Things to see & do
Things to see and do
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A historic house
A historic house
Explore a house full of surprises and a garden of incomparable beauty. See the great vaulted cellarium, where the priors kept their provisions more than 800 years ago. Discover Rex Whistler’s extraordinary painted saloon, where you’ll have to look twice because nothing is as it seems...
© David Watson
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Explore the gardens
Explore the gardens
Spring is nearly upon us so don the wellies and see what delights you can find in our gardens. Discover our riverside walks and winter garden as well as our formal grounds and walled garden.
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The art gallery
The art gallery
Come back for changing art exhibitions in a spacious gallery on the top floor of the house. From 11 February to 6 May we will be exhibiting 20th-century works in 'A Slice of Life'. It explores the themes of people, places, work, war and leisure.
© John Craxton
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Outdoor adventures
Outdoor adventures
Make the most of your visit by exploring the grounds and surrounding countryside. There's so much to do. Why not search out our hidden icehouse and summerhouse.
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Play our pianos
Play our pianos
Why not come into the house and play one of our pianos, like one of our young visitors pictured here playing 'a prelude in C' by Bach.
We've two playable pianos: an upright in the Boy's Sitting Room and a Bechstein in the saloon.© Simon Leslie
A historic house
Explore the gardens
The art gallery
Outdoor adventures
Play our pianosWhat's on
No matter what the weather or which day you visit there is always something for you to do. Join our teatime talks or tours of the historic gardens. Pick up one of our self-led trails and explore in your time.
Exhibitions
Our art gallery shows a series of changing exhibitions that explore different aspects of Mottisfont and art. We always run workshops and activities tied in with our exhibitions.
Groups welcome
Mottisfont offers enjoyment to those with a wide range of interests. Explore our house and its 800-year history or discover the delightful gardens and grounds set alongside the waters of the River Test.
A summer of fun and adventure awaits you
Grand adventures in the great outdoors
We've worked out the best 50 things to do before you reach 11 ¾, across the country and right on your doorstep. And you can earn rewards on the 50 Things website by completing as many as you can.
Here at Mottisfont, you can:
- Climb a tree
- Track wild animals
- Make a grass trumpet
- Feel like you're flying in the wind