Cliveden

We have many gardens to enjoy across the estate, and every corner is brimming with flora. Right now the Rose Garden is full to bursting with the sweet scent of over 900 rose plants, in the Long Garden devil's delight mix Begonias are blooming and the Parterre looks stunning with the start of a colour-filled summer scheme.

We've got miles of woodland paths and picturesque riverside rambles, perfect for stretching your legs, walking the dog and enjoying some of the best views of the house and gardens.

The exterior of the House can be enjoyed from all angles when the gardens are open. To see inside, book onto a tour on Thursday or Sunday afternoons from April 2016.

We have walking trails for all abilities which take you around some of the top spots on the estate, from our gardens to the depths of the woodlands.

Visiting with your family? Spring is the perfect time to discover something new when exploring outdoors. Have you heard of 50 things to do before you're 11¾?

Made from over 1000 yew trees this winding maze is surprisingly challenging for visitors young and old.

There's an enticing corner for children to discover. The Storybook Play Den, located beyond the Maze and Water Garden, offers a fantastic location to let young imaginations run wild.

From flower trails to gardening workshops, and from bird-song breakfasts to summer camping. See all our upcoming events here...

This year we are marking 350 years of Cliveden as a great estate. To share our past and our future on site you can experience conservation in action and a brand new sound installation.

Row like Ratty and Toad along the stretch of the River Thames that inspired Wind in the Willows, or take a leisurely cruise on our Smooth Waters or Still Waters boats.

Did someone say scandal? Relive the past at Cliveden and schmooze with the infamous 'Cliveden Set'. Amongst the crowd you'll spot Lord and Lady Astor, ready to reveal all the gossip from their 1934 high-society life. What juicy details will you find out?

Cliveden's 350 Mystery History trail is a fun and informative set of challenges guiding young people through the rich history of the estate, solving challenges along the way.

There's an abundance of apples down in Cliveden's orchard filled Round Garden. Have a go at the apple games, drink a fruity apple drink, or harvest your own fresh apples straight from the tree.

Whether you fancy cake and coffee, a warming tummy-filling lunch or a snack to fuel your fun, our cafés will have something to tempt you.

Looking for the ideal plant, that perfect card, an impulsive indulgence? Then look no further than our seasonally stocked shop located in the walled garden on our visit.

For more than 300 years Cliveden was home to dukes, earls, viscounts and for a while a prince. A glittering hub of society, Cliveden hosted exclusive parties and political gatherings, later becoming infamously associated with the Profumo Affair.

Did you know a hospital was opened at the start of the First World War on the Cliveden estate to treat injured Canadian war soldiers? One hundred years on, a Memorial Garden dedicated to those who lost their life can be visited today.

Cliveden hit the headlines in 1963 when it became known that John Profumo had met Christine Keeler here by the swimming pool. Their affair proved a turning point in British politics and had profound implications for those involved.

Find out more about the South Terrace Project through the eyes of our Senior Visitor Experience Officer Emily Randall.

Across the Grade 1 listed gardens and within the house itself, now a luxury hotel, we have undertaken a number of conservation projects in recent years.

A dedicated team of volunteers help us to look after Cliveden and open to visitors every day. There's lots of ways you could get involved...

From stunning seasonal floral displays in the extensive gardens to the chance to take a peek inside the sumptuous house, Cliveden has plenty to offer groups.

Let us bring Cliveden to you... Why not book one of our knowledgeable speakers to come along to your local group's meeting. We offer two talks which focus on the history of Cliveden.

Across the country thousands of our most dedicated supporters meet on a regular basis as part of a National Trust Centre or Association, to support the work of properties of interest to them.

Cliveden's two self-catering National Trust holiday cottages are a real home from home and are located on a stunning stretch of the River Thames. Or treat yourself to five star luxury at Cliveden House Hotel.

There's lots to see and do near to Cliveden, from country walks in the Chilterns to visiting royal attractions such as Windsor Castle.