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Cliveden
Hughenden Manor
Taplow, Nr Maidenhead, Bucks SL6 0JA
High Wycombe, Bucks HP14 4LA
Tel: 01628 605069 Info Line: 01494 755562
Tel: 01494 755573 Info Line: 01494 755565
Email: cliveden@nationaltrust.org.uk
Email: hughenden@nationaltrust.org.uk
Open: 28 Feb to 25 Oct, Daily 11am -6pm.
Open: 4 Mar - 1 Nov, Wed to Sun & Bank Hol Mon.
Prices: Adult £8, Child £4.00, Family £20. NT members free.
11am - 5pm (House opens 1pm)
Set high above the River
Prices: Adult £7.40, Child £3.70, Family £18.40. NT members free.
Thames, Cliveden was the
Gift Aid price, including a voluntary 10% donation; visitors can, however, choose to pay the
glittering hub of society in the
standard admission prices which are displayed at the property and at www.nationaltrust.org.uk
early part of the 20th century
The former home of the great Victorian statesman
when it was the home of the
Benjamin Disraeli, Hughenden provides a
fabulous Astors. In the Grade 1
fascinating glimpse into the private world of one
listed gardens you can explore
of the most colourful and charismatic characters
a series of stunning formal
of his age. New attractions such as introductory
gardens, including the
videos, sound effects and hands-on activities for
breathtaking Parterre, with a
children have been designed to bring this
fine array of statues and
personality to life in a way that will intrigue all ages. With beautiful formal
sculpture, all set within extensive grounds with splendid views of the river.
gardens, woodland walks and trails, home-cooked food in the Stableyard
The magnificent house is now a private hotel, part of which is open to
Restaurant, and an attractive gift shop, Hughenden has something for
National Trust visitors on Thursday and Sunday afternoons (Apr to Oct).
everyone. Don't miss the thriving Walled Garden, now open on Thursdays
With river trips, shop, restaurant, refreshment kiosk and picnic areas.
and Fridays.
Waddesdon Manor
West Wycombe Park
Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Bucks HP18 0JH
West Wycombe, Bucks HP14 3AJ
Tel: 01296 653226 Info line : 01296 653211
Tel: 01494 513569 Info Line: 01494 755571
Email: waddesdonmanor@nationaltrust.org.uk
Email: westwycombe@nationaltrust.org.uk
Website: www.waddesdon.org.uk
Open: 1 Apr - 31 May (grounds only) 1 Jun to 31 Aug (house &
For information on opening times, prices and events
grounds) Sun toThur 2pm - 6pm Prices: Grounds only - Adults £3.30,
phone 01296 653211 or visit www.waddesdon.org.uk
Child £1.70. House & grounds - Adult £6.60, Child £3.30, Family £16.50
Waddesdon Manor was built for
Frequently used as a location for the
Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild
most lavish film and TV productions,
to entertain the fashionable
including the BBC's acclaimed
world and display his superb
production of The Cranford Chronicles,
collection of art treasures. The
West Wycombe Park, created by Sir
garden is considered to be one
Francis Dashwood in the 18th century,
of the finest in Britain featuring
is surely one of Buckinghamshire’s
a parterre, aviary, seasonal
best-kept secrets. The house is one of
displays, fountains, statuary and
the most theatrical and Italianate in
woodland playground. There are
England, with facades formed as
een
two licensed restaurants, gift
classical temples. Still lived in by the
and wine shops. A memorable
Dashwood family, West Wycombe Park
© Barry K
day out for everyone!
is very much a family home today.
The National Trust
As well as the beautiful and historic places featured on this page,
By becoming a member of the National Trust you will not only
the National Trust owns and cares for many unspoilt areas of
help to support our work, but also gain unlimited free entry to all
countryside in this region, including well-known beauty spots such
National Trust properties around the country, such as Basildon
as Ashridge Park, Watlington Hill and Coombe Hill. The Trust is
Park, Greys Court, Claydon House and Stowe Landscape Gardens,
Europe's largest conservation charity and relies on donations and
which are all within easy reach. For further information please see
membership fees to carry out its vital work.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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