Kingston Lacy

Start 2019 as you mean to go on. Whatever your goals, that list of things you’ve always wanted to do is possible and between the house, garden and wider estate at Kingston Lacy we will have something to keep you inspired the whole year through…

Following a sell-out performance in London, renowned singer songwriter David McAlmont brings his unique show to Kingston Lacy for an exclusive performance at the home William John Bankes, whose story inspired his work.

Walk through the Kingston Lacy gardens at this time of year and you will find carpets of brilliant white. With over 40 varieties of snowdrop, the spectacular display at Kingston Lacy is a welcome sign that spring is on its way.

The house at Kingston Lacy in Dorset is a treasure trove of art work and the exotic, all courtesy of the Bankes family and their colourful past. To enjoy the house book your timed entry ticket now via the What's on page.

With crisp air and the crunch of frosty leaves underfoot, the garden at Kingston Lacy is as sure to delight in winter as much as any other season.

Did you know we have 8,500 acres of unspoilt countryside at Kingston Lacy? Whether you fancy a walk, run or cycle ride, you'll find plenty of ways to explore the wider estate.

Throughout this year we have been restoring the Parterre at Kingston Lacy in order to return it back to its former glory and improve it for the future.

Since 2009 the National trust has been securing funding to bring Walter Bankes’ dream Victorian Kitchen Garden back to life.  As part of the ongoing restoration of the kitchen garden we have now turned our attention to the Vinery...  

The National Trust manages Holt Heath National Nature Reserve (NNR), and this year we are carrying out a restoration project on the mire system. This work will improve the natural habitat for specialist wildlife and plants in the more such as the bogbean, curlew, marsh gentian and sphagnum mosses.

Choose from a great range of gifts or souvenirs, from therapeutic colouring books for the mindful soul to tasty jams for your favourite foodie.

The Stables café at Kingston Lacy always has something delicious and seasonal on the menu.

Find your next good read at the Potting Shed bookshop, tucked away behind the Fernery in the garden at Kingston Lacy.

Looking for a new challenge? Help bring the house to life by volunteering at Kingston Lacy. Take a look to find out more about becoming a room guide and other volunteering opportunities.

Working at Kingston Lacy means doing something different everyday. You can find the latest job vacancies right here on our website.