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Christmas for Groups

Online shop If you can't visit us in person browse our online shop instead. We've a great selection of unique gift ideas, books, stationery and food items. Together with our...

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Eat, shop & stay

...the Manor Restaurant is fully licensed, with table service. It offers teas, coffees and breakfast and lunch menus. All the food we serve is freshly made on site. Manor Restaurant...

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Online learning

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Garden walks & maps

Wellie walk 30 minutes Difficulty: 2 wellies Buggy friendly, dog friendly Starting point: The Stables Look out for: Diamond Jubilee Wood, North Fountain Use our online navigation >Winter garden walk...

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Learning resources

Share your creations with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #WaddesdonOnline Follow us @WaddesdonManorLearning Try our Myths and Legends digital trail>...

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Explore the gardens

...War, the Water Garden was rediscovered in 1989, nearly 100 years after it was created. It was originally visited on the way to the Dairy and glasshouses. A series of...

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Bringing your dog

...Restaurant.Wellie walk 30 minutes Difficulty: 2 wellies Buggy friendly, dog friendly Starting point: The Stables Look out for: Diamond Jubilee Wood, North Fountain Use our online navigation > Doggy dos...

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Our shops

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Education Group Membership

...National Trust properties during published opening times, including Waddesdon A free copy of the annual National Trust handbook Free planning and preparation visits for group leaders Free online workshops from...

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Highlights of the House

...with dragons, butterflies and monkeys imitating humans.Waddesdon was created to impress. It was only used on summer weekends to entertain Baron Ferdinand’s friends and family. The mirrors and marble of...

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Aviary

...reintroducing birds into their native habitat. This is supported by donations collected from the Aviary grotto.Baron Ferdinand was particularly fond of the birds, who would come to the front of...

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Wine at Waddesdon

...the family name has been synonymous with some of the greatest wines in the world. Today you'll find a carefully curated offer of Rothschild wines online with tasting notes and...

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Daily wine tasting

...wines, through the use of revolutionary wine preservation technology. These specially chosen wines will change regularly. Price is per 50ml pour. The wines for September include: Aile d’Argent 2015 –...

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Bird conservation

...critically endangered – the highest danger of extinction in the wild. Waddesdon has bred these birds since 1971 and in 2011 four females, along with 16 other birds from the...

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Groups & travel trade

    We are accepting standard admission bookings for groups of 15 or more where these comply with government rulings and can be managed on site while respecting social distancing...

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History of the house

...first and only time that children lived in the house.After the war James de Rothschild became increasingly concerned about the future of Waddesdon. He decided to bequeath Waddesdon to the...

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Art in the garden

...the palace of the Dukes of Parma.Whether visiting in person or remotely you can now take an online walk around Waddesdon with our first interactive trail. Explore our Pulham rockwork...

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For families

Woodland Playground Our playground winds through the trees, making the most of the natural environment. Little ones can play safely at the bottom of the hill, on seesaws, swings and...

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Projects and partnerships

Learning Team E: learning@waddesdon.org.uk Follow us @WaddesdonManorLearningWe are now offering a programme of live streamed online sessions bringing Waddesdon to your classroom wherever you may be. Discover our online learning...

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National Trust members

...the day. National Trust and Art Fund members: £5 adult, £2.50 child, £12.50 family See more about Christmas at Waddesdon> Book tickets online now (House tickets sold out for weekends:...

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Tickets & Prices

...via third-party websites. Our tickets may not be resold. Bad weather or safety cancellation Inevitably bad weather can affect any open-air event. If we have to cancel the event as...

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Getting here

...Aylesbury. Finally A41 towards Bicester Parking The 1,000 space visitor car park is free and has dedicated places for Blue Badge holders and family parking. On arrival you’ll be directed...

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Planning your visit

...all journeys you make. If you don't yet have a ticket, you may buy one at the Welcome Pavilion. Buses are fully accessible with ramps and dedicated wheelchair spaces. Last...

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Grounds

Map Explore the gardens Aviary Garden walks Windmill Hill Flint House (not yet done) Seasonal show See how the colours change in the gardens all year round in our image...

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Pulham rockwork

...to transform the land around his new manor into the magnificent grounds we see today. Pulham were already a well-established and highly regarded firm of landscape gardeners, especially skilled in...

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Accessibility

...Grounds ticket. The buses are fully accessible; each bus has ramps and dedicated space for wheelchairs. Buses run from the car park to the North Fountain, returning via the Stables...

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Visitor FAQs

On Arrival (H3) Where can I park? Our visitor car park has over 1000 spaces and is clearly signposted upon arrival. There are dedicated spaces for Blue Badge holders and...

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Sunday Lunch

...Book online A Grounds or House admission ticket is required for each person having Sunday lunch. Reserve a table with a £10 deposit per person when booking your tickets online....

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Spooky Afternoon Tea

...online by first selecting the date you’d like to visit then following the prompts until ‘Step 3’ where you can book the Manor Restaurant. Alternatively call 01296 820414 (£3 phone...

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Manor Restaurant

Seasonal set lunch menu/afternoon tea menus can be booked and paid for online before your visit. We recommend booking to avoid disappointment. Online calendar for tickets/restaurant bookingServed from 10am to...

