Montacute House

It’s time to kick the leaves, pick the blackberries and look out for autumn’s flying visitors – it’s a good time to spot migratory birds.

You are welcome to enjoy the garden and parkland with your dogs throughout the season.

Explore the history behind the people that once lived in 'the most beautiful Elizabethan house in England'.

Come face to face with kings, queens and explorers in the longest of long galleries.

One of the most important collections given to Montacute House is a outstanding group of 130 samplers that mostly date from the 17th century.

Montacute House has always been an inspirational place - over the years it has fired the imaginations of artists, writers and film makers, including Aardman.

Be inspired by the world of Wallace & Gromit; join one of the expert model makers from Aardman and make your very own Gromit to take home.

Help Gromit to find Wallace before the full moon rises again!

Discover why the front is the back and the back is the front with the help of one of our Volunteer Guides.

Discover how you can help protect the future. Visit the 'Travel to 2050' experience from the campaign for a smarter Britain.

Make yourself at home, and enjoy freshly prepared home-cooked food, from seasonal lunches and freshly baked cakes to homemade soups and sandwiches.

For all book worms out there, you can discover a wide collection of pre-loved books inside an historic stable block.

The shop holds a wide range of gifts, books, greeting cards and seasonal goodies. Worth a visit to grab a perfect present for someone special or, as a treat for yourself.