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South Front of House & Parterre

Waddesdon Manor was built at the end of the 19th century (1874-89) by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to display his vast collection of art treasures and to entertain his guests.

It was built in the style of a French château of the 16th century and houses one of the finest collections of French 18th century decorative arts in the world. Its French furniture, Savonnerie carpets and Sèvres porcelain rank in importance with the Louvre in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum in New York, and the Royal and Wallace Collection in London. There is also a fine collection of important portraits by Gainsborough and Reynolds, and works by Dutch and Flemish masters of the 17th century.

The Aviary

The garden is renowned for its colourful Parterre, specimen trees, shady walks and views, fountains and statuary. At its heart is the Aviary, stocked with exotic birds and known for breeding endangered species

The Rothschild name is also synonymous with wine and the Waddesdon Wine Cellars have been created to house a private wine collection.

Grey Drawing Room

Top quality food and wines are served throughout the day in two restaurants, and the shops offer a superb range of gifts, toys, food and wine.

Conveniently situated close to London, Oxford and Milton Keynes, Waddesdon offers a memorable day out for all the family.

Visit www.waddesdon.org.uk

INFORMATION

Opening Times:
Gardens, Aviary, Woodland Playground, Shops & Restaurants
Winter Season
8 Jan - 27 Mar (Weekends only), 10.00am-5.00pm.
Rest of the Year
30 Mar - 31 Dec (Weds-Fri), 10.00am-5.00pm.
30 Mar - 31 Dec (Weekends & BHs., including Tues 26 April, Monday 19 & Tuesdays 20 & 27 Dec), 10.00am-5.00pm. Closed 24, 25 & 26 Dec.
House & Gardens, Wine Cellars, Aviary, Woodland Playgrounds, Shops & Restaurants
30 Mar - 30 Oct (Weds-Fri), 12.00am-4.00pm.
30 Mar - 30 Oct (Weekends & BHs., including Tues 26 April), 11.00am-4.00pm.
16 Nov - 31 Dec (Weds-Fri), 12.00am-4.00pm.
16 Nov - 31 Dec (Weds-Fri, Weekends & BHs., including Tues 26 April, Monday 19 & Tuesdays 20 & 27 Dec), 11.00am-4.00pm. Closed 24, 25 & 26 Dec.
Bachelors' Wing
30 Mar - 30 Oct (Weds-Fri)

Admission Prices:
Gardens: Gift Aid Admission Prices* (Winter Season): Adult £8.00, Child £4.50, Family £20.50
Gardens: Gift Aid Admission Prices* (Rest of the Year, Weds-Fri): Adult £6.50, Child £3.50, Family £16.50
Gardens: Gift Aid Admission Prices* (Rest of the Year, Weekends & BHs): Adult £8.00, Child £4.50, Family £20.50.
House & Gardens: (30 Mar - 30 Oct Weds-Fri): Adult £15.00, Child £11.00
House & Gardens: (30 Mar - 30 Oct Weekends & BHs): Adult £17.00, Child £13.00
House & Gardens: (16 Nov = 31 Dec Weds-Fri): Adult £15.00, Child £11.00
House & Gardens: (16 Nov - 31 Dec Weekends): Adult £17.00, Child £13.00
Bachelors' Wing: Adult £3.60, Child £3.60
Audio Tours: Adult £2.50
National Trust Members - Free
Child defined as 5-16 years inc.
*Including a voluntary donation of at least 10%. Visitors can, however, choose to pay the standard admission prices which are displayed at the property and on the website.

Location:
20 minutes from Junctions 7 (Northbound) and 9 (Southbound) of the M40, off the A41 between Bicester and Aylesbury. 6 miles from Aylesbury. 20 miles from Oxford. Regular train services from London Marylebone to Aylesbury.

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Contact:
Waddesdon Manor,
Nr. Aylesbury,
Bucks HP18 0JH

Tel: 01296 653226
E-mail: waddesdonmanor@nationaltrust.org.uk
Booking Office Tel: 01296 653226 (open Mon-Fri 10.00am to 3.00pm)

Further information:
Top quality food and wines are served throughout the day in the restaurants, and the shops offer a superb range of gifts and wines, many of which are unique to Waddesdon.
Children are welcomed under parental supervision in the House. Pushchairs in the House are not allowed and babies must be carried in front sling or hippy-chick (some available at the entrance to the House). Flash photography, the use of mobile phones and stiletto heels in the House are prohibited.
Wheelchairs are provided in the House and Gardens on a first-come first-served basis, with a limited number allowed in at any one time. Mobility scooters and walking stools are not allowed. Assistance dogs welcome. Please call the Booking Ofice for more information about access or any other special requirements you may have.
An extensive programme of events takes place throughout the year. For further information please call 01296 653226.
To complete your visit our Plant Centre can be reached from the exit drive. It is situated in the old walled nursery of the Manor and offers a wide range of shrubs, trees, herbaceous plants, roses, indoor plants and products for the home. Telephone 01296 658586 or www.waddesdonplantcentre.com.