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Tremendous Trees

This trail introduces you to some of our remarkable trees, and through them, to the members of the Rothschild family who created and continue to care for Waddesdon....

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For teachers

...experience something totally new! Wednesday 12th July 2017 Bushcraft Day In association with Woodlands Ways, pupils will have the chance to have a go at shelter building, firelighting, rope making...

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History of Rothschild wine

...for several decades and only managed to do so a few months before his death. As with his art collection, James wanted only the finest wine to serve at his...

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The Rothschilds at Waddesdon

...‘I am lonely, suffering and occasionally a very miserable individual despite the gilded and marble rooms in which I live’.Today, Lord Rothschild continues to add to Waddesdon’s treasures. In line...

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Premium parking

...be given directions to the premium parking area. Continue a mile up the drive and follow the sign for Premium Parking on your left. Please park thoughtfully as this area...

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Aviary garden

Aviary Glade This part of the garden is a beautiful wide open space, perfect for picnics and family fun. We also hold some of our larger events in Aviary Glade,...

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Gardens-old

Glimpse the gardens on film Watch this short video to see stunning highlights of the gardens at Waddesdon including the Aviary, Parterre, sculpture and carpet bedding throughout the changing of...

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Visitors with visual impairments

...unlocks Waddesdon’s landscapes and corners of the grounds that you may not have previously explored using Widgit symbols to make it visually accessible for all. Read more in our blog>...

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stART Talking

...KS5. Travel bursaries will be made available and all activities are fully funded. ARTiculation is the national arts public speaking initiative for young people. It is designed to get young...

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Visitors with mobility impairments

...unlocks Waddesdon’s landscapes and corners of the grounds that you may not have previously explored using Widgit symbols to make it visually accessible for all. Read more in our blog>...

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Youth groups

...More information about Education Group Membership >Take a look at our specially themed outdoor learning events for uniformed groups. To book please email learning@waddesdon.org.uk.Learning Team E: learning@waddesdon.org.uk Follow us @WaddesdonManorLearning...

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Accessibility for families

...may not have previously explored using Widgit symbols to make it visually accessible for all. Read more in our blog> Feeding or changing a baby inside the House Our collection...

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Visitors with hearing impairments

...unlocks Waddesdon’s landscapes and corners of the grounds that you may not have previously explored using Widgit symbols to make it visually accessible for all. Read more in our blog>...

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For primary schools

Who lives in a house like this? Pupils will have a tour of the house, focusing on the hierarchy of Victorian Waddesdon - who did what and how did they...

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For secondary schools

...visitors use our facilities, what promotional materials and techniques we use, and how we employ the local community. Pupils will also be able to tour the grounds independently, finding out...

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Rainy day activities

Things to see & do indoors on your visit Behind-the-scenes tours for kids Exclusively for kids we run behind the scenes tours of the house and aviary. Discover Waddesdon's secrets...

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Reflect & Roam

Follow this trail as you wander through the grounds and experience Waddesdon through your senses. Each stop on the trail engages a different sense enhancing your surroundings through touch, sight,...

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Poupon's children's afternoon tea

Sample Poupon afternoon tea menu Caramel biscuit poodle sandwich Paw print raspberry & vanilla ice lolly Chocolate bone cupcake Mini scone, strawberry jam and clotted cream Cheese & tomato pizza,...

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Chilli Fest

...at the 2024 Chilli Fest are now open. Apply now >    Enjoy a real party atmosphere with live music and dancing. All the family can share a great experience...

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The Great Vegetable Plot (Unbound Theatre)

...might also mean the end of their partnership altogether… An hilarious (and a little bit heartwarming) tale of horticultural adventure, this special family show is a must-see for all ages....

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Paws for Pace

This is a perfect way to start your summer fun by gathering your family and friends and spending some time together with your dogs. The day will start with a...

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Music at the Manor

...hospital specialist clearly stating the need for a substantial amount of support from another person If you have purchased a Blue Badge or Carer Ticket you need to submit your...

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Open Furniture Month

Protected from light and dust, ordinarily Waddesdon’s furniture remains closed. Throughout June, join us as doors and drawers are pulled open to reveal seldom-seen interiors, offering the opportunity to view...

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Adventure Cinema

Immerse yourself in the magic of the movies and have the time of your life with your friends and loved ones. All you have to do is buy a ticket,...

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May Bank Holiday - Escape from the Aviary

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The Hearing Dogs for Deaf People Great British Dog Walk 2024

...with life through their life-changing hearing dogs and personalised hearing support services. They believe that nobody with hearing loss should feel alone. This is why they train highly skilled hearing...

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Gustave Moreau: The Fables online exhibition

Moreau’s illustrations of the Fables of Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) were made between 1879 and 1884 for the collector Antony Roux (1833-1913). There were originally 64, but nearly half...

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Explore Waddesdon online

Discover more about the sculpture in the gardens or objects in the collections with our online trails, which can be enjoyed onsite or at home....

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Travel online to an art lover's paradise

...With more than 15,000 works of art and objects, the collection ranges widely in date, materials and techniques, and places of production. Explore virtually the collection of your choice below....

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Waddesdon on film

Stories from Waddesdon Manor - The Art Fund with Josie Long > See some of our favourites below or explore our Youtube channel to find more. Waddesdon on YouTube...

