Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Country house mansions nestled into rolling hills, riverside meadows, grand gardens and mature woodland can all be found here. Discover what to see and do - there's something for all the family.

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Stowe

Gardening on the grandest scale in this Georgian landscape garden and park

Hughenden in Autumn surrounded by trees, Buckinghamshire

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Hughenden

Country home of the Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli

Cattle grazing on the estate at Basildon Park, Berkshire.

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Basildon Park

An estate saved from almost certain demolition and lovingly revived

The Fountain of Love, with water falling from statuary into the pool, and a view of the house beyond at the end of a tree-lined broad path, at Cliveden, Buckinghamshire

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Cliveden

Glorious gardens and woodlands overlooking the River Thames

Exterior view of Greys Court, Oxfordshire

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Greys Court

A family home, delightful gardens and an idyllic setting

Blue lights projected on to front of the Manor

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Waddesdon

A beautiful French Renaissance-style château with an extensive art collection, landscaped gardens, aviary and woodland playground.

The exterior of Chastleton House, an early Jacobean building

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Chastleton

Discover the myths and memories of an ancient country house, a compelling time capsule of 400 years of family life

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Nuffield Place

The beloved home of one of the most prolific philanthropists of the 20th century

View of the house behind autumnal red berries at Hughenden, Buckinghamshire

Houses and buildings in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

View of the west wing across the parkland at Hughenden, Buckinghamshire

Countryside and woodland in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Birch tree with a bench during wintertime on Watlington Hill

Walking in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Children near the winter garden at Mottisfont, Hampshire

Family-friendly places in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Visitors dog walking in winter at Cobham Wood, Kent

Dog-friendly places in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Girl enjoying a spoon of frothed milk outside a tearoom

Places to eat in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

The fountain in the parterre garden in winter at Hughenden, Buckinghamshire

Gardens in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

National Trust Surf Ambassadors volunteering to help clear scrub at Sandymouth, Cornwall.

Volunteering in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Image shows part of a decorated Christmas tree in the Octagon Room at Basildon Park, with the room's furnishings visible in the background, including a couch and gold-framed portraits against a red wall

Christmas around Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Plan your 2023 Christmas in Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. This year is shaping up to be a vintage event at our places with all the candlelit glow and festive sparkle you could wish for.

Swans surrounded by blue baubles on the Parterre at Hughenden

The 12 Days of Christmas at Hughenden

Enchanting scenes from the famous carol 'The 12 Days of Christmas' come to life at Hughenden. See swans-a-swimming on a cascade of baubles in the garden, giant gold rings and lots of crocheted characters to spot in the house. There's a 12 Presents of Christmas trail for active kids in the garden, plus storytelling and crafts sessions. From 20 November.

Image shows a family with a young child being carried enjoying a walk around the Christmas trail at Basildon Park during the day, with festive lights hanging between the trees

A Wind in the Willows Christmas at Basildon Park

Inspired by local author Kenneth Graham, there a Wind in the Willows theme breezing through the decorated trees, garlands and twinkling fairy lights at Basildon Park. The magical atmosphere extends outdoors where you'll find woodland creatures and whimsical decorations in the garden. From 18 November.

View towards the Gothic Temple and Palladian Bridge with snow on the ground in December at Stowe, Buckinghamshire

Christmas at Stowe

We can't guarantee snow in the gardens, but we can guarantee a fun-packed wildlife trail through them with giant bird sculptures, puzzles, clues and a search for the elusive fox. There are decorations inside and out at New Inn and Christmas choirs on select days in December. From 18 November

Presents wrapped in gold paper with red ribbon underneath a decorated Christmas tree, alongside old fashioned toboggan

Christmas at Greys Court

Take a trip down memory lane to Christmases past at Greys Court. The family house is full of warmth, nostalgia and the smell of Lady Brunner's gingerbread baking in the kitchen. There's a children's trail around the garden and candelight tours to book on select evenings. From 25 November.

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Autumn Trail

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire

Explore this magical season on a self-led autumnal trail. Grab your wellies and spot the signs of autumn; stomping and squelching your way round the grounds.

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12 Presents of Hughenden - Family Trail

Hughenden, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Uncover a dozen delightful surprises as you roam through the enchanting Hughenden Gardens on our family Christmas trail.

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A Winter’s Tail – Seasonal Wildlife Trail at Stowe Gardens

Stowe Gardens, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

What will you find on this seasonal wildlife trail? Match tails to their owners, spot giant bird sculptures, find clues, solve puzzles and look out for the elusive fox tail!