Widely acclaimed as one of Britain¿s finest historic houses, Erddig is a fascinating yet unpretentious early 18th-century country house reflecting the upstairs downstairs life of a gentry family over 250 years. The extensive downstairs area contains Erddig¿s unique collection of servants' portraits, while the upstairs rooms are an amazing treasure trove of fine furniture, textiles and wallpapers. Outside, an impressive range of outbuildings includes stables, smithy, joiners' shop and sawmill. The setting is a superb 18th-century formal garden and romantic landscape park – which are the starting points for walks, bicycle and carriage rides through the estate
Don't miss
Gain a fascinating insight into life below stairs.
Discover the unique house collection of furnishings and paintings.
Enjoy the outstanding formal gardens and country estate.
Making the most of your day
Full events programme, including open-air theatre, festivals, craft fairs, Christmas markets, family fun days and exhibitions. Guided walks, tree trails and discovery tours. Dogs on leads in country park only
Opening times
House
13-Mar - 31-Oct-10
12 - 5
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03-Jul - 31-Aug-10
12 - 5
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06-Nov - 19-Dec-10
12 - 4
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Garden, restaurant and shop
13-Feb - 07-Mar-10
11 - 4
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13-Mar - 31-Oct-10
11 - 6
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03-Jul - 31-Aug-10
11 - 6
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06-Nov - 19-Dec-10
11 - 4
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26-Dec - 31-Dec-10
11 - 4
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6 and 7 March: guided conservation tours. 13 to 31 March and 2 to 31 October: house closes 4. 6 November to 19 December: kitchens and outbuildings of house only open. Garden, restaurant and shop: closed 22 to 26 February and 1 to 5 March. 2 to 31 October: closes 5. Guided tours of 'downstairs' at 11:30, free-flow 12 to closing. Restaurant and shop close one hour earlier 13 March-31 October. Open Good Friday. Last admission one hour before closing. July and August: access to house by guided tour only on Thursday. Tapestry and small Chinese Rooms open on Wednesday and Saturday only (by request) no electric light; for close study of pictures and textiles avoid dull days.
