Uppark House and Garden

Important notice -

The gardens, estate walks, bookshop and café are currently open. The house will re-open later on in the year. To avoid disappointment, we recommend that you book your visit in advance.

A tranquil 17th-century house set within intimate gardens and woodland.

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Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open to visit. From 17 May, we're reopening houses in England, and subject to government confirmation, we're planning to open houses in Wales from 17 May and in Northern Ireland from 24 May. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you visit and follow government guidance.

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What's on 

Uppark House and Garden   West Sussex

Please book ahead before visiting

We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment please book your visit in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. However, where space is available on weekdays, pre-booking may not always be necessary. The garden, grounds, cafe, bookshop and toilets are open. The house is currently closed.

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Whats On

Uppark House and Grounds

Visiting Uppark - What you need to know 

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

Spring Narcissi at Uppark House and Garden

Spring in the garden at Uppark 

Discover what hidden spring gems there are in the gardens at Uppark.

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Things to see and do

Things to see and do

Spring Narcissi at Uppark House and Garden

Spring in the garden at Uppark 

Discover what hidden spring gems there are in the gardens at Uppark.

Flower-filled garden meadow at Uppark

Walks at Uppark 

It's the perfect time to enjoy a walk through Uppark's gardens and woodlands.

Hare among grass and thistles

Spotting hares at Uppark 

On quiet early mornings in Uppark you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a native brown hare. The permanent grassland and woodland edges here provide the perfect habitat, and in spring they're at their liveliest, as courtship begins.

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Eating and shopping

Eating and shopping

Coffee cup

Spring at Uppark's Café  

Stop by for a coffee, or afternoon tea and cake at our café in the east pavilion.

Wooden shelves stacked with second-hand books and a china jug

The secondhand bookshop at Uppark 

Tucked away in the orangery, Uppark's secondhand bookshop is well worth searching for. Come in and pick up a book to read during your visit to Uppark

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History

View of Uppark, West Sussex by Pieter Tillemans, circa 1728-30

The Story of Uppark 

Uppark’s history stretches as far back as the 14th Century. Discover a story filled with political allegiances, pioneering conservation, tragedy and triumph.

The fire at Uppark on 30th August 1989, West Sussex

The fire at Uppark 

Tragedy struck Uppark in 1989 when much of the house was destroyed by fire. An incredible rescue operation was soon followed by the Trust's most complex restoration.

Portrait of H. G. Wells as a young man

The H. G. Wells connection 

The famous science fiction writer H. G. Wells spent some of his youth at Uppark, after his mother became the new Housekeeper in 1880.

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Our work 

Archaeological dig for the historic paths at Uppark, West Sussex

Uppark historic paths restoration appeal 

Help restore Uppark’s historic path network and enable full access to its outstanding views.

Donate now to improve access to these historic views
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South front of the house from the meadow at Uppark House and Garden, West Sussex.

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 walking in the garden in spring at Belton House, Lincolnshire

Experience more with National Trust membership 

Now more than ever, we all need access to nature, fresh air and open spaces. Become a member today and you can explore our outdoor places and park at most of our car parks free of charge. What's more, your membership will go towards looking after nature, beauty and history for generations to come.

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