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The Vyne
Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 17th-century family home, set in gardens, woodlands and wetlands.
Vyne Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL
Opening times for 7 December 2023
Asset Opening time House 11:00 - 15:00 Garden 10:00 - 16:00 Shop 10:30 - 15:30 Tea-room 10:00 - 15:30 Last entry into the gardens 3pm. Last entry into the house 2.30-3pm. Hot lunch menu finishes at 2.30pm. Site closed 24 & 25 Dec. Except for this, house open daily until 1 January 2024.
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Ticket type Gift aid Standard Adult £15.40 £14.00 Child £7.70 £7.00 Family £38.50 £35.00 one-adult family £23.10 £21.00 Group Adult £13.30 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Book shop
located inside the house and subject to house opening times.
Shop
see opening times
Car park
During wet weather the grass overflow has to close and cars park on hard standing. We then usually need several days of warm weather to dry the overflow out before reopening it.
Tea room
see opening times
Dogs
On a lead at all times, not allowed in the house, shop, servery or first floor of tearoom or the play area off the Lime Avenue. You can now take your dog into the ground-floor seating area of the Brewhouse tea-room. We suggest you have min two people in your group so one can sit with the dog while the other orders. Assistance dogs welcome across the site.
Toilet
one block near to visitor reception, another by the tearoom.
Now that the reservoir project has ended, please be aware of deep water by the main bridge. Paths in the grounds are uneven at times. Woodland paths are difficult to navigate due to tree roots. Accessible toilets are located at the tea-room which is 1,200m from the car park.
Accessible route and/or map
Accessible route through the gardens with hard gravel pathways.
Ramped access/slopes
Movable ramp at house entrance
Accessible toilet
In both toilet blocks
Seating available
There are benches at various points in the gardens.
Designated parking
Limited Blue Badge parking available
Steps/uneven terrain
Access to first floor in the house is via a staircase only and this has no handrail. In the woods the paths have tree roots coming across them in places and can get very muddy.
Drop-off point
On the south drive in front of the house.
Wheelchairs available
Limited indoor and outdoor wheelchairs available to reserve for the day. Please call 01256 883858.
By road
Four miles north of Basingstoke between Bramley and Sherborne St John. Entrance to visitor car park is on Morgaston Road. what3words: pizzeria.person.gone
Parking: Parking is free. There is a 1/3 mile walk between visitor reception and the house. Blue badge parking is available. All parking is on hard standing.
Sat Nav: Will not take you to the main car park, instead follow National Trust brown signs and reach the visitor car park off Morgaston Road.
By train
Basingstoke 4 miles - taxi rank available outside of train station. Bramley 2½ miles - requires a walk of 2½ miles from this station. Note: Vyne Road has no foot paths.
Vyne Road, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL
Planning your visit
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Christmas at The Vyne
The curtain rises on The Nutcracker as you explore the gardens and luxuriously decorated ground floor of the house. Families can follow heroes Clara and the Nutcracker as they defeat the villainous Mouse King on indoor and outdoor trails. Look out for plucky gingerbread men, pirouetting snowflakes and savour the sight of a sumptuous banquet in the ‘Land of Sweets’. Runs 25 November 2023 to 1 January 2024. House open 11am-3pm and gardens open 10am-4pm. Closed 24 and 25 December.
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Visiting The Vyne with your dog
The Vyne is a three pawprint rated place. Find out about bringing your dog to The Vyne where you can explore the gardens together.
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Highlights
House
Nationally recognised ‘Treasure House’, pre-Reformation chapel with stained-glass windows, Oak Gallery and tapestry room.
Garden
Lime Avenue leading to a 17th-century summerhouse and 600-year-old oak tree plus a walled garden, orchard and bird hide.
Woodland
Sprawling ancient woodland with three circular walking routes. Accessed via the gardens. Bring walking shoes and wellies in case of muddy patches.
Eating
Cosy Brewhouse tea-room serving light refreshments and hot and cold beverages. The best picnic spot is the north lawn by the wide lake.
Shopping
Just next to the tea-garden, in a former coach house, the shop has highlights from National Trust ranges alongside locally sourced goods.
Things to see and do
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Things to do in The Vyne house
Find out what to see and do in the house at The Vyne. Explore the state rooms and servants' quarters and look out for beautiful treasures.