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Awards

2019 Awards 2018 Awards 2016 Awards 2017 Awards 2017 Awards 2017 Awards 2016 Awards...

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Discover Waddesdon's wine story online

...If you’re able to help us, please do buy something from our online shop. All profits go towards the upkeep of Waddesdon for future generations. We really do appreciate it....

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Explore Waddesdon's gardens online

...nature wherever you may be. If you have an outdoor space then why not find things to look closely at, touch, smell and listen quietly to. Or if you have...

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Fun for families online

Share your creations with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #WaddesdonOnlineLooking for some ideas and inspiration while children are away from school? Our learning resources are fun...

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Wine Cellars

Bordeaux was exporting its red wine as early as the 13th century. Large quantities were sent to England, where the wine was known as claret. By the early 1700s wines...

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Shop terms & conditions

...www.waddesdon.org.uk/online-shop By telephone: 01296 653261 Our contract with you Your order is an offer to buy from us. There will be no contract of any kind between you and us...

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About the shop

Online Shop Our Waddesdon Online Shop offers you the opportunity to browse and buy wines, gifts, books and homeware any time of the day. We offer the most comprehensive selection...

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THE COLLECTION

...treasures. Subsequent members of the family added noted collections of paintings, Limoges enamel, arms and armour, maiolica, manuscripts, prints and drawings. Today, Waddesdon’s collection is internationally famous and rivals that...

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Myths & Legends digital trail

1. The God of the sun, music, poetry, art, archery, plague, medicine, light and knowledge is peering at you out of the carpet that is usually found in the Red...

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Everything you need to know for Winter Light

If you have ticket related queries, for example you have not received your email confirmation and PDF tickets, please use See Tickets customer service portal to request a reissue, Waddesdon...

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History of the Manor Kitchen online exhibition

...coined in the early 20th century and evokes the speed of this new technology. Before the invention of the espresso maker, coffee was produced through filtration – a slow and...

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Everything you need to know for Christmas

If you have ticket related queries, for example you have not received your email confirmation and PDF tickets, or any other questions that you can't find answered in our FAQ's,...

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Delivery & returns

...only. We ship wine to Europe or the Rest of the World by special arrangement only. If you would like to contact us for a bespoke quote, please call phone:...

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‘Winter Woodland’ Schools Christmas Photography Competition

...for group leaders Free online workshops from Waddesdon, normally £40 Free wall planner when you sign up via Waddesdon Membership is much better value than buying one-off entry! Find out...

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Christmas shopping

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Shop

Welcome to our online shop where you can browse our renowned range of fine wines, homeware, gifts and beautiful books celebrating Waddesdon.

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Waddeson Estate privacy policy

...your experience of the website. For further information visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org You can set your browser not to accept cookies and the above websites tell you how to remove...

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Accessibility & cookies

...been viewed initially. The cookie is deleted automatically if you close your web browser, so the message will display again if the site is subsequently visited. Targeting or Advertising Cookies...

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Waddesdon Archive

...are some significant gaps in the records that have survived, particularly for the earlier years of the Rothschild family’s time at Waddesdon. Our holdings are divided into five sections: Waddesdon...

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Tableaux de la révolution

...of church property, and the Temple fortress during the incarceration of the royal family. Like the Bastille, these buildings no longer, or only partially, exist. Though perhaps not entirely accurate,...

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Theatres of Life

...Destailleur (1822-1893) , Ferdinand was drawn not only to elevated, prestigious and technically accomplished works of art but to drawings that gave access to the specifics of historical events and...

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Contact the shop

For Homeware & Gifts, Books and Local Produce queries, please contact: Email: onlineshop@waddesdon.org.uk Waddesdon Online Shop Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon HP18 0JH   For any Wine queries or to discuss a...

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Summer Fest Trader Pack

...  Apply for a shopping pitch in the Aviary Garden Online application form> View the style guide>   Apply for a food pitch on the North Front Online application form>...

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Bees at Waddesdon

...rich in omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9, allowing our honey to burst with Waddesdon goodness. Waddesdon's echium honey is available online and in the Waddesdon shop. Buy Waddesdon echium honey here...

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Waddesdon local residents

...please buy a timed ticket online with your grounds timed admission to free entry to ticketed outdoor events like cinema evenings Please respect Waddesdon's care for the Grounds: Do not...

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Home

    Musical elephant The elephant automaton was one of Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild's most admired treasures. It was mentioned in a local newspaper report of 1889 describing the visit...

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Press

Media Officer Tel: 01296 653231...

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Website terms & conditions

This legal notice applies to the entire contents of the website under the domain name http://www.waddesdon.org.uk/ and to any correspondence between you and us and to any newsletters or publications...

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Step into Waddesdon's Twitter Tours

One way to ensure online engagement with our historic interiors and their quirky, unique stories is via one of the most used social media platforms – Twitter. By hosting a...

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Rothschild Foundation Privacy Policy

...legitimate interest as it will improve funding to the sectors, we offer grants too.When individuals apply to work with us, we only use the information they supply to process their...

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Maurice Tissot

...coffee: ‘It is a good point to buy the coffee in small amounts so as to use coffee that is freshly roasted and it should be kept in an air-tight...

