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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.
Country house mansions nestled into rolling hills, riverside meadows, grand gardens and mature woodland can all be found here. Discover what to see and do - there's something for all the family.
Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank, brings a family festival atmosphere to many of the places in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire over the summer holidays. The programme is jam-packed with playful experiences and drop-in activities, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Hughenden, Cliveden, Greys Court, Basildon Park and Waddesdon.
Experience Helios by Luke Jerram at Basildon Park and explore the sun's hidden beauty and power up close.
Sitting in parkland on the edge of the Chilterns, this stunning Grade 1 listed hotel and spa is part-Jacobean mansion and part-Georgian house.
Views over the Thames from this half-timbered former ferryman’s cottage near the Cliveden estate.
A charming and cosy Thames-side cottage with a pretty garden close to the Thames Path.
Exploring Stowe Gardens on horseback is a great way to experience the landscape, sightlines and views designed to reveal the buildings, statues and monuments located across the grounds.
Discover all about the popular pastime of boating, links to Wind in the Willows, and how to hire a boat to enjoy the River Thames at Cliveden.
Find out about the work of local National Trust volunteering and supporter groups and how to join a group near you.
Head to the Information Centre and collect your free Summer adventures activities leaflet. Running from Tuesday 27 May - Sunday 14 September 2025.
Explore Cliveden your own way this summer, with activities to do whether you want a short stroll or a longer adventure.
2 August: a practical course exploring the lime mortars used for the installation of leaded glazing into masonry apertures.
Bring the whole family to enjoy the summer holidays with our range of fun activities for our Summer of Play, included with admission. Until 28 August, children get free admission to the house and grounds at Waddesdon!
Discover a summer jam-packed with fun here at Hughenden from Thursday 24 July to Sunday 7 September. Normal admission charges apply.
Help Hughenden with the Big Butterfly Count between for Butterfly Conservation’s national annual survey.
Are you ready for a Summer of Play? Join us at Basildon Park this summer holidays.
Join us this summer at Stowe Gardens. Enjoy no work, lots of rest and play all day!
Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.