Wallington

Beautiful frosty morning at Wallington

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, outdoor spaces only at Wallington are open for local visitors to access for walks. You will need to book your visit in advance. Due to ongoing wintry conditions on property, the play areas remain closed

Discover Wallington, where an historical house meets rolling hills, woodlands and walled gardens.

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Visiting information for this winter 

In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.

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What's on

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Please book ahead before visiting

The car park, countryside, walled garden, woodland, cycle trail, Clocktower cafe and courtyard kiosk (take-away only) and courtyard toilets at Wallington are open. You’ll need to book tickets before you visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday, and you can book your tickets until 3pm the day before you visit. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

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A dog walker enjoying the Wallington River Walk

Walking at Wallington  

Put your best foot forward on one of the many walks around the Wallington estate, from a gentle 1 mile woodland stroll to a rugged 6 mile hike.

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Timed entry to Wallington (18 Jan - 24 Jan)

Tue 19 Jan 2021
10:00-14:30
Book your timed entry to visit Wallington.
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Eating

A member of staff serving a cup of coffee

Grab a bite to eat

Open 10:00am-4:00pm every day, the Courtyard Café serves hot and cold drinks and light snacks to takeaway. Safety measures include screens at tills and collection points, a one way system and face coverings for all indoor areas. We only accept card payments at the moment. We look forward to welcoming you, thank you for your support in making this a safe experience for everyone.

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Wildlife

Red Squirrel at the wildlife hide

Wildlife at Wallington 

There's plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife at Wallington. See red squirrels in action and watch birds on the feeders from our wildlife hide. Find out about the important conservation work we do to look after the many species that live here.

A native White-clawed Crayfish at Wallington

Looking after native species 

The Countryside team here, along with other leading ecological organisations, are working hard to safeguard the future of some of the most critically endangered native species in the country. Read about the conservation project now underway to protect the native White-clawed Crayfish.

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Our work

A lady brushing dust off a shell into a vacuum cleaner nozzle held by a man

Take a closer look at the Cabinet of Curiosities 

The conservation team worked hard in the Cabinet of Curiosities, cleaning and checking all the weird and wonderful objects on display, to make sure they can be enjoyed by everyone for generations to come.

Volunteer in Wallington Garden

Get involved  

Volunteers help make Wallington the special place that it is. If you're interested in getting involved by lending a hand in the garden or helping with our visitor activities, please get in touch.

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History

Portrait of Walter Calverly Blackett

The Blacketts and the building of Wallington 

Have you ever wondered which family had the greatest influence over the landscapes and architecture of Wallington? Discover more about the Blackett family and their extensive work.

Portrait of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown by Nathaniel Dance

Discover the 'Capability' Brown connection  

Explore the connection of local boy Lancelot 'Capability' Brown to the Wallington estate.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Wallington on the National Trust Collections website

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