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Press releases

Catherine Goodman: Do You Remember Me... Waddesdon Spring and Summer 2023 gardens programme Waddesdon offers more Buckinghamshire schools the chance to visit for free - Schools Access Fund Joana Vasconcelos:...

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Social media house rules

These house rules aim to ensure everyone can enjoy themselves while online We ask everyone to be nice and polite to one another on our social channels - and respect...

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Audio Sculpture Trail Instructions

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Accepted memberships

UK membership accepted Membership discount applies to the cardholder only. All visits must be pre-booked online. Select Concessions for membership ticket types. House & Grounds admission Any National Trust or...

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Welcome to Winter Light

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Batterie de cuisine (pots and pans)

The term ‘battery’ originally referred to the process of hammering wares from sheet metal. Made by Jones Brothers of London the set comprises shallow sauté pans for frying, larger ‘stewpans’...

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Guest producer tastings

We will be joined by Clayton Cocktails on 4 September, they will be sharing some of their wonderful cocktails with you. We asked some fun questions to help you get...

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About us

...1959, Waddesdon Manor is managed by the Rothschild Foundation, a family charitable trust, on behalf of the National Trust, who took over ownership in 1957. It's home to the Rothschild...

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Caring for the collection

...rules formed the basis for the National Trust’s conservation guidelines. Today, a team of ten dedicated stewards and conservation cleaners care for the Collection. The daily cleaning for presentation to...

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Winter Light at Waddesdon

Take an enchanted journey through Waddesdon's gardens awash with colour and dazzling illuminations. As twilight falls, see the Manor aglow with magical displays, walk light trails around the gardens and...

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Welcome to Chilli Fest

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Smartify at Waddesdon

...also download a free audio tour to enhance your visit. Why download? Smartify is currently the world's most downloaded free museum app. You can use it for Waddesdon but also...

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Events Trader Pack

...an audience similar to the below: Over 64% were family groups Over 20% were adults with their friend/partner Visitors mostly came to enjoy the food, drink and entertainment on offer...

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Welcome to Christmas

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Picturing the Past

This photograph shows Waddesdon’s kitchen staff in around 1891. The man on the right holding a cookbook is probably Ferdinand’s French chef, Auguste Chalanger, while next to him is Susan...

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Jigsaw puzzles

Click on the images below to visit our jigsaws on Jigsaw Explorer and try to solve as many as you...

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Tales of Waddesdon

...and share on our online platforms. Will you turn Waddesdon into a beautiful fairy castle or a ghoulish haunted house? Below are some visual prompts to help you get started...Do...

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Filming at Waddesdon

...minimum value of £10 million Risk Assessment Unfortunately, we cannot provide permission to fly for amateur or student filming or approve requests from any fliers who seek permission in return...

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Research & publications

...nature of the project, jointly supervised by Waddesdon and the university concerned. So far, these have entailed cataloguing of important areas of the collection not normally visible to the public....

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Explore the collection

With more than 15,000 works of art and objects, the collection ranges widely in date, materials and techniques, and places of production. Waddesdon is especially renowned for the quality and...

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Contact us

...about bookings made online enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk Comments and feedback feedback@waddesdon.org.ukHead of Learning Sarah Dewberry, telephone: 01296 653262 or email: sarah.dewberry@waddesdon.org.uk Head of Public Events Marie Stewart, telephone: 01296 653230 or email:...

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Waddesdon Pathways

...Dates Applications open 2 April Open Day 9 May – Five Arrows Hotel Application deadline 16 June Interviews 26 and 28 June Week commencing 8 July final decisions communicated 16...

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Trade cards

The volumes contain over 700 trade cards (early shop advertisements) and related items, mostly from France, but also from Germany and elsewhere on the continent. They date from the early...

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Notes for editors

...James de Rothschild, although his widow, Dolly, continued to manage the house until her death in 1988. The Rothschild family maintains an active interest in the running of Waddesdon through...

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Joshua Reynolds digital trail

...London (two portraits by Hudson are on display in the Bachelors’ Wing), but left early to set himself up independently. He achieved fame as a portraitist at the heart of...

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Welcome to Waddesdon

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Afternoon tea

...season, we offer afternoon teas from Wed - Sat. Book online to reserve a table with a £10 deposit per person. Book afternoon tea with your admission ticketWe also have...

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Explore the archive

With records covering 150 years of the Rothschilds' residence at Waddesdon the archive collections contain a wealth of useful information for the history of Waddesdon Manor, the Rothschild family and...

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Château Léoube Rosé 2021, A.C. Côtes de Provence, France

Château Léoube are producers of arguably the finest Provence wines money can buy. Their range is as beautiful as the vineyards that produce them. Situated on schist and clay soils...

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Fruits and Flora Large Plate

...students were challenged to take inspiration from the house and gardens with an emphasis on pattern, so that our customers could take a little bit of Waddesdon home with them....

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Wedding Cake prints by Katherine Jones

The Wedding Cake by Joana Vasconcelos was illustrated exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Prints come mounted...

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Wedding Cake tea towel by Katherine Jones

The Wedding Cake by Joana Vasconcelos was illustrated exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   80% recycled cotton,...

