Croft Castle and Parkland

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, outdoor spaces only at Croft Castle are open on weekends for local visitors to access for walks. You will need to book your visit in advance. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

1000 years of power, politics and pleasure in an intimate family home

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A family enjoying the outdoors in autumn or winter

Visiting information for this winter 

In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.

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What's on 

Please book ahead before visiting 

The gardens, parkland, tea-room and toilets at Croft are open on weekends only. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. Please book your tickets in advance of your visit.

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Timed entry to Croft Castle and Parkland (16 Jan - 17 Jan)

Sun 17 Jan 2021
10:00-15:00
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Timed entry to Croft Castle and Parkland (23 Jan - 24 Jan)

Sat 23 Jan 2021
10:00-15:00
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Things to see and do

A child and parent walking through the parkland in winter at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

What to expect from your visit 

If you've got a ticket booked to visit us here at Croft, read this article to find everything you need to know about what's open and what to expect from your visit. We've made some changes to our usual offer, to help keep everyone safe.

A stone cherub surrounded by a light dusting of snow in the gardens at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Winter in the garden 

Find out what our gardeners get up to in the winter months, and get some handy tips for caring for your garden during winter

Ancient trees at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Way-marked walks 

Pop on your walking boots and discover miles of way-marked walks at Croft.

Two women drink hot drinks in winter at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Take a trip to our tea-room 

Our tea-room has reopened and is serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and some light snacks. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

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Our work

The old pump house in Fishpool Valley at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Our work in Fishpool Valley 

Discover how we're restoring and conserving the beautiful Fishpool Valley.

Ash trees with ash dieback in Fishpool Valley at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Managing ash dieback 

Find out how we're tackling ash dieback on the estate as part of our woodland management plan and how this might affect your visit. Please note that Fishpool Valley will be closed from Monday 2 November to Friday 12 February 2021 in order to carry out necessary felling work.

The conifer plantation at sunset at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Our work in the parkland 

Discover how, with the continued help of our supporters, we're looking after our 1500 acre historic parkland.

Cars parking along the drive at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Improving the car park 

Find out about our exciting project to enhance your arrival experience at Croft.

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History

A framed photo of James Croft sitting in his Alvis outside Croft Castle in Herefordshire

The story of the Crofts and the castle 

Take a look at the rise and fall of members of the Croft family and how the castle has been used over the centuries.

A photograph of staff from a bygone era at croft castle, Herefordshire

Discover a thousand years of history 

From Edward the Confessor to Winston Churchill, the Croft family have been key players and confidantes to England's leaders since 1055.

Portrait of The Hon. Nancy Beatrice Borwick, Lady Croft (1884-1949) by Philip Alexius de László de Lombos

Women of Croft: Fashion, power and status 

Discover the intriguing stories behind these five powerful women, drawn together across time by a link to Croft's history.

Ancient trees at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Learn about our ancient trees 

The parkland is home to many veteran trees, one of which is over 1,000 years old.

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Wildlife

A brambling sitting on a branch in winter

Winter wildlife at Croft Castle 

Find out which wildlife you can still discover at Croft as the garden and parkland settle down for winter.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Croft Castle and Parkland on the National Trust Collections website

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