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Cellar Tours at Arlington Court

Step below stairs at Arlington Court and explore the hidden cellars beneath the main house. On this guided tour, discover rarely seen spaces and uncover the architectural clues that reveal how these rooms may once have been used.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Ever wondered where the original kitchens were, where servants once worked, or what lies beneath the main house at Arlington Court? Now is your chance to find out.

Join one of our guided cellar tours and step below stairs to explore a fascinating part of the house that has never before been open to the public. These spaces, dating back nearly 200 years, were once the working heart of the estate.

Today, the cellars are used for storage, but their walls still reveal clues about how they may once have been used. While few written records survive and the exact purpose of some rooms remains uncertain, our guides will share what we can uncover from the architecture, layout and physical evidence that remains.

This tour focuses on the design and structure of the cellars, offering a rare chance to explore hidden spaces and piece together the story of how this part of the house might have functioned in the past.

Tours are free, but normal admission applies. Please enquire at reception upon arrival if you wish to join a tour — they are first-come, first-served, so space cannot be guaranteed.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The cellar tour is not wheelchair accessible. It has narrow hallways, low beams, uneven floors, and low lighting, and is unsuitable for those with mobility or vision impairments. As a working cellar, below ground level, the air may be damp, dusty, or heavy.

Meeting point

Meeting outside the Vine Education Room - found by the back of the main house, following the path to the right of the main toilets.

Suitability for children

accompanied children welcome

What to bring and wear

Please wear sensible shoes, as some flooring may be uneven.

Upcoming events

Arlington Court: A Home for Nature 

Discover Arlington Court through the lens of Rosalie Chichester with this new summer exhibition.

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5 Nov to 9 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 4 other dates or times

Guided wider estate walks - Fungi foray 

Join us for a free guided walk and learn about the wonderful fungi you might see growing on the estate.

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7 Nov to 15 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Guided wider estate walks - Active Hike 

Join one of our guided walks to explore the wilder side of Arlington, venturing into the little known parts of the estate.

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17 Nov to 15 Dec 2026
at 10:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

Bring a friend for free this Christmas 

Any member with a valid membership card or visitor who pays full entry is welcome to bring a friend for free between 21 - 30 Nov (please check the website for opening hours/days).

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21 Nov to 30 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 5 other dates or times