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Wedding Cake note cards and postcards by Katherine Jones

The Wedding Cake by Joana Vasconcelos was illustrated exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Card and paper...

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Waddesdon Manor note cards by Katherine Jones

Illustrations exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Card and paper envelope both recycled. Standard cards – A6...

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Waddesdon Manor prints by Katherine Jones

Illustrations exclusively for Waddesdon Manor by Katherine Jones. Katherine is an award-winning artist and architect based in Cardiff. www.katherinemgjones.com   Mounted prints are packaged in plastic-free, recyclable packaging. Large unmounted...

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Aguaribay Malbec 2021, Vista Flores, Argentina

Located at the foot of the Andes Mountains in the Mendoza region of Argentina, Bodega Flechas de los Andes enjoys an unrivalled setting and a unique terroir thanks to a...

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Thank you for your support

...From online sculpture and tree trails, to short films and blog posts many of you enjoyed Waddesdon’s beautiful gardens from the comfort of your home. Discover the gardens online> Over...

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Coming Up Roses with Nick Knight

...rose works. Their suggestion of past vanitas paintings certainly, reassuringly, draws us to them. But once close, we see the digital brushstrokes. The sharpness of each image – particularly those...

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Rockwork online trail

Whether visiting in person or remotely you can now take an online walk around Waddesdon with our first interactive trail. Developed to sit directly on our recently launched WordPress website...

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Waddesdon wine to your door

The Waddesdon online shop is bursting with a range of exceptional quality wines handpicked by our resident wine expert. With prices currently starting at £8.75 choices range from the affordable...

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Taste before you buy

...up talking with Nick Coffer here. If you fancy trying the Housekeeper’s Damson Gin Nick enthused about, you can buy one of the limited edition bottles from our online shop....

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Get your cultural fix from your living room: Virtual tours and so much more with Waddesdon online

...Savonnerie and Sèvres manufacturies. Through tours online, it is possible to explore this room virtually, and get up close to the portraits, zoom in to see the ceiling painting of...

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Getting pupils online

...go online to access schoolwork. This funding was targeted at children from Year 3 to Year 11. Spotting a gap for younger children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2...

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Dr. Pascal Bertrand receives Getty Rothschild Fellowship

...Getty Programs to ensure that they individually and collectively achieve maximum effect. Additional information is available at www.getty.edu/foundation Rothschild Foundation The Rothschild Foundation continues the philanthropic tradition of the Rothschild...

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5 ways to enjoy autumn at Waddesdon

Autumn is a season of beautiful change and from September to early November it is a great time to explore the gardens as they transition to hues of scarlet, gold...

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6 ways to engage with nature

...of wellbeing. As a partner garden we’ve reflected on how you can enjoy our gardens in person or online to get your daily dose. 1. Take a moment to unwind...

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Capture the magic of autumn

Autumn is a season of beautiful change and from September to early November it is a great time to explore the gardens as they transition to hues of scarlet, gold...

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Curating your own collection with Smartify from home

...off-line. You can also create an online profile sharing your favourite objects among friends virtually – by text, email or social media. How does Smartify work? It’s basically an art...

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Royal College of Art students create Waddesdon-inspired ceramics

...a range of contemporary, affordable, digitally printed bone china tableware inspired by what they saw and responded to, which needed to be recognisably related to a pattern at Waddesdon and,...

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Tremendous trees online trail

Whether visiting in person or remotely you can now take an online walk around Waddesdon with our interactive trail. Developed to sit directly on our website you need no app...

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Share your best shots

...Whether a fresh angle of the house, a beautiful shot of the interiors or an informal snap of family fun, it’s always great to see images from viewpoints we often...

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Meet Waddesdon's Makers

...always loved ornithology, so unsurprisingly the exotic birds in the Aviary grabbed my attention immediately: the bright colours were so fun to work with. I was also drawn to the...

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Gardener Q&A

...Always stop by the discounted area of the garden centre, where all the plants look a bit sorry for themselves. They just need a bit of love and they’ll be...

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Gettin' giffy with it

...being human and a bit silly at times! Gifs can also add value to our objects as they allow us to tell stories, fun facts or the intention of an...

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Valentines Day Gifts 2024

...who deserve a treat Discover our online shop with a range of local produce like our Honey Collection gift box. Make their day a little bit sweeter with our two...

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A Waddesdon Christmas, through a blogger's eyes

...markets in medieval villages in the snow. But if, like me, you’re a little bit broke due to fatal combination of an unfortunate online shopping habit and moving into an...

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Waddesdon named as one of the most-Instagrammed National Trust properties

...for that perfect Instagram picture. It is the only property in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire to make the top 20. With travels abroad looking unlikely this summer, Waddesdon offers domestic tourists...

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From The Met to Waddesdon

...million annually —making it the second most highly attended art museum in the world, after the Louvre. Online, the website has audience of over 30 million visitors with tens of...

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Summer shopping at Waddesdon

Carefully selected ranges take inspiration from all aspects of Waddesdon including the collection, the house and the gardens. There has also been a shift in emphasis towards environmentally friendly materials,...

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Explore the gardens in new ways

...make the map visually accessible for all users. Pick up this free map from the Welcome Pavilion on arrival, or you can download it in advance. Alternatively use our online...

