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Notice: Due to a wedding, the Walled Garden will be closed on 2nd June. The whole site will be closed on 8th June. Please phone 01256 883858 with any queries.

Surrounded by beauty... steeped in history

An intimate family home, the history of the Vyne spans the centuries. From its royal beginnings in Tudor times to its place today as a intriguing retreat for you to explore, you can lose yourself in the surroundings that inspired great authors such as Jane Austen. Discover a chapel where sunlight streams in through stained-glass windows, a ring that inspired Tolkien or an oak gallery fit for a king.

You could enjoy the view from the house in winter of the first hoarfrost or the autumnal glow of the woodland on a misty morning. Can you see yourself spending lazy summer days picnicking on a lawn that stretches to a shimmering lake?

The gardens are a peaceful escape with secret picnic spots, or you can stroll by the ornamental lake. Why not take in the restored Walled Garden, now a working kitchen garden providing delicious, fresh and seasonal produce to our Tudor tea-room.

The ancient woodlands are a great place in every season from the carpet of spring bluebells to autumn leaves. Sneak into the wetland bird hide and experience glimpses of wildlife. Come alone or with friends and family, there's plenty to see and do for all ages of adventurer.

Our local weather

Wet weather?

Visit us, come rain or shine © National Trust

Don't worry if the forecast is for rain. Take time to tour the house or lose yourself in literature in our brand-new bookshop. Or get togged up with wellies and waterproofs for our wetland and woodland walks.

Discover more...

The west garden with it's herbaceous and rose borders coming into flower © Geoff Smith 2011

We've been busy blogging and posting. Take a look at our blogs from The Vyne gardens and  The Chase Nature reserve and our Facebook page.

Tour of the house

Take a tour of the house with the house maid - A BBC academy video.