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Conservation Care Tour

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Claydon House?

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

Learn more about the conservation work that goes into caring for this amazing property on a special, guided tour. Peer behind doors that are usually closed to discover the work our conservation team undertake to look after the property and its collection for future generations.

The tour will last approximately 1.5 hours. The tour is free but normal admission prices apply. Free for National Trust members.

The tour takes place across multiple floors at Claydon House, so isn't accessible for those in wheelchairs and/or those unable to manage stairs.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children welcome.

Meeting point

Pre-booked tours only, meet in Visitor Reception. Doors will open 10 minutes before each tour start time.

Accessibility

The tour takes place across multiple floors at Claydon House, so isn't accessible for those in wheelchairs and/or those unable to manage stairs.

Contact info

Central Booking Office

Upcoming events

Claydon Concerts: Lucy Bignall and Prajna Indrawati 

A rare opportunity to experience world‑class chamber music in the historic intimacy of Claydon House.

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on
17 May 2026
at 17:00 to 19:00

Introductory House Tour 

A short introductory tour giving a brief overview of the history of Claydon House.

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on
22 May to 29 May 2026
at 10:30 to 11:30+ 1 other date or time

Claydon and the English Civil War Tour 

Royalists and Parliamentarians, fathers and sons, duty and honour.

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on
22 May 2026
at 12:00 to 13:30

Luke Lightfoot Tour 

Who was Luke Lightfoot? Find out more about the elusive figure who created much of Claydon as we see it today.

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on
29 May 2026
at 12:00 to 13:30