Croft Castle and Parkland

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

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Children running through the parkland at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Playful summer days at Croft 

Start planning your summer at Croft with natural play, family trails, '50 things', outdoor theatre and more.

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Things to see and do 

Thousands of years in the making

The 1920s Saloon at Croft Castle and Parkland in Herefordshire

The castle 

Relax in this welcoming and intimate family home and find out about the life and times of the people who shaped this castle during the 20th-century.

The walled garden in June at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Our garden through the seasons 

Discover how our dedicated team of staff and volunteers look after our gardens through the seasons.

Late afternoon autumn light through the trees at Croft Ambrey, Herefordshire

Get outdoors and explore the parkland 

1500-acres, 4500 years of history all just waiting for you to explore. Find out about the activities, history, fun and wildlife, Croft's parkland has to offer.

Young girl making a daisy chain at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Grab your adventure scrapbook and tick off your 50 things  

Get outdoors and closer to nature in Croft's Natural Play Area

A family walking in the parkland at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

For the little ones 

Dress up and play games in our 1950's family room, go wild in our natural and mini castle play areas and enjoy a family trail every day of the holidays.

Three visitors on a group visit take in their surroundings at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Group visits to Croft Castle 

Find out more about booking your group visit to Croft Castle.

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What's on 

What's on at Croft

The exterior of Croft Castle in autumn

Discover Croft during the 1950s 

Find out how Croft avoided the fate of other historic country estates in the 1950s and how we're celebrating the 60th anniversary of our work at this special place.

A painting of the landscape at Hafod, Wales

Hafod exhibition 

Take a tour through the 'Picturesque' landscape at Hafod with our exhibition of prints.

Upcoming events

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The Lord of the Rings trail

Mon 24 Jul 2017
10:00-16:00
You've been given an important quest. Do you have what it takes to track down the Croft ring and save the castle from peril?

Immersion Theatre present 'The Wind in the Willows'

Mon 07 Aug 2017
14:00-16:00
Join us for a lovely outdoor theatre adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's classic tale, 'The Wind in the Willows' in the grounds of Croft.

Wild wood camp

Sat 12 Aug 2017
19:00-23:45
Pack up your tent and grab your brightest torch for a one-off overnight camp with our rangers.

Fifties Croft

Sat 19 Aug 2017
10:00-17:00
Join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Croft coming into the National Trust's care in 1957.

Battle of Mortimer's Cross

Sat 09 Sep 2017
10:00-17:00
Join us for a living history weekend full of gunpowder, battles, archery and swordfights, bringing to life one of the most significant battles of the Wars of the Roses.

Ancient tree walk

Sun 08 Oct 2017
14:00-16:00
Join us for a guided autumnal walk through Croft's ancient parkland.
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Eating and shopping

A couple enjoying afternoon tea at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Take a trip to our tea-room 

Enjoy fresh and seasonal meals and snacks where nearly all the fruit, salad and vegetables are grown in our very own walled garden.

A retail range in the Croft Castle shop called 'Estuary'

Stop by our Stables Shop 

Visit Croft's shop which dwells in the old Georgian stable block. Browse our book range, pick up a plant, find a special gift, or grab a souvenir - every penny you spend goes towards the care of the castle.

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History

Portrait of Lord Archer Croft, Croft Castle, 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 in the parkland at Croft castle, 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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Our 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.

The garden team pose for a photo at Croft Castle and Parkland in Herefordshire

Our work in the garden 

Find out all about our day-to-day work in the garden, including ongoing conservation projects.

A portrait of Sir William Croft in the Entrance Hall at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Portrait of Sir William Croft returns to the castle 

Find out all about the Trust's acquisition of this significant portrait.

Detail showing a parrot from an ornately painted screen in the Oak Room at Croft Castle, Herefordshire

Discover Croft's collection 

Explore the full collection of special items looked after by the National Trust at Croft Castle.

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Wildlife

Fallow deer running at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Wildlife at Croft 

Learn about some of the wildlife you can spot in Croft's 1500 acre parkland.

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Get involved

Two volunteers welcoming visitors into the castle at Croft Castle in Herefordshire

Become a volunteer 

Whatever your interest or skill there's plenty of diverse roles on offer.

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Places to stay

Garden Cottage, Croft Castle, Herefordshire

Enjoy a break in one of our historic holiday cottages 

Whether you're planning a big celebration or just a romantic break for two, we've got picture perfect places for you to stay.

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