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Things to do in the garden at The Vyne
Discover what to see and do in the garden all year round at The Vyne. Explore the historic summerhouse, see what’s growing in the walled garden and take a walk by the lake.
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Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Get the most out of the upcoming festive season by finding out the family-friendly things to do at The Vyne from 25 November, from exploring the house to self-led trails at this 17th-century family home.
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Exploring the estate at The Vyne
Discover the estate at The Vyne and take a walk through woodland, looking out for wildlife as you go. What will you spot?
Top trails
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Woodland walk at The Vyne
Uncover forgotten traces of history hidden in the woods, including the remains of a medieval fish pond, on this relaxing circular walking route at The Vyne.
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Morgaston Woods green route
This gentle family-friendly walk at Morgaston Woods, is shorter than the mile-long yellow route but will still give you a healthy dose of the outdoors.
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Morgaston Woods yellow route
This 1 mile route will take you deeper into the woods than the short green route, while still forming a neat circular walk for you to go on and see other things afterwards.
Spotlight events
Pooch Passport at The Vyne
Pick up your free Pooch Passport at participating properties, including The Vyne, and explore some of our top rated places for days out with dogs. Visit six participating places between 1 September 2023 and 29 February 2024 to collect your free treat. Click through for terms and conditions.
Nutcracker Christmas at The Vyne
25 November 2023–1 January 2024 House 11am–3pm, gardens 10am–4pm. Explore the luxuriously decorated ground floor of the house. Follow heroes Clara and the Nutcracker as they defeat the villainous Mouse King on indoor and outdoor trails. Closed 24–25 December.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at The Vyne
Enjoy a refreshment stop in the atmospheric tea-room at The Vyne. Treat yourself to a gift in the shop or get comfy in the window seat while browsing pre-loved books.
Upcoming events
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Pooch Passport
Explore top rated places for days out with dogs. Visit six participating places between 1 September 2023 and 29 February 2024 to collect your free treat. For terms and conditions, visit nationaltrust.org.uk/pooch-passport
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Nutcracker garden trail
25 Nov - 1 Jan, 10am-4pm: Circling The Vyne’s magnificent lake, young explorers can keep their eyes peeled for swans, ballerinas and the North Lawn full of nutcracker soldiers. Trail sheet available at Visitor Reception for £1.50. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.
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Nutcracker Christmas at The Vyne
25 Nov - 1 Jan | House 11am-3pm | Gardens 10am-4pm: Follow heroes Clara and the Nutcracker as they defeat the villainous Mouse King in the gardens and luxuriously decorated ground floor of the house. Family trails available. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.
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Nutcracker house trail
25 Nov - 1 Jan, 11am-3pm: All ages can explore the ground floor of the house lavishly decorated to tell this much-loved Christmas tale. Trail sheet available at Visitor Reception for £1.50. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.
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Valentine heart trail
10-18 Feb 10am-4pm: This February half-term, families can keep their eyes peeled for beautiful hearts hidden in The Vyne’s gardens and complete a fun Valentine quiz. Free trail sheet available at visitor reception.
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Easter adventures at The Vyne
23 March – 14 April, 10am-4pm: Families can roam the gardens as they complete this brainteasing trail. Find the trail points, solve the clues and head to the trail finish to collect your prize. £3 per trail sheet and prize.
About The Vyne
Once an important Tudor palace, this atmospheric mansion has some illustrious connections, from Henry VIII to Jane Austen. Outside, acres of wildlife-rich gardens, meadows and woods create a wonderful space for relaxation and exploration, while the natural play space gives children freedom to let their imaginations take them on fantasy adventures. Sweeping lawns offer lakeside picnicking, and a short stroll reveals a cosy bird hide overlooking the water meadows.
History
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History of The Vyne
Discover centuries of history at The Vyne. Explore the people who shaped the estate, its royal connections to Tudor monarchs and its wartime role.
Art and collections
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The Vyne’s library collection
Find out more about hidden scribbles and drawings in this historic library collection. Discover who drew a cyclops head in a 250-year-old book and which book was chosen to write measurements for home improvements in 1746.
Support us
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Volunteer opportunities at The Vyne
Find out about volunteering with the team at The Vyne. With opportunities of all sorts across the house and estate, you could help protect this special place.