Whatever the weather at Waddesdon

Whatever the weather you can wander in your wellies at Waddesdon Manor. See the stark beauty of nature and spot winter wildlife. We've plenty of puddle splashing opportunities, snowdrops to gaze upon and trees to run around. Don't forget to bring the dog with you for some four-legged fun. Afterwards, let us warm you through the colder months with hot drink and food in our cosy Stables cafe.

Just because Jack Frost maybe nipping at your nose you can still get outside and enjoy the fun of being outdoors. It's been proven having time outside in nature will ease anxiety, make you feel calmer and is just great fun.

When are we open?

10am-4pm, weekends only, from Sat 5 January to Sun 24 Mar 2019

Woodland Playground

Open 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun from 5 Jan to 24 Mar 2019

Have fun in our woodland playground
Woodland playground at Waddesdon Manor, Bucks
Have fun in our woodland playground

Our playground winds through the trees, making the most of the natural environment.Little ones can play safely on seesaws, swings and soft bark, while older children can whizz down our giant contour slide or traverse climbing frames.

Outdoor adventures

Small child splashing in puddles, Waddesdon Manor, Bucks

50 things to do before you're 11¾ at Waddesdon 

Have outdoor adventures and at the same time tick off some of you're 50 things to do before you're 11¾ in the grounds at Waddesdon. Run around in the rain, build a den or track wild animals along Miss Alice's Drive.

A moustached laughing chick from the aviary at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

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Have you seen our beautiful Rococo aviary with its exotic residents? In colder weather they maybe hiding but see if you can spot any. Historically it housed mainly parrots, today you'll see colourful pigeons, doves and pheasants to name a few. Open 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 5 January to 24 March 2019.

Children climbing a tree along the woodland trail at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Adventure in the gardens 

With just a little bit of imagination you can create adventures of your own in the gardens. Whose that peeking round the tree? Can you stand as still as one of our historic statues? Have fun exploring for mini beasts and wildlife along Miss Alice's Drive. The opportunities are endless.

A grey squirrel munching on a nut, Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire
Waddesdon Manor   Buckinghamshire

Wildlife spotting at Waddesdon Manor

Keep your eyes peeled and look up and down, to spot some of the native animals and insects as you walk around the gardens at Waddesdon.

See more about the gardens
Winter trees in the gardens of Waddesdon Manor

Winter walks at Waddesdon 

Explore the beautiful grounds and beyond at Waddesdon this winter. Wrap up warm and burn off some of those festive calories.

Grab a hot snack

Stables cafe at Waddesdon Manor, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire

Stables Cafe 

Brave the elements and whatever the weather head to the Stables Cafe, where you can warm yourself through to your toes with artisan hot chocolate, delicious lunches and tempting cakes. Open 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 5 Janury to 24 March 2019.

Food to go at Waddesdon Manor, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire

Manor Courtyard Coffee Bar 

Grab a freshly made baguette, hot sausage roll, cakes and pastries or hot and cold drinks from our coffee bar. Right next to the Manor Shop, with outside seating and covered seating in the Powerhouse. Open 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 5 Jan to 24 Mar 2019.

Shelter from the rain

Gloved hands clasp a steaming hot chocolate at Waddesdon Manor

The Powerhouse

Grab yourself a hot drink and head to the Powerhouse, the perfect place to shelter from the elements. Watch our series of rolling films on Waddesdon, while you warm up from the cold. Located opposite the Manor Shop Courtyard. Open 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 5 January to 24 March 2019.

The Wine Cellars at Waddesdon Manor, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire

Wine celllars 

If the heavens open and it gets a little wet, head to the wine cellars and shelter for a while. Created in 1994 to celebrate the association of the Rothschild family with some of the finest wines in the world for more than 100 years. Open 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 5 January to 24 March 2019.

Visiting Waddesdon Manor with your dog at Christmas, Waddesdon, Bucks

Whatever the weather bring the dog too 

When planning you're outdoor adventure, don't forget you can bring the dog too. With plenty of open spaces, three dog friendly short walks and two long walks across the wider estate. They can go anywhere, except the Aviary, Woodland Playground and formal Parterre.

Check out our doggy dos and don'ts before visiting
Friends and their dog enjoy food at the Stables cafe at Waddesdon

Winter weekends at Waddesdon 

This January to March be inspired by the great outdoors and enjoy walks in the gardens and wider estate. Snuggle under a blanket, spend time with friends and don't forget to bring your dog. Sat-Sun 10-4, 5 Jan-24 Mar.