We have to close parts of Charlecote in the event of severe weather for the safety of our visitors, staff and volunteers.
Our decision to close is based on the current conditions at Charlecote and the most up-to-date weather forecast for the immediate area. We would much rather be welcoming visitors than closing our gates.
When Weather Warnings are in place please check our website front page and social media for updates before travelling any distance, or call the property office 01789 470277 to check for more information.
Heavy rain
This causes flooding in the parkland which is unsafe because we cannot see the edges of the rivers or the boundaries of the lake. Shallow water at the edge of a flooded area can quickly become deep and dangerous. Mud underfoot is slippery.
Please, never paddle at the edges of floodwater.
We know many of you love to take photographs and we will allow access to the areas we feel are safe for visitors.
Walking on very wet ground compacts the soil which prolongs the drying-out of the parkland. This has an impact on our wildlife, deer and sheep. Compacted soil dries hard and solid which has an detrimental effect on grass and tree roots and available nutrients in the soil.