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Servants of Berrington: Basement tours

Step into the hidden world of Berrington Hall's servants.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join our knowledgeable volunteers on a guided tour through the basement, where you'll explore the rooms and corridors hidden from view to the original owners and their guests.

Discover the daily lives and duties of the butler, footmen, housekeeper, and maids and experience what working life was like for them during the Georgian period and beyond.

16 places per tour.

Booking available on the day at Visitor Reception. Ask the welcome team on arrival about reserving your place.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking details

Please book your place on the tour on arrival at Visitor Welcome.

Meeting point

Book your place on arrival at Visitor Reception. Once it's time for your tour head to the mansion house.

Accessibility

The basement is only accessible via stairs.

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of Play at Berrington Hall 

Make the most of the warmer months with a family adventure at Berrington Hall.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

The Georgian Summer Party trail 

This summer, join us in the flower garden for Georgian lawn games and tea party activities.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

The Georgian summer party 

See how the Georgian’s liked to party in 1784 with playful displays throughout the mansion house.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

Garden history tours 

Every Wednesday Les Smith, long-term garden volunteer, leads guided tours around the gardens at Berrington Hall.

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on
30 Jul to 24 Sep 2025
at
12:15 to 13:45
+ 8 other dates or times