Discover more at The Vyne
Find out when The Vyne is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Eating and shopping at The Vyne
Fill your boots or grab light snacks in the atmospheric 17th-century Brewhouse. Festive menu highlights include turkey baps, Christmas cookies, mince pies, yule log and mince pie hot chocolate.
Browse seasonally inspired gifts in the shop. You might even find a rare copy of your favourite novel tucked away in the second-hand bookshop in the house.The Brewhouse tea-room
Stepping over the threshold, we’ve got hearty one-pots and steaming soups to help you refuel. Alternatively, you can enjoy a sandwich followed by a delicious home-baked cake or cream tea with a fluffy scone, jam, clotted cream and a hot drink.
Festive menu highlights include turkey baps, Christmas cookies, mince pies, yule log and mince pie hot chocolate. Seating is available inside or in the tea-garden.
The original oak beams and stonework can still be seen inside the 17th-century brewhouse, where hops grown on the estate were made into ale. The cosy interior creates a relaxing place for you to relax after a walk in the woodlands or tour of the house.
Other food outlets
The kiosk is located in the tea garden, this serves hot and cold drinks and snacks. The Snack Shack is located by Visitor Reception, this serves hot and cold drinks and snacks.
Catering for families
Children's lunch boxes are available. Highchairs are available on request and a microwave is located in the ground floor seating area for warming milk. As the tea-room is rather snug, we kindly ask that you leave buggies and pushchairs outside.
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.
Thank you
Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.
Shopping at The Vyne
Located right next to the main house and Brewhouse tea-room, browse exclusive National Trust seasonal ranges, homeware, garden items, accessories, souvenirs and locally sourced treats. All proceeds from the shop go straight back into vital conservation projects at The Vyne. Please note some products in the photo may not be available to buy at The Vyne.
Second-hand bookshop
Tucked away in the servants’ quarters of the house and featuring a bay-fronted window with cushioned seating, this much-loved, welcoming bookshop is well-stocked. Browse novels from crime to comedy, and non-fiction covering a wide range of categories including history, biography, gardening cinema and photography. There are plenty of children's books too, for little ones through to teens.
Donating your second-hand books
We’re always happy to receive your pre-loved reads. Every book we sell provides vital funding for conservation at The Vyne. If you have good quality books you’d like to donate please get in touch.
Thank you
It is through your purchases and support that we are able to continue to care for nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.
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Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Until 5 Jan, 'A Fairytale Christmas at The Vyne' showcases sparkling trees and magical scenes on the ground floor of the house. Discover The Snow Queen’s icy realm, Red Riding Hood’s cunning wolf, Rapunzel's golden braid cascading from a her tower and enchanting decorations inspired by Beauty and the Beast. A free family trail runs in the house and gardens. House ground floor open 11am-3pm, gardens 10am-4pm. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐍𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞-𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞-𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞. Looking ahead to February half-term, don't miss the Pirate Puzzle Challenge in the gardens running 14-22 February, 10am-4pm.
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.
Christmas at The Vyne
Open until 5 Jan 2026 inclusive re-live the magic of best-loved fairy tales. On the ground floor of the house discover The Snow Queen’s icy realm, Red Riding Hood’s cunning wolf and Beauty and the Beast's elegant tea set. A free family trail runs through the house and gardens. House ground floor open 11am-3pm, gardens 10am-4pm. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐍𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞-𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞-𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞.
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.
Exploring the estate at The Vyne
Getting out in nature, discover the wildlife-rich estate at The Vyne and take a walk through ancient woodland.
Things to do in The Vyne house
Until 5 January 11am-3pm, immerse yourselves in the magic of best-loved fairy tales. Explore the ground floor of the house aglow with sparkling Christmas trees and atmospheric lighting. There are eight stories to discover. Free with usual admission. Collect timed tickets for house on arrival - no pre-booking. The Sandys and Chute families made The Vyne their home for over 500 years. They accumulated beautiful and important objects and made significant changes to the house during their lives. Come back after Christmas to enjoy the collection in opulent state rooms and humble servants’ quarters. Read on for more information.
History of The Vyne
The Vyne was once one of the most important Tudor houses in Hampshire. For over 500 years, it was owned and shaped by just two families, the Sandys and the Chutes. Each generation enriched the property, resulting in an incredible collection and range of architecture and interiors, demonstrating the highest quality in design and craftsmanship.
