Discover more at Hinton Ampner
Find out when Hinton Ampner is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Eating and shopping at Hinton Ampner
A wide range of homewares, locally made crafts and plants are available in the shop and our café serves seasonal specials and homemade bakes.
Our shop
Looking for something different from the regular high street shops? You will discover a variety of presents and treats, as well as items for the home and garden. There is always a great mix of local products as well as National Trust favourites.
Gardenware and plants
In our outdoor plant area we stock a wide range of garden accessories and plants. All of our plants are 100% peat free. From colourful florals to fruits, vegetables & herbs you'll be sure to find something to add to your own garden. Starting from as little as £3, we can help brighten up a corner or establish a whole new floral bed. We also stock some of our favourite plants that you can see in the gardens such as the rose 'Whiter Shade of Pale' - this way you can take a little bit of our garden, into yours. We also stock lots of gardenware like our decorative stakes and weather chimes. They make a great gift for that someone special.
Fashion & homeware
Here at the National Trust, we have developed products that are inspired by the special places in our care. This summer, don't miss out on our bold and colourful range inspired by Summerhouses. Featuring bright and contrasting colours, this range can be found on classic silk scarves, essential summer bags and even decorative pillows. Patterns inspired by the nature around us also feature on our ceramics range, with cow parsley and ferns taking pride of place. We also stock a wellness range featuring sleep sprays and scented soaps - the rosemary and kelp soap bar is a particular favourite!
Tasty treats
If you're feeling a little peckish or you'#re after something to take home - look no further. From sweet treats to delightful drinks, you can find something for everyone. Our Sour cherry curd is a popular product and can be used in baking as well as being a delicious toast topper. Our traditional clotted cream fudge can also be found on the shelves alongside our range of chocolate bars.
Loving local
We are committed to supporting local businesses and stock a range of locally made bath and beauty products as well as delicious jams, honeys, preserves and a range of craft beers and ciders all made within Hampshire and West Sussex.
Why not try a soap from Cyril's Soap Shed, an award winning handmade natural goats’ milk soap made using the raw milk from a small herd of happy goats, who live on a New Forest smallholding?
We also stock Chalkdown Wine. They are a small, independent wine producer on the Haewood Farm Estate in Hampshire. Perfect for a special event or even an end of week treat!
Second-hand bookshop at Hinton Ampner
Pick up your next page turner in the second-hand bookshop. From children's books to cookery and fiction to crime - there really is something for everyone! All books have been kindly donated by you, and every purchase supports the work we do to care for Hinton Ampner.
Café closure for refurbishment
Please note that our main café is currently closed for refurbishment. It is scheduled to reopen on 5th July. Café kiosk offers are operating on site serving: hot & cold drinks, sandwiches, pasties & sausage rolls as well as sweet treats and ice cream. You are very welcome to bring a picnic, there are lots of benches on site and areas to lay picnic rugs.
Eating in the café
Our café is the perfect place to relax and satisfy your taste buds during your visit. Housed in one of the oldest buildings on the Hinton estate, the café was formerly the stable block, as well as the village Social Club, making it a historic hub of activity that's no different today.
There are indoor and outdoor seating areas in the café. Dogs are welcome in all areas except the cafe servery.
What’s on the menu?
Our cafe is the perfect stop on your adventures. Delicious treats and and savoury specials await. Why not start your visit with a sausage and bacon bap to fuel your day's adventures?
Our soups and one pots change regularly, such as our chichken and tarragon one pot - perfect for lunch time. Popular dishes are also on the menu with freshly backed sausage rolls and warming jacket potatoes with all of your favourite fillings.
Looking for something sweet? We have classic fruit scones and cheese scones, both available as sweet and savoury cream teas. If a classic slice of cake is more your style, we have a changing range available from our baked goods counter.
Out hot food is served between from 12 noon-3.00pm. There’s a range of gluten and dairy-free food available, and drink alternatives (soya or oat) for hot drinks. If you bring your own re-usable cup, you can take advantage of a 25p discount on your hot beverage.
During busy periods, we also have some smaller outlets open serving hot and cold drinks as well as light bites and ice creams.
Children's choices
For younger diners, grab a fun kids' pick and mix lunch box, full of tasty and balanced treats. Youngsters can make up their own packed lunch, choosing what they want from the range of sandwiches, drinks, fruit and snacks. Child-sized hot meals are also available every day.
Thank you
Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.
Allergen information
Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free.
If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.
Always check when you visit
Visited before? We sometimes change our recipes to improve quality and flavour, including the ingredients. When you visit, please speak to one of our team to check the current allergen information for your favourite dish.
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The house at Hinton Ampner
This is a house that has sprung up from the ashes. With lavish interiors and beautiful collections, you’ll go on a journey through centuries of design influences.
The garden at Hinton Ampner
Discover clipped topiary contrasting with brick walls, a Walled Garden abundant with produce and flower borders that transform throughout the seasons. There are weekly tours of the garden with our Garden Guides and our garden team. Please visit our events page for more information and dates of the tours.
The estate at Hinton Ampner
Choose from a range of different walks to explore this wide-ranging estate. Find out about the ancient trees that make their home here or an important battle from the Civil War.
History of Hinton Ampner
Find out how this historic house rose from the ashes in the 1960s. Discover the mark each owner made over the centuries, from Tudor beginnings to neo-Georgian styling.
Places to eat
Discover a range of cafés, restaurants and tea-rooms at the places in our care across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Find a place to eat near you, as well as special deals and allergen information.
Places to eat in Hampshire
There are plenty of cafés for you to visit in Hampshire. Tuck into delicious meals and snacks, often handmade using seasonal ingredients. Or pack a hamper and find the perfect spot for a picnic.
Second-hand bookshops
Pick up a book from a second-hand bookshop to keep or share. Every purchase will raise funds for conservation projects at the places in our care.
Treat yourself
Looking for the perfect gift or perhaps you're in lneed of some retail therapy? You can browse our full range via our online shop.
