Atmospheric house and estate, vividly evoking its family and servants
A unique insight into servants' life in the 18th and 19th century
A completely furnished 18th-century large country house
One of the last surviving 18th-century gardens with a large walled garden and Victorian parterre
Extensive designed parkland and 13 miles of footpaths
Authentic demonstrations of restored historic machines
Horse-drawn carriage rides around the estate
What's new this year
Bicycles available for hire. Virtual tour. Baby food warming facilities
Most rooms have no electric light; visitors wishing to make a close study of pictures and textiles should avoid dull days. The Small Chinese Room is open Wednesday and Saturday on application
Opening arrangements
House
15 Mar–31 Mar 08
12–4
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1 Apr–30 Jun 08
12–5
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1 Jul–31 Aug 08
12–5
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1 Sep–30 Sep 08
12–5
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1 Oct–2 Nov 08
12–4
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8 Nov–21 Dec 08
12–4
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Garden/restaurant/shop
9 Feb–9 Mar 08
11–4
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15 Mar–31 Mar 08
11–5
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1 Apr–30 Jun 08
11–6
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1 Jul–31 Aug 08
10–6
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Th
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1 Sep–30 Sep 08
11–6
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1 Oct–2 Nov 08
11–5
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8 Nov–21 Dec 08
11–4
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KEY: Dark blue=open
Restaurant & shop close 1hr earlier 15 Mar–2 Nov. Open Good Fri. Last admission 1hr before closing. Guided tours of the house are conducted every Thurs in July and Aug. Limited access Nov/Dec
