Basildon Park

Basildon Park with sunny skies

An 18th-century house, a 1950s home

More about this place

Small cluster of fungi nestled in grass

See what's on this autumn 

Join us this autumn at Basildon Park for wildlife walks, a chance to learn about the healing benefits of food this harvest, and more.

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  • Basildon Park house and parkland

    The house 

    Explore Basildon Park, a stunning Georgian mansion surrounded by parkland. Once the home of Lord and Lady Iliffe, it played host to many glamourous parties in the 1950s.

  • Children running in the Garden at Basildon Park

    The garden 

    With something stunning to discover whatever the season, a beautiful garden awaits you at Basildon. What will you explore and enjoy on your visit to us?

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    Our parkland 

    Explore over 400 acres of parkland. With plenty of walks and family fun to be had, you'll enjoy celebrating the outdoors here, whatever the season.

The Ford Collection at Basildon Park

At Home with Art – Treasures from the Brinsley Ford Collection at Basildon Park 

Basildon Park has an exhibition of art works including impressive Old Masters, 20th century engravings and paintings of the Grand Tour.

Downton cast at Basildon Park 2014

Downton Abbey at Basildon Park 

We're delighted to have been used as one of the backdrops for ITV's period drama hit. Come along to one of our filming tours and experience Downton Abbey at Basildon Park for yourself.

Upcoming events

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The Great Ball Run

Sun 25 Sep 2016
10:00-17:00
Explore the new outdoor ball run challenges.

Friends and Food

Sun 25 Sep 2016
10:00-17:00
Celebrate the month of harvest by following our foragers's trail, learning about the healing benefits of natural food.

At Home with Art - Treasures of the Ford Collection

Sun 25 Sep 2016
11:00-16:30
A new exhibition of inspiring artworks in the South Pavilion.

Wildlife walk

Fri 30 Sep 2016
11:00-12:00
Join us for a wildlife walk around our parkland, leaving from the ticket office at 11am every Friday. NB/ Please be aware the wildlife walk on 27 May will leave from Lardon Chase car park at 10:30am.

Volunteer Open Day

Mon 03 Oct 2016
12:00-15:00
Come and find out all about our volunteering opportunities.From room guiding to car parking,gardening to cooking, we'd love you to share your skills with us. Drop in anytime from 12pm to 3pm in the Garden Room.

Autumn lights and colour at Basildon Park

Sat 22 Oct 2016
10:00-17:00
As the sun fades, enjoy the stunning display of Autumn colour at Basildon Park, with an illuminated woodland display.
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Eating and shopping

Basildon Park tea room

Stop in for lunch or a cream tea 

Our tea-room is the perfect place to stop and relax on a visit to Basildon Park. With delicious treats and a seasonal menu as well as our wonderfully traditional cream teas, there's sure to be something to tempt you.

Basildon Park shop

Browse our shop 

Our shop is full of interesting items, from souvenirs to locally produced goods. Do take the time to have a browse on your visit.

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Groups

Group visits at Basildon Park

Plan your group visit 

From exploring the garden to discovering the house, all followed by a cream tea, make the most of your group visit to Basildon Park, a stunning Georgian mansion set in over 400 acres of parkland.

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Get involved

Volunteers working together at Basildon Park

Volunteer with us 

We are currently looking for more volunteers so if you have some time to spare why not contact us and see how you can become part of the volunteering team here at Basildon Park?

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Join a National Trust Supporter Group and help Basildon Park 

Interested in making the most of the National Trust near you? Join your local supporter group to enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events.

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History

Visitors in the Octagon Room at Basildon Park

Discover our history 

Explore the history of Basildon Park and find out more about its treasures. First purchased in 1771 by Francis Sykes, it has enjoyed a fascinating past under the ownership of notable families, culminating in 1950s glamour with Lord and Lady Iliffe before being gifted to the National Trust.

The Library at Basildon Park

Basildon Park's collection 

Explore the full collection of unique and special items looked after by the National Trust at Basildon Park

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