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Food fit for a queen

...serving hatch, tiled walls, ovens and extraction vent. Explore the history of the Manor Kitchen in an online exhibition curated by Waddesdon’s Assistant Curator, Michael Shrive Manor Kitchen online exhibition>...

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Step into Waddesdon's Twitter Tours

One way to ensure online engagement with our historic interiors and their quirky, unique stories is via one of the most used social media platforms – Twitter. By hosting a...

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Beautiful backdrops for your virtual meetings

...spectacular Waddesdon backgrounds with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and use #WaddesdonOnline. Dining Room Looking for the wow factor? Arguably the most opulent room in the Manor is the...

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Sculpture walk with the expert

...the goddess Venus who fell hopelessly in love with the mortal Adonis, with tragic consequences for Adonis. These early 18th-century figures are riddled with holes – during World War Two...

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Conserving the Dubois desk

The conservation project gave an opportunity to further explore this distinctive piece of furniture that stands at four metres high, which had previously been hidden to researchers looking for traces...

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From AI to luxury weddings: News from Waddesdon Enterprises Limited

The private events team at Waddesdon are always creating a little bit of magic in the form of one extraordinary event or another, and you can find out more about...

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The Red Book

...the dedication it seems likely that Ferdinand had the album printed as presents for his friends and family. We know of two further copies in other collections, only one of...

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A day in the life of ... Chris Blumer, House Host

...a specific object they are looking at e.g. in a display cabinet; some items really do come to life when a bit of light is shone on them and that...

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Collections reflections

...but now I know is just a little slope. We used to go and look at Stubbs’s Whistlejacket, which was on loan there for a bit and was unbelievably exciting...

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Pictures in Plants

...as the source for a series of colourful, abstract digital collages. This design is based on a flame lily named for the family – Glorisa superba rothschildiana. Our carpet bedding...

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Creating Waddesdon Imaginarium

...giving us a tour of the building to allow for a bit more of a historical context.” She added: “It has been lovely to see the reaction of the public....

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Wine Pairings for your Festive Feasts

...meal, I recommend a glass of Port for your chocolate desserts. Sauternes is commonly referred to as the holy grail of sweet wines, and for me, Chateau Rieussec reigns supreme!...

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A word from the interns

...painting at Spencer House. From my first day the Rothschild Foundation team were extremely welcoming and have continued to be incredibly supportive throughout my internship. They have generously imparted their...

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I volunteer because…

...they arrive from the car park, most of whom are really lovely and usually enjoy a bit of banter. The most frequently asked question? ‘Where are the toilets?!’ Brian, Welcome...

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An interview with award-winning children's author and illustrator Yuval Zommer

...find your illustrative style? A: It probably found me, your style is a bit like your handwriting, everyone’s is unique. Q: What was it like seeing your book come to...

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We're doing our bit to make the world a better place, one coffee at a time

...absolutely delighted to be working with Redemption, and are thrilled to offer our visitors delicious coffee that not only offers employment within the prison, but more importantly provides young offenders...

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October’s almanac - Republican Calendar, 1794

The pairing of prints had become fashionable during this period. In 1791, a French dictionary stated that ‘today people almost only buy prints as furnishings and no engraver can be...

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Enjoy the Summer Holidays at Waddesdon

...as many other light bites from the food to go outlets including the Coffee Bar and the Stables Takeaway. Find out more> A summer picnic Pick the perfect spot in...

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Father's Day Gift Guide

...Shepherd’s Gold Ale, made from barley harvested from the estate and brewed locally by Chiltern Brewery, and our delicious chilli oils. Buy now > For garden lovers… Eythrope Garden Tours...

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The School Access Fund in numbers

...in the north and Marlow in the south Through the fund, schools have been able to buy National Trust Education Group Membership allowing 7,500 children to visit National Trust properties...

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Christmas Carnival in numbers

...are still spaces free to see the beautiful displays in person during the week, tickets are only available to buy in advance so book soon to avoid disappointment. Book tickets>...

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Waddesdon letters: war and weather

...disease, probably American Gooseberry Mildew, being brought over from America: ‘Be careful not to buy any gooseberry, or blackcurrant bushes, in order to prevent the introduction of the terrible new...

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The many musical notes of Christmas

...displays after Christmas, until Sun 5 January 2020. Tickets are only available to buy in advance so book soon to avoid disappointment. We wish you all a merry Christmas! Designed...

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Waddesdon’s sustainability plan

...the Benson’s Joosed! Juniors plastic 250ml bottles. UPDATE: We are now phasing out plastic juice bottles, and once the current stock has sold you will only be able to buy...

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Golden Mede show home open

...also have the opportunity to reserve one of these new homes, with 3 or 4 bedroom properties currently available. Each has a very open feel, created by generous floor-to-ceiling heights...

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5 top tips for decorating your Christmas tree

...the string often supplied. 5. Work in triangles to space and balance decorations effectively. Jane Le Bon Creative is an International Design and Styling company for Events, Media, Retail and...

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Celebrating Waddesdon's women

...Find out more about these Rothschild women> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twJcIB_yr54 Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France, used this exquisite writing table at the Petit Trianon, the small palace she retreated to, from Versailles. The...

