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Splendid 18th-century English interiors in an idyllic country setting

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A child dressed as a witch at Halloween

Come to a family Hallowe’en party at Claydon 

Ever wondered what Claydon’s like when all the lights are turned off and everybody has gone home? Find out as you enjoy a night at Claydon House as the doors are open after dark.

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Things to see and do

Visitors in the Chinese toom at Claydon

Have a look at our offer 

With the house and gardens to explore, not to mention dressing up and going on an adventure, you'll find something that all the family will enjoy at Claydon.

The west front of the house

The house 

Sumptuous 18th century interiors, a connection to Florence Nightingale and history brought to life - Claydon House is just waiting to be explored.

Upcoming events

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Conservation in action week

Mon 24 Oct 2016
11:00-16:00
See the conservation team at work as they prepare to put the house to bed and discover more about how the team cleans and cares for the collection.

Claydon spooktacular party

Sat 29 Oct 2016
18:30-21:00
Ever wondered what Claydon's like when all the lights are turned off and everybody has gone home? Bring the family and enjoy a night at Claydon House as the doors are open after dark

Behind the scenes

Sat 12 Nov 2016
11:00-12:00
Join a member of the Claydon team to explore the house after it's closed for the winter and discover more about this special place.

Conservation in Action

Mon 21 Nov 2016
10:30-13:00
Ever wondered what it takes to maintain a house like Claydon? Join the conservation team and have a go at cleaning some of the items from the collection in preparation for the winter.

Christmas Centre Pieces

Fri 25 Nov 2016
11:00-13:00
Get set for Christmas and create a beautiful centre piece for your Christmas table, with expert guidance from the Claydon Flower Team.
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Eating and shopping

Coffee and cake after a good walk

The Courtyard and Tea Rooms  

Pop into the shops and galleries in the Courtyard to find the perfect gift or simply treat yourself. Head to the Phoenix Tea Rooms (not NT) for delicious light lunches or a leisurely afternoon tea.

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History

The west front of Claydon House

The history of our building 

Discover the many faces of Claydon as well as elaborate wood carvings and some of the finest examples of 18th century craftsmanship.

A girl trying out Florence Nightingale's bed

Florence Nightingale at Claydon 

Discover the connection between Florence Nightingale, the Lady with the lamp, and Claydon House. We reveal how the bed came to be here and more about her fascinating story.

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Get involved

A volunteer guide gives a tour to visitors

Volunteer with us 

We're always on the lookout for new members to join our team of volunteers. With 500 years of history to share with our visitors, there's sure to be a task for you to help with.

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Learning

A girl trying on a costume at Claydon House

Visit with your class 

We love bringing history to life here so why not bring your school group along? Whether it's hands-on workshops or self-led sessions you'd like to organise, we'll help you make the most of your visit.

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Groups

A group visit to Claydon

Plan your group visit 

With our guided tours for groups and our warm welcome, we'll ensure you have a fantastic day out at Claydon with your group.

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Venue hire

The Saloon at Claydon House

Hiring our venue 

Claydon makes a wonderful backdrop for any occasion. Whether it's drinks and canapés on the West Terrace or a wedding breakfast in the North Hall, we'll help you to organise a day to remember.

Choose Claydon for your special day
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