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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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Top places to visit in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
Top things to do in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
What's on in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire in May
It's so uplifting seeing nature surge into life in the countryside and gardens. May is often sunny and peaceful in the gardens we look after like Cliveden, Stowe, Hughenden and Greys Court.
May is walking month
There are many walks to follow on the website, just click the 'walking' tile above for gorgeous walks in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire. If you're wanting something a bit more immersive, there are also lots of guided walks on offer this month. From slow-paced meditative walks at Greys Court, to history walks at White Horse Hill and weekly guided walks in the Chilterns. There's a walk for every pace and interest.
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Boating at Cliveden
Experience the beauty of Cliveden Reach from the water. Choose from skippered cruises, self-drive electric launches, rowing boats, Canadian canoes and a pedal boat. To recreate the glamour of 1920s river cruising, you can also hire Lady Astor's beautifully restored Liddesdale launch. Book your boating adventure now.
Places to stay in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
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Hartwell House Hotel and Spa
Sitting in parkland on the edge of the Chilterns, this stunning Grade 1 listed hotel and spa is part-Jacobean mansion and part-Georgian house.
Cliveden Ferry Cottage
Views over the Thames from this half-timbered former ferryman’s cottage near the Cliveden estate.
Lock Cottage
A charming and cosy Thames-side cottage with a pretty garden close to the Thames Path.
Outdoor activities in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
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Horse riding at Stowe Gardens
Exploring Stowe Gardens on horseback is a great way to experience the landscape, sightlines and views designed to reveal the buildings, statues and monuments located across the grounds.
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Boating at Cliveden
Discover all about the popular pastime of boating, links to Wind in the Willows, and how to hire a boat to enjoy the River Thames at Cliveden.
Join your local supporter group
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Supporter groups in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
Find out about the work of local National Trust volunteering and supporter groups and how to join a group near you.
Upcoming events
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail
Cliveden, Maidenhead, BuckinghamshireJoin us from 10 May - 29 June for an enchanting journey inspired by Eric Carle’s beloved children’s book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™.
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Blossom Walk at Cliveden
Cliveden, Maidenhead, BuckinghamshireHead to Cliveden this spring and explore the various blossom trees around the estate. Head to the Information Centre in the Gas Yard and discover the ‘What’s on board’ to plan your blossom walk from Monday 31 March 2025.
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Bluebells Walk at Cliveden
Cliveden, Maidenhead, BuckinghamshireAt this time of year, areas of our ancient woodland come alive with a gorgeous deep blue hue. Bluebells are an essential part of our natural heritage, and a welcoming sign that spring is well under way.
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Arts, Crafts and Hobbies Second-hand bookshop pop-up
Cliveden, Maidenhead, BuckinghamshireDiscover a range of arts, crafts and hobbies books in a pop-up shop this May at Cliveden.
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This Other Eden: An art exhibition at Greys Court, 10 May to 1 June
Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireAn exhibition by two local artists Sarah Pye and Kate Findlay, and a silversmith Janet Richardson.
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Festival of Blossom at Waddesdon Manor
Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireCelebrate the Festival of Blossom in the House and Grounds of Waddesdon Manor
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Significant Signatures: Autograph Letters from the Waddesdon Archive
Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireDiscover this fascinating new display in the Family Room.
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Discovering Jewish Country Houses: Photographs by Hélène Binet
Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireOur exhibition for 2025 showcases a new body of work by one of the world’s leading photographers, Hélène Binet, capturing an extraordinary group of Jewish country houses.