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Object in focus – Renaissance basil pot

...widely fashionable, particularly around Florence. Pots of this kind, being expensive objects made to commission, are often decorated with heraldic crests or marks of ownership, although the armorials of a...

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Butrint: preserving a historic site

...archaeological evidence. Aerial view of Butrint with some of its monuments. Photo (c) Alket Islami Butrint Foundation The site is incredibly well-preserved and had already been partially excavated: first by...

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A letter from Hannah Rothschild

As the third Chair in the Rothschild Foundation’s history, I am incredibly proud to continue and build on the legacy and extraordinary achievements of both my father Jacob, and our...

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Chiltern Music Therapy is announced as Waddesdon’s Charity of the Year 2023

...story of Chiltern Music Therapy. Founded in 2011 and based in Beaconsfield, the local non-profit organisation provide Music Therapy, Neurologic Music Therapy and Community Music both digitally and in person...

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Designer Mary Katrantzou - inspired by Waddesdon

...of the butterfly inspired artworks translated into fine china and matched directly with custom made seating upholstery. © Richard Young Explore the full Mary Katrantzou collection for Waddesdon online >...

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Launching our geocache trail

Why not throw on some wellies & follow our new geocaching wider estate trail? What is Geocaching? Geocaching is an exciting outdoor adventure for the whole family. It’s a treasure...

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Paulet’s pendant: dragon slayer or maenad?

...his miniatures. However, gallery interpretation can encapsulate only a fraction of what we know about the exhibits and some research bears fruit only after the labels and leaflets are written....

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The making of Waddesdon's rhubarb gin

...with approximately 450g of Rhubarb used in each bottle. From beginning to end our gin is dutifully handcrafted, follow the journey below. Phase 1. Rhubarb arrives from Eythrope! Once collected...

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Votes for Waddesdon Women?

A comment over coffee the other day made me wonder – what did the Rothschilds think about women’s suffrage and the Votes for Women campaign in the early twentieth century?...

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Beautiful books and bindings

...a design. Le Monnier, the French binder responsible for this glorious work was so proud that he signed each cover twice! This was a highly unusual practice for this period...

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10 fun facts about the gardens

...See our online Tremendous Trees Trail> 3) There are several miles of hedges at Waddesdon Manor, and they are made up of box (Buxus sempervirens), yew and golden yew (Taxus...

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GDPR – 18th century style

Roll-top desk, Jean-Henri Riesener (1734-1806), c.1775, acc. 2544 We are constantly reminded of the importance of protecting our personal data. With the growing rise of cyber-crime and identity theft, the...

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A flavourful insight into wine terminology

...This simply describes what you can taste. Browse our professionally chosen selection of wines on our online shop Find out more about wine at Waddesdon and experience it in person...

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Waddesdon's lost glasshouses

...with rockwork and an underground cavern, and was planted with palm trees and ferns. An early colour image (c.1910) of a glasshouse display of heavily scented Malmaison carnations Beyond this...

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Waddesdon's Christmas Fair gift guide

...on the go, from Bags of Style UK (here from the 11 – 15 December) A silver plated leaf on a necklace by Ikigai A pilsner with character, exclusively online...

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Tulip mania at Waddesdon

...Although tulips have always featured in the spring bedding displays here, this year our Gardens Manager Mike Buffin has tried something new. Not only have tulips been used exclusively in...

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Things to do at Waddesdon this spring

In the house Discover precious objects Beauvais tapestry manufactory, detail of The Fountain of Love 1755-1778. Explore the richly decorated rooms and admire the pieces in the collection, from Sèvres...

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Top gifts for Mother's Day

...and book > Enjoy a luxurious Afternoon Tea Indulge with a delicious afternoon tea in the Manor Restaurant, with delectable sweet treats and savoury fancies. Although we are fully booked...

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Waddesdon Christmas Gift Guide 2022

...fillers & Christmas greetings With plenty of products under £10, pick up lovely local gifts for your friends and family from Waddesdon this Christmas. Complete your gift with an Advent...

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Up to £3 million funding available for Buckinghamshire's not-for-profit sector

...is available for projects, organisational core costs and some capital expenditure. Applications should be submitted using the online application on the Rothschild Foundation website. For more details and apply here...

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Rothschild Foundation launches new grants programme to help local communities

...million annually. • Funding is available for projects, organisational core costs and some capital expenditure. • Applications should be submitted using the online application form on the Rothschild Foundation website....

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Top ten must-see pieces in Waddesdon’s collection

...in the world and has been added to by subsequent generations of the Rothschild family. 1. Musical elephant automaton (1774) April – May 2023, the elephant is currently undergoing important...

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Hector's House is announced as Waddesdon's charity of the year 2021

...health support is crucial, and this has only become clearer following the difficulties of the past year. We look forward supporting this worthwhile charity and its incredibly important cause.’’ Robert...

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French Porcelain Society Online Symposium

During this online symposium, enjoy curator-led tours from the collections of Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, Charlottenburg, Neues Palais, Belvedere, Governor’s Palace, Château de Versailles, Schloß Wilhelmshöh and Waddesdon Manor. On...

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Jewish connections

...display, A Rothschild Treasury, which celebrates the magnificence of the Kunstkammer, and the family’s passion for collecting. A unique link to join the zoom online talk will be emailed 24...

