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Heritage Open Days at Chastleton

13 September, 1-5pm: enjoy free entry to the house and gardens at Chastleton for Heritage Open Days.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Chastleton is a rare gem of a Jacobean house, barely changed for over 400 years. Behind its Cotswold stone exterior is an atmospheric time capsule. It's home to nationally significant textiles, rare Jacobite glass, and family portraits. As you explore, you'll find out more about the bohemian family who made Chastleton their home from the 1950s.

Outside, you can stroll through an intimate series of spaces including the Best Garden, Kitchen Garden, Wilderness Walk and croquet lawns where the rules of the game were codified. Within high protective walls, our gardens exude a sense of peace and relaxation.

You can enjoy free entry to Chastleton for Heritage Open Days from on Saturday 13 September, 1-5pm. Please note that last entry to the house is at 4pm to allow sufficient time to enjoy your visit.

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The basics

Meeting point

Visitor reception is located next to the car park. From here, there is a short, gently-sloping walk to the house and garden.

Accessibility

Accessible parking available close to the house (please go to visitor reception first to get your entry ticket). No step-free access to the house. House has one wheelchair for ground floor use only. Accessible toilets near the house and in visitor reception. Braille guides available. Induction loop in visitor reception. Baby changing facilities. Assistance dogs only in the house and garden.

Upcoming events

Event

Behind Closed Doors: Textiles Tour 

24 June, 29 July and 30 September: discover more about the unique textiles collection at Chastleton, from handstitched and woven items dating back to the 17th century to more contemporary items.

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24 Jun to 30 Sep 2025
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14:00 to 16:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Inspired by Chastleton 

8 July, 5 August, 2 September: bring a paintbrush, pencil, camera or notebook and enjoy an art focussed, out-of-hours garden opening.

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8 Jul to 2 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 15:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Behind Closed Doors: Chastleton Conservation Tour 

27 May and 28 October: spend the afternoon with our conservation team discovering Chastleton’s unique approach to conservation and what goes on behind the scenes to preserve this Cotswold gem.

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28 Oct 2025
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14:00 to 16:00