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Greys Court
A family home, delightful gardens and an idyllic setting
Rotherfield Greys, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4PG
Important notice
On Thursday 10 July, the house will close at 3pm, with last entry at 2:15pm due to essential staff training. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Opening times for 12 July 2025
Asset Opening time House 11:00 - 17:00 Garden 10:00 - 17:00 Tea-room 10:00 - 17:00 Shop 10:00 - 17:00 Last entry to the site is 4pm. Last entry to the house is 45 minutes before closure at 5pm, and last service in the Tea-room is at 4.30pm.
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £19.80 £18.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £9.90 £9.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £49.50 £45.00 Family (One Adult) £29.70 £27.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Adventure playground/play area
Our play area is located behind the tea-room.
- Bookshop
- Car park
During the winter months we advise arriving early on the weekends to avoid disappointment as we are unable to open our overflow carpark. You may be asked to return at a later time if the carpark is full.
- Dogs allowed
Dogs are allowed on site, but only assistance dogs are allowed in the house and walled gardens.
- Picnic area
Picnic benches are located between the carpark and visitor reception.
- Plant shop
Our plant shop is outside the main shop. Please be advised that stock may vary due to seasons.
- Shop
- Tea-room
- Toilet
Blue badge parking. Accessible toilet. Grounds partly accessible. 250 yards from car park to gardens and house. Stairs to second floor of house. Livestock in fields.
- Accessible route and/or map
- Accessible toilet
- Designated parking
- Drop-off point
- Induction loop
- Level access/terrain
- Seating available
- Stairclimber
Access to upper floors: Stair Climber machines on site allowing wheelchair access upstairs in the Mansion. Please call to pre-book on 01491 628529 or email stairclimberbookinggreyscourt@nationaltrust.org.uk. Please be aware that we ask for 7 days’ notice prior to your visit.
- Transfer available
We have a buggy running most days which can take visitors from visitor reception to the house.
- By road
West of Henley-on-Thames. From Nettlebed mini-roundabout on A4130 take B481 and property is signed to the left after approximately 3 miles. There is also a direct route from Henley-on-Thames town centre. Follow signs to Badgemore Golf Club towards Peppard, approximately 3 miles out of Henley
Parking: free, 220 yards. for visitors to Greys Court only.
Sat Nav: RG9 4PG If the postcode does not work on your mobile phone, please try switching to a different map provider.
- On foot
it is possible to walk from Henley to Greys Court if you start at the Henley College fields and follow a public footpath shown on OS maps. it will take you past Lower Hernes towards Pinnards woods and you will arrive at Greys Court. Please be aware the last part of the walk leads you to the main road outside Greys Court.
- By train
Henley-on-Thames 3 miles
- Cycling
on Oxfordshire cycleway. You can lock up your bikes next to our visitor reception.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Greys Court with your dog
Greys Court is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs on a lead are welcome at Greys Court. Discover where to walk your dog when you visit.
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Family-friendly things to do at Greys Court
Discover why Greys Court is the ideal place for children to let off some steam in the school holidays.
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The garden at Greys Court
Discover something different around every corner of this intriguing garden. Surrounded by ruined walls, a striking tower and clipped hedges, it’s packed full of surprises.
Highlights
Walled gardens
Charming series of walled gardens on a site with over 900 years of history, with seasonal highlights of wisteria, roses and spring bulbs.
Estate
First established by Sir John de Grey in 1346, the estate makes up 75 hectares with two waymarked walks.
House
Country house originally built in the 14th century, with alterations over the centuries, and views over the Chiltern hills.
Cowshed Tea-room
Open daily serving hot food, drinks and snacks with indoor and outdoor seating.
Shop
Homeware, books and seasonal gifts available in the old woodshed.
Book Nook
Second-hand bookshop selling pre-loved books.
Visitor centre
Admissions, information and a map of the site.
Things to see and do
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The house at Greys Court
Discover how the last owners, the Brunners, enjoyed their life here in this homely house. Ornate ceilings and historic stained-glass windows combine with 20th-century features.
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The garden at Greys Court
Discover something different around every corner of this intriguing garden. Surrounded by ruined walls, a striking tower and clipped hedges, it’s packed full of surprises.
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The estate at Greys Court
Explore the wider estate and discover views, woodland and the surrounding Chilterns countryside. Spot the red frame of the Moon Bridge spanning the ha-ha and the different tree specimens in the arboretum.
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Family-friendly things to do at Greys Court
Discover why Greys Court is the ideal place for children to let off some steam in the school holidays.
Eating
Eating at Greys Court
Once home to a herd of prize-winning Guernsey cows, the Cowshed is now a warm and cosy tea-room where you can enjoy a variety of food and drink during your visit.
Shopping
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Shopping at Greys Court
Stop by the shop to pick up a gift, new plant, pocket money toy or a treat for yourself. With a range of homeware and garden products there’s bound to be something to tempt you.
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Upcoming events
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Sculpture in the Garden at Greys Court: 14 June to 13 July
The Oxford Sculptors Group return for their 9th year exhibiting in the walled gardens and Cromwellian building!
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Waiting in the Wings for 104 years
For the first time in over 100 years, Lady Brunner's dress from acting as Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream in 1920, is now on display at Greys Court.
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Festival of Archaeology at Greys Court, 19 to 27 July
Whether you’re an archaeological amateur or the next Indiana Jones, join us to discover more about the layered history of Greys Court.
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Summer of Play at Greys Court, 26 July to 7 September
Visit Greys Court this summer holidays for a family day out filled with fun.
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Summer of Play: Storytelling at Greys Court
Step into the secret garden at Greys Court and enjoy a free storytelling session with our volunteers.
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Gratitude woodland walks at Greys Court
Meditative walks led by Deborah Lewis from Gratitude Walking. Join a slower paced, guided walk around the wider estate woodland.
About Greys Court
An intimate family home and peaceful estate set in the rolling hills of the Chilterns.
This picturesque 16th-century mansion and tranquil gardens were home to the Brunner family until recent years. The house exudes a welcoming atmosphere with a well-stocked kitchen and homely living rooms. The series of walled gardens is a colourful patchwork of interest set amid medieval ruins. If there are any plants that you would like our volunteer team to identify, please send a photo of the plant to greyscourt@nationaltrust.org.uk, with 'PlantID' in the subject line.
Other buildings from earlier eras include the Great Tower from the 14th century and a rare Tudor donkey wheel, in use until the early 20th century.
History
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The history of Greys Court
Explore the stories that make up the history of Greys Court. Discover why the buildings are a patchwork of styles, who the well-connected owners were and how far back it dates.
Art and collections
Greys Court's objects and collections
Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Greys Court on the National Trust Collections website.
Support us
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Volunteering at Greys Court
Thinking about volunteering at this special place? Here’s what you need to know.