What's on at Waddesdon Manor
Kate Malone: Inspired by Waddesdon
Kate Malone, one of the UK's leading ceramic artists, will exhibit new work inspired by gardens, collections and archive at Waddesdon. She has drawn inspiration from many elements of the collections, including Sevres porcelain, works on paper...
Fri 30 Sep 2016
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11:00-17:00
The Riches of the Earth - Exhibition and trail throughout the house
Curator: Juliet Carey Waddesdon is full of works of art that celebrate, embody or express the wealth of the Earth. A trail around the house highlights some of these riches - earthenware and porcelain clays worked into vessels and sculptures,...
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 16 other dates
12:00-16:00
Tales from the Archive Exhibition
This year's exhibition focusses on people and how the records we hold in the Waddesdon archives, housed at Windmill Hill, tell us their stories. One highlight will be to share research recently carried out on the visitors who signed Waddesdon's...
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 16 other dates
12:00-16:00
A Closer Look: Spotlight on French Royal Furniture by Jean-Henri Riesener
Waddesdon Manor houses three extraordinary chest of drawers by court cabinet-maker Jean-Henri Riesener, two of which belonged to members of the French royal family. They are among twelve pieces of furniture now at Waddesdon that were originally...
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 16 other dates
12:00-16:00
Persuading the King: A Manuscript Petition by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin (1724-1780)
This display highlights a new addition to the collection at Waddesdon- Gabriel de Saint-Aubin's volume - Placets de l'officier Desbans (1775). This elaborate manuscript petition (placet) was submitted to Louise XVI and Marie-Antoinette by a...
Sat 01 Oct 2016
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12:00-16:00
Step this way: The Red Drawing Room Opened Up
Come into the manor as a 19th-century house guest would have. The Red Drawing room is the central room of the house, connecting the main door with the formal gardens to the south. Baron Ferdinand's guests congregated there before going into...
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 16 other dates
12:00-16:00
Windmill Hill Archive Public Open Afternoons
Explore architecture and art at Windmill Hill, home to Waddesdon archive and the Rothschild Foundation. You'll have a unique opportunity to view the inside of this magnificent building, designed by Stephen Marshall architects.
Wed 05 Oct 2016
+ 2 other dates
14:00-16:00
Behind the Scenes Tour
Learn about life at Waddesdon, how it was used in the 19th century and how it was run.
Fri 07 Oct 2016
10:15-12:15
Introduction to Rothschild Wine
Join us in the wine cellars for a formal tasting of either Rothschild wines from estates across the world.
Sat 08 Oct 2016
12:00-14:00
Cheese and Wine Tasting with the Fine Cheese Company
Wine and Cheese is a match made in heaven. Our hugely popular cheese and wine tasting returns for a 5th year.
Sun 09 Oct 2016
12:00-13:00
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Study session: Sèvres Porcelain
Sèvres porcelain was the most sought-after and desirable porcelain in Europe in the 18th century because of its exceptional quality and inventiveness. Waddesdon's collection is among the best but these qualities are difficult to appreciate when...
Thu 13 Oct 2016
10:15-12:15
Study session: Arms as Art
Discover intricate displays of arms and armour used as 19th century interior decoration and appreciate the skill behind these Renaissance to Rococo fashion statements. There will be an opportunity to handle some key pieces from Waddesdon's...
Wed 19 Oct 2016
10:15-12:15
Horrible Hallowe'en
Throughout half term there will be our ever popular Hallowe'en trail as well as pumpkin carving and much more. Check back nearer the time for full details.
Sat 22 Oct 2016
+ 9 other dates
10:00-15:00
Christmas Cookery School
Ensure Christmas is stress free in the kitchens this year.
Wed 02 Nov 2016
10:30-16:00
Christmas cookery school: traditional
Ensure Christmas is stress-free in the kitchen this year.
Wed 02 Nov 2016
10:30-16:00
Christmas cookery school: venison
Ensure Christmas is stress free in the kitchen this year.
Thu 03 Nov 2016
10:30-16:00
Christmas cookery school: goose
Ensure Christmas is stress free in the kitchen this year.
Fri 04 Nov 2016
10:30-16:00
Champagne Lovers' Dinner
Start your evening with canapes and Waddesdon champagne served by the magnum in the Cellars.
Sat 05 Nov 2016
19:30-22:00
Dazzle@Waddesdon
The Manor's ornate facade will be illuminated from dusk and every 15 minutes the front of the house will be bathed in a sound and light show entitled 'Dazzle@Waddesdon', created by Woodroffe Bassett Design. The 574 bottles in each of the giant...
Wed 09 Nov 2016
+ 39 other dates
11:00-18:00
Magical Materials: Waddesdon Decorated for Christmas
Some of the rooms in the house will be transformed with spectacular Christmas decorations. This year's theme for inside the house is magical materials from the earth and sea. The decorations are inspired by rare, exotic and beautiful materials -...
Wed 09 Nov 2016
+ 39 other dates
11:00-18:00
Field of Light: Bruce Munro
Internationally recognised artist Bruce Munro's immersive installation, Field of Light, returns by popular demand.
Wed 09 Nov 2016
+ 39 other dates
11:00-18:00
The Biscuiteers at Waddesdon
See a 2m long model of Waddesdon Manor made entirely from gingerbread on display in the Coach House. The celebrated hand iced biscuit company Biscuiteers, will create detailed replicas of famous rooms including paintings, furniture, porcelain and...
Wed 09 Nov 2016
+ 39 other dates
11:00-18:00
Christmas Fair
Set against the enchanting backdrop of the floodlit Manor our Christmas fair is a wonderfully festive shopping experience not to be missed.
Wed 16 Nov 2016
+ 19 other dates
11:00-18:00
Create a Felt Christmas Tree
Get involved with our Magical Materials theme by embellishing your own felt Christmas tree decoration. You can choose from a flat, 2D hanging decoration or an upright 3D tree.
Sat 19 Nov 2016
+ 12 other dates
11:00-18:00
Midland Bernese Carters Dogs
Come and meet the beautiful Midland Bernese Carters Mountain Dogs in the Stables area and as they walk through the grounds and up to the Christmas Fair on the South Front of the house. See them pulling their carts decorated with lights and tinsel...
Sun 20 Nov 2016
11:00-18:00
Study session: Housekeeping at Waddesdon, Then and Now
In these ever popular sessions, Waddesdon's housekeeping team explain and demonstrate how they care for the Manor and its wonderful collection. Join our steward, Jane Finch, and her team to discover what goes on behind closed doors during the...
Thu 24 Nov 2016
11:15-16:00
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