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Aylesbury Vale “Rothschildshire”

...wider impact of the family in politics and philanthropy. A unique link to join the zoom online talk will be emailed 24 hours before the event. Students: please email enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk...

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Timeless play: Board games of the 18th and 19th century

...great potential in these games of chance, as educational games for children or just simply as recreational fun with themes exploring theatre, fashion and love. Find out about the origins...

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Birds and beasts

Like other members of his family, Ferdinand de Rothschild kept ‘exotic’ animals in the gardens at Waddesdon. They included mostly birds and waterfowl, but also kangaroos, emus and deer. The...

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Storing and Staging: Baron Edmond's Boxes

We still use the boxes that Baron Edmond de Rothschild (1845-1934) commissioned for the storage of Sèvres porcelain and small sculptures and antiquities. Their unusually sophisticated fabrication relates to bookbinding,...

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Pulham Rocks!

...a huge range of terracotta garden ornaments, the two magnificent vases were recently acquired by Lord Rothschild being good examples of this work. Landscape historian and Waddesdon Gardens’ archivist, Sophie...

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Money Moving a Mountain

In 1874 Ferdinand de Rothschild bought nearly 3000 acres of farmland at Waddesdon there was no ‘big house’, no gardens, and no parkland. Six years later he welcomed his first...

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Marianna Simnett: online screening

...Manor Confessions of a Crow is a short introduction to The Bird Game that draws out the ideas and influences of the film and deftly echoes its structure and mood....

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Spring colour in the gardens

The focus of the tour will be the magnificent display of 32,500 tulips, planted in the formal bedding around the Aviary in 2019, and sadly seen by no one but...

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Designing your planting for 2021

Packed full of easy-to-follow principles and techniques the talk will equip you to assess your current plantings, plan new or integrated plantings, grow a host of species from seed and...

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Jean-Henri Riesener online talks

...the early nineteenth-century auctioneers, the role played by connoisseurs and the democratization of Riesener furniture through the market for copies and reproductions. Find out more and book>Riesener masterpieces: royal furniture...

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Waddesdon and the First World War

In January 1914 Miss Alice de Rothschild wrote to her Head Gardener about preparations for the summer at Waddesdon, by the end of the year the country was at war...

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The Gardens Trust Talk: Forgotten Women Gardeners – Alice 'The All-Powerful' de Rothschild

Alice de Rothschild was a member of the immensely rich European banking family of that name. Brought up on the continent, she developed Eythrope, the Buckinghamshire estate adjacent to her...

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The House of Trelawney, Hannah Rothschild live

An opportunity to hear Hannah Rothschild discuss her novel, The House of Trelawney with Pippa Shirley, Director, Collections, Historic Properties and Landscapes at Waddesdon. Hannah Rothschild, recently appointed Chair of...

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Virtual tasting; an introduction to Rothschild Wine

...expanded encompassing three branches of this most famous wine-producing family. Today Rothschild wines are made in over 20 properties globally, across six different continents. Let our experts treat you to...

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Halloween

...beasts from myths and fairy tales along the way in this fantastical safari experience. Can you spot all of the creatures that live in the woods? If you're really lucky...

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Icon's Dynamic Objects Group short talks

...a static object, in the early 1990s, it was decided to bring the object back to operating condition for occasional demonstration. This involved careful and challenging minimal repair with on-going...

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Books, Manuscripts and Bookbindings

...subsequent growth, and it will also look at some more recent acquisitions. Hosted by The Bibliographical Society, Institute of English Studies, University of London All welcome. Please book online >...

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Virtual tasting: Secrets of the cellar

...We all know and love the classics, modern and contemporary. Whether it be Sancerre or Marlborough Sauvignon, Claret or Argentinian Malbec, these wines are popular and rightly so. However, on...

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Easter Adventures at Waddesdon

Woodland Playground Our playground winds through the trees, making the most of the natural environment for all ages to enjoy. Little ones can play safely on seesaws, swings and soft...

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An Evening with Michael Bublé

Spend 'An Evening with Michael Bublé' and enjoy his world-class showmanship in an open air concert at Waddesdon on 2 July 2022. With four Grammy awards and over 75 million...

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Tears for Fears

See one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s, Tears for Fears, live in concert at Waddesdon in July 2022 with special guests The Brand New Heavies. Celebrating the...

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McFly

Join us on 3 July 2022 and enjoy an incredible evening of music as McFly perform live at Waddesdon with special guests The Feeling. With seven UK number-one singles, six...

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Michael Ball and Alfie Boe

On 4 July, enjoy the quintessential summer concert experience at Waddesdon as two of the greatest voices in the world, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe, perform live within our picturesque...

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Mother's Day Weekend

Enjoy time with family as you explore at Waddesdon. Step inside the richly-decorated house filled with treasures and wander the gardens bursting into life with thousands of spring bulbs. Make...

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dazzle@Waddesdon

...which connects them, are choreographed to music which has links to the collections or is by composers with Rothschild family associations. Some of the music also has a Christmas theme....

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Helen & Douglas House - Garden of Memories

...you love.Helen & Douglas House helps local families cope with the challenges of looking after a terminally ill baby or child who will die