery ticket or scratch card and explore Berrington Hall for free.
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Berrington's little gardeners: plant a seed
Pot up your very own pumpkin or sunflower seed to take home with you.
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Garden tour with Les Smith
Join experienced garden volunteer, Les Smith, for a tour of Berrington's gardens every Wednesday from 21 January.
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Garden tour - Berrington Hall: The people and the place
Join long-serving garden volunteer, Catherine Beech, for a tour of Berrington's gardens every Thursday from 19 February.
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Make a dried flower posy on Mother's Day
Make a natural dried flower posy in the tearoom courtyard at Berrington Hall.
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Garden tour - Houses and Ha-Has: It's a Family Affair
Discover the history behind Berrington's internationally significant garden.
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Easter trail at Berrington Hall
Discover Easter with a Georgian twist as you explore Berrington’s gardens through fun, family‑friendly challenges.
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Summer of Play at Berrington Hall
Make the most of the warmer months with a family adventure at Berrington Hall.
About Berrington Hall
Standing proud and strong, this fine Georgian mansion sits within 'Capability' Brown’s final garden and landscape. In the house, discover jewel-like interiors, designed by Henry Holland and home to the Harley, Rodney and Cawley families.
There are plenty of walks through the parkland through woodlands, wildflower meadows and around Berrington's pool, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
The gardens are a treat for all the senses throughout the year, with bluebells and blossom in Spring, roses in summer and apples in autumn.
We have several projects underway and you may experience some changes to your visit. These will help keep Berrington safe for everyone, for ever.
History
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History of Berrington Hall
Uncover 230 years of history at Berrington Hall. It started as an escape to the country for a city banker and was ‘Capability’ Brown’s final landscape project.
Our work
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The Garden Project at Berrington Hall
A new flower garden has opened at Berrington Hall which brings surprise, theatre and delight to this Georgian estate - the final work of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown.
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Looking after Berrington Hall
Find out about the essential improvement works to restore and conserve Berrington Hall.
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Support us
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Volunteer opportunities at Berrington Hall
Join the team of volunteers that bring to life Berrington Hall in Herefordshire.
Donate to Restoration at Berrington Hall
Your donation could help us with things like stonework restoration and The Curve garden
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Your donation could help us with things like stonework restoration and The Curve garden