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Uppark House and Garden
A tranquil 17th-century house set within intimate gardens and woodland.
South Harting, Petersfield, West Sussex, GU31 5QR
Important notice
Uppark House & Garden is now closed until summer 2025
- Café
- Car park
- Dogs allowed
Dogs are allowed everywhere on site on short leads except the main cafe, tunnels and main house. Assistance dogs are permitted throughout the site.
- Toilet
Accessible toilet available in Second-Hand Bookshop. Accessible parking available in main car park. For more information on access, please view our access statement below.
- Accessible route and/or map
- Accessible toilet
- Designated parking
- Drop-off point
- Induction loop
- Level access to food outlet
- Level access/terrain
- Photograph album
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
Our woodland walk has steps at the start and beginning of the route.
- Wheelchairs available
Please contact the property via email to pre-book one of our wheelchairs.
- By road
5 miles south-east of Petersfield on B2146, 1½ miles south of South Harting
Parking: Free, 300 yards from Mansion
- On foot
South Downs Way within ¾ mile
- By train
Petersfield 5½ miles
- By bus
Visit Uppark House & Garden by bus using the Route 54 service. From Monday to Saturday, Stagecoach will do the driving as you enjoy the beautiful views of the South Downs from your window. Open the timetable here: https://bustimes.org/services/54-chichester-petersfield
- Cycling
- Notes
Due to its high elevation Uppark is vulnerable to extreme weather conditions particularly in the winter months. This can lead to closure of the property at short notice. To avoid disappointment please call check opening arrangements before setting out.
Planning your visit
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Uppark House & Garden Closure
The house and gardens will be closed until late summer 2025 whilst a major maintenance project is carried out. This project will secure the future of the site and improve facilities for visitors.
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Highlights
House
A 17th-century house with views as far as the English Channel.
Garden
Gradually restored to its original 19th-century design, with meadow, woodland and the wide glade.
Cafe
What was the old Orangery is now a glorious cafe with stunning views across the South Downs, come and enjoy a warming treat in this beautiful setting.
Second-hand Bookshop
Previously the laundry room, delve into the shelves and pick yourself something good to read. The bookshop sits alongside the cafe, so you can pull up a chair, a book and enjoy a cup of tea.
Walks
Enjoy our Meadow Walk with views across the South Downs, or walk under the canopy on our Woodland Walk. The South Downs Way is also accessible on foot from Uppark.
Things to see and do
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Uppark House & Garden Closure
The house and gardens will be closed until late summer 2025 whilst a major maintenance project is carried out. This project will secure the future of the site and improve facilities for visitors.
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The house at Uppark
Uppark is currently closed for essential repairs until summer 2025. Take a look inside this classic historical house, filled with exquisite furnishings from all over the world, and discover what life was like below stairs for serving staff.
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The garden at Uppark
On entering Uppark through the 'golden gates' you'll be greeted by an open glade surrounded by shrubs and trees, within a walled garden. A scented garden creates a peaceful space to unwind, and the Gothick Seat allows you to sit and relax with views across to the Solent.
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Explore the grounds at Uppark
Take a stroll through the surrounding grounds at Uppark. Discover far-reaching views, wooded walks and the different wildlife that calls this place home.
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Family-friendly things to do at Uppark
Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Uppark in West Sussex, from servants' quarters and tunnels, to woods for den-building and a wild flower meadow for picnics.
Eating
Eating at Uppark
The café serves hot and cold drinks, snacks and a selection of scones and bakes. Pick up something delicious and pick somewhere to enjoy the views of the panoramic South Downs.
Upcoming events
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The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck Outdoor Theatre
Quantum Theatre is back with a brand new adaptation of the much-loved Beatrix Potter Tale, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck.
About Uppark House and Garden
Uppark House & Garden is now closed until late summer 2025 for a major maintenance project.
History
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The history of Uppark
Explore over 400 years of history, from the early estate to the last owners. Discover when grand decorations and furnishings were added, and substantial renovations took place.
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The history of the garden at Uppark House and Garden
Look back in time through the history of the gardens at Uppark, dating back to the early 18th century, which has shaped how they appear today.
Our work
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Uppark House & Gardens closure
This project will repair some of the key facilities at Uppark, securing the site for the enjoyment of visitors and tenants in the future.
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Conserving the dolls’ house at Uppark
Items from Uppark’s dolls’ house have undergone its biggest conservation project in decades. Discover how conservators cleaned and repaired the tiny textile pieces.
Project
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Restoring Uppark's historic path network
There is a network of historic paths at Uppark that have been covered over for many years. Find out about the work we are doing to restore them using old maps and photographs.
Art and collections
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The dolls’ house at Uppark
The Palladian-style 18th-century dolls’ house at Uppark is one of only a surviving few. Built on a grand scale, it features opulently decorated rooms and beautifully dressed dolls.
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Uppark House and Garden’s collection
Explore the many impressive items in the collection at Uppark, from ornate furniture to one of the country’s most important dolls’ houses.