A Rothschild House and Gardens
Get outdoors in the early Spring with our range of adult and family activities. Have fun on one of our trails, become an orienteering astronaut or stargaze from the parterre. This is the perfect time to enjoy the countryside.
Surrounded by views of Oxfordshire, the Chilterns Hills, the Vale of Aylesbury and just a train ride away from London, Waddesdon Manor, is an ideal place for relaxing with family and friends.
Explore this French Renaissance-style château built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 to entertain the fashionable world and to house his collection of fine art. We're continuing the tradition today of entertainment and hospitality with events celebrating food and wine, and opportunities for you to explore our history, collections and gardens through changing exhibitions and special interest days.
Step back in time in the Victorian style gardens, gaze at flamboyant colours on the parterre amid the ornate fountains and statuary. Unearth the rare and exotic birds housed in the roccoco style Aviary found in the heart of the gardens or you can spend a fun filled day with the family, be an adventurer in the woodland playground which winds through the trees, making use of the natural environment to create a magical area to play. Why not explore the trail around the gardens; hunt for bugs and spot wildlife along our woodland walk?
There's fresh, homemade food including cakes and other treats for you in our restaurants and food-to-go outlets. Shop for wine, great gifts and unique pieces inspired by the collection in our Manor shop.
Waddesdon Manor is managed by the Rothschild Foundation (charitable trust) on behalf of the National Trust. National Trust members have free admission to the gardens and house but are advised to pre-book house tickets as there are limited numbers and often sell-out. Pre-book online or by phone 01296 820414. All proceeds from Waddesdon's restaurants and shops is invested in the care of the gardens, house and collections.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £11.00 |
| Child | N/A | £5.50 |
| Family | N/A | £27.50 |
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Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £9.00 |
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Group Child
Minimum group size 15
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N/A | £4.50 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £11.00 |
| Child | N/A | £5.50 |
| Family | N/A | £27.50 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £9.00 |
| Group Child | N/A | £4.50 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £21.00 |
| Child | N/A | £11.50 |
| Family | N/A | £53.50 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £18.00 |
| Group Child | N/A | £9.00 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
TICKETS: Grounds ticket required to visit the House. Entry via timed ticket (inc National Trust members). TO BOOK: In advance online for free at waddesdon.org.uk or call 01296 820414 (£3 booking fee). ACCESSIBILITY: Accompanying carers receive free entry to house and grounds. SPECIAL EVENTS: Additional charges apply for Summer Fest and the decorated rooms at Christmas.
GROUNDS OPEN: (winter) 10-4, Wed-Sun 1 Feb-22 Mar. (spring to autumn) 10-5, Wed-Sun 25 Mar-1 Nov. HOUSE OPEN: 12-4, Wed-Fri (inc Bachelors' Wing) and 11-4, Sat-Sun 25 Mar-1 Nov. HOUSE BANK HOLIDAYS: 11-4. TICKETS: book online for free www.waddesdon.org.uk or call 01296 820414 (£3 booking fee). HELPFUL INFO: Advance house ticket booking essential at weekends, public/school holidays and Christmas. Recommended last entry 2.30; last ticket 3.10. Grounds ticket valid from 10am-5pm. SPECIAL EVENTS: Summer Fest 4-5 July; Chilli Fest 5-6 Sept; Christmas Decorations 14 Nov-3 Jan; Christmas Fair 14 Nov-23 Dec. PROPERTY CLOSURES: Closed on Mon & Tues unless otherwise stated. Grounds 13, 18, 19 & 20 Mar. Whole property 6-31 Jan; 2-13 Nov & 24-26 Dec.
