A place of reinvention; evolving gardens, changing art exhibitions and a country house story spanning over 300 years
Head to Beningbrough this summer to wander around the galleries, gardens and parkland. The sounds, colours and smells are so vivid now and the sprawling lawns so inviting. Take a look at the family activities planned throughout August.
Built in the 18th century, this Italian-style baroque house has been shaped by its numerous occupants. It has an intriguing story to tell, beginning with the wealthy teenager who built the mansion to its occupation by the RAF in the Second World War to the re-invention as a country-house gallery, in partnership with the National Portrait Gallery. Today, the architectural grandeur of the rooms is a perfect setting for many 18th-century portraits featuring people who have influenced British history and its culture.
In the garden, the story continues with numerous sections showing Italian, Victorian and even horse-racing influences: traditional herbaceous borders contrast with sweeping lawns, formal gardens and beds, wildlife areas, and the restored working walled garden.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £15.90 | £14.40 |
| Child | £7.95 | £7.20 |
| Family | £39.75 | £36.00 |
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Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £12.00 |
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Group Child
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £6.00 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £8.80 | £8.00 |
| Child | £4.40 | £4.00 |
| Family | £22.00 | £20.00 |
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Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £7.00 |
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Group Child
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £3.50 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
Main season runs from 5 March - 3 November 2019
Last entry to the Hall and Galleries is 15.30, to the gardens, restaurant and shop is 16.30 (5 March - 3 November). Major conservation work is planned winter 2019/20, the Hall and Galleries might be closed on selected days. Open New Year's Day 2020, 11:00 - 15.30.
