Upton House and Gardens

Upton's award winning transformation is a story in three parts. Find out about the bank staff who evacuated to Upton at the start of WWII. Discover Lord Bearsted's secret war work, and choose which part of his important art collection you would save from the threat of bombing raids. Entry is by timed ticket, these can be booked in advance here.

See the patriotic clothing that inspired Britain's sewers when victory was declared. From 10 September to 9 October, your visit to the house will be enhanced with example of service uniforms and party dresses.

Discover the treasures collected by Lord Bearsted over his lifetime. From rare porcelain to paintings by a wide variety of famous artists. All on display throughout the house just as they were in Lord Bearsted’s time.

The gardens at Upton are home to many varieties of the beautiful Aster flower, launching autumn in the garden from late September with blues and purple.

Upton’s garden team have joined in the wartime spirit with dig for victory planting throughout the gardens. Potato Pete and Dr Carrot proclaimed the benefit and we shall plant them!

Choose from one of these scenic walks and make the most of your day by exploring the surrounding countryside. There's shorter walks for little legs, suggested stops and great views.

Watch and learn as a Chef from AGA shows you how to cook a feast on the ration! The next demo on Thursday 20 October, book here...

Take part in our Poppy themed activities, starting in half term, 22 October – 13 November. We'll be celebrating the end of the Second World War in our Victory presentation, as well as remembering those who gave their lives for their country.

The perfect place to find a memento of your visit. Something new for the garden or a unusual gift for friends. Call in on your next visit and you’ll definitely find something to take home and remember us by.

You won’t be able to resist a browse of our second-hand books. Whether it's a paperback novel or a collector's item you'll find something to grab your attention.

Tasty treats and hearty lunches await, so call in on your visit to fuel up. You can also book the restaurant for functions and parties.

It’s great to get involved in what we do - it’s fun, interesting and social. Everyone involved helps support our cause. So why not see if one of our new roles is right for you? Come along to a drop in day to find out more - 21, 24 & 25 September 2016, 11am-3pm.

Volunteering is a great way to brighten up your days, and the team at Upton invite you to join them.

The mirror pool is a striking feature of Upton's Garden. From the lawn you can look down and see the kitchen garden and colourful terraced reflected in it. But its clay liner has a leak, so we need to drain the pool and reline the pool to see the reflections once again.

Conserving Upton's art collection is an ongoing task. This year we are fundraising to save one of the Old Masters in from Lord Bearsted's Picture Gallery. This was one of his top 40 which he chose to save during the war.

Formerly owned by the family that founded the Shell oil company, Upton House, in Warwickshire has made the switch from oil to a renewable energy heating system.

A group visit to Upton House and gardens has something for every taste.

Are you planning a special trip or get-together this Christmas? Why not come to Upton for a meal and more. Christmas themed tours offer something different and are a lovely way to spend time together getting into the festive spirit.

Discover the story of these generous Upton residents and their enduring influence on the estate.

Learn about Kitty Lloyd Jones and how her arrival in the 1930s radically reshaped the garden.