Skip to content
back to Hampshire

The Vyne

Hampshire

Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 17th-century family home, set in gardens, woodlands and wetlands.

Vyne Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL

A driveway leads to a red brick mansion with trees either side.

Important notice

Please note the toilets at Visitor Reception are closed this week for maintenance and while we wait for a replacement part to arrive, the buggy is out of action. Please speak to Visitor Reception for alternative arrangements.

Planning your visit

Things to do in The Vyne house 

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫: With both floors of the house still open daily from 11am to 3pm (subject to volunteer availability), you can savour the sight of fascinating treasures before the annual autumn deep clean begins and the festive decorations go up. The Sandys and Chute families made The Vyne their home for over 500 years. They accumulated beautiful and important objects and made significant changes to the house during their lives, which you will see as you explore the opulent state rooms and humble servants’ quarters. Marking 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen, you can enjoy exhibition 'Regency Revisited' and biweekly 'Jane Austen House Tours' for an additional £5 per person. On 26 September, we're hosting an Austen-inspired solo theatre performance. Read on for more information.

The staircase hall featuring delicate plasterwork and a balcony.

Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne 

This autumn, enjoy magical movies under the stars 4-5 October with Hocus Pocus (PG) and The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG). From 11 October to 2 November, don't miss trail ‘We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt’ Halloween Adventure.

A child explores the outdoors with their family in autumn

Upcoming events at The Vyne 

𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: Calling all 'Janeites', don't miss exhibition 'Regency Revisited', biweekly Jane Austen House Tours. On 26 September, we're hosting a performance on all things Austen. 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐚: 3 Oct | Scream (18), 4 Oct | Hocus Pocus (PG), 5 Oct | The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG). 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟-𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐮𝐧: Sat 11 Oct - Sun 2 Nov | ‘We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt’ Halloween Adventure. 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜: 22 Nov - 5 Jan (Closed 24 & 25 Dec) | A Fairytale Christmas. Bookings now open for 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞. Browse all events here.

An illustration showing four bunny characters from the We're Going on a Ghost Hunt ™ book

Vyne Line | Basingstoke community minibus 

Read more about a free shuttle service between Basingstoke Train Station and The Vyne. Runs on 27 Sep, 25 Oct, 29 Nov and 27 Dec. Normal admission applies. Pre-booking minibus essential on 03442491895.

Visitors board a minibus.

Visiting The Vyne with your dog 

The Vyne is a three pawprint rated place. Find out about bringing your dog to The Vyne where you can explore the gardens together.

A close up of a panting dog sat down and being stroked by its owners, taken in the garden at Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Worcestershire

Group visits to The Vyne 

Nestled in the Hampshire countryside, The Vyne warmly welcomes groups of 15 or more people. We offer Bronze, Silver, and Gold packages and, exclusive to 2025, a special Jane Austen House Tour. Click through and scroll down to download a PDF of The Vyne's Group Booking Guide and to find out how to book your group visit.

A group of people walking and laughing together at Lyme Park in Cheshire

Map of The Vyne 

Find your way around The Vyne's gardens and locate the house, shop and tea-room.

Two visitors in raincoats exploring the autumnal garden at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Become a member

Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.

Join

Sign up to hear more from the National Trust

By sharing your email address you’re agreeing to receive marketing emails from the National Trust and confirm you’re 18 years old or over. Please see our for more information on how we look after your personal data.