Hinton Ampner

The south front at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Important notice -

We’re re-opening the garden, parkland, estate, café, shop and toilets at Hinton Ampner. You will need to book your visit in advance. Check What’s On for the latest information and to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

Elegant country house with highly distinctive gardens

More about this place

Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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What's on

Hinton Ampner   Hampshire

Visiting Hinton Ampner: What you need to know

We have put together some information about what to expect from your visit to Hinton Ampner. All visitors will need to pre book a ticket to be able to visit.

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Girl sitting in a car boot at Ashridge, Herts

Please book ahead before visiting 

The car park, garden, park and toilets at Hinton Ampner will reopen from Wednesday 3 June and you’ll need to book your tickets by 3.00pm the day ​before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Hinton Ampner (6 July - 12 July)

Wed 08 Jul 2020
10:00-10:30
Book your timed entry to visit Hinton Ampner
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Things to see and do

Hinton Ampner's Woodland Walk

Walks at Hinton Ampner  

Discover one of our beautiful walks and explore the rolling Hampshire countryside and thriving natural environment on our estate.

Picture of mushroom shaped topiary at Hinton Ampner

Summer gardens at Hinton Ampner 

Wander through a series of 'rooms' in the gardens of Hinton Ampner this summer and discover the result of one man's vision.

Activities to try at home

National Trust tea and cake set out on a table with spring flowers

Cakes and bakes for you to try at home 

Whether you're a confident cook or a first time baker, try out one of our recipes for a sweet treat.

A child sowing seed in a pot

'50 things to do before you're 11¾' activities to try at home 

Discover some inspiring activities to do at home.

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History

North view of Victorian Hinton Ampner house

The Story of Hinton Ampner 

If you know where to look, there are clues that point to Hinton Ampner's long and storied history, one that stretches back nearly 500 years.

Fire service tackling the blaze at Hinton Ampner, 1960

The fire at Hinton Ampner 

On Sunday 3rd April 1960, Ralph Dutton took to the woods for a walk after lunch. It was a walk he would later regret.

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The south front at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

We need your support 

For 125 years, people like you have helped us protect some of the UK's best-loved places. Everyone needs nature, beauty and green spaces now more than ever. But out income has dropped sharply due to the coronavirus crisis, and our essential conservation work is at risk. Please give what you can to help us look after these places, so people and nature can thrive.

Visitors in the garden at a National Trust place

Experience more with National Trust membership 

As we gradually and safely open more of the places we care for, there’ll be more opportunities to explore gardens and parklands near you. If you’re a member, you can access all these places free, together with most National Trust car parks. It’s so important for everyone to have fresh air, birdsong, big skies and open spaces to enjoy. Your membership will go towards looking after all of this for generations to come.

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