Follow our progress on one of the UK’s biggest heritage projects as we remake a remarkable ruin
The house and gardens are currently closed for winter. We’ll be open again from March 18 until 1 November 2020, depending on construction timelines.
Clandon Park was built by a Venetian architect for Lord Onslow in the 1720s. As one of the country’s most complete examples of a Palladian mansion it featured original stucco ceilings and marble fireplaces, the most impressive of which were in the Marble Hall. The house was refurbished during the 1960s to house a collection of 18th-century furniture and porcelain acquired by collector Hannah Gubbay.
In April 2015, a fire broke out. Everyone was evacuated from the building but the fire caused significant damage, effectively leaving the house a shell.
After 14 months of work the large-scale salvage phase of our project was completed. We’ve since announced ambitious plans to rebuild the house which will honour its rich history, but also create vibrant, modern spaces. Following an international competition, a design team led by multi award-winning architects Allies and Morrison has been appointed to help us remake Clandon Park.
Sharing our progress since the fire has been really important to us. You can visit Clandon Park from April to November. Follow two purpose-built walkways into the ground floor, including the spectacular Marble Hall, and the basement spaces, giving you a unique view of the incredible structure. The small four-acre garden is also accessible. Visiting now presents a unique opportunity to see this remarkable contemporary ruin in its post-fire state, before access becomes more limited.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £9.60 | £8.70 |
| Child | £4.80 | £4.35 |
| Family | £24.00 | £21.75 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £8.20 |
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.
Entry for National Trust members is free.
Different parts of the house and wider site may be open at different times as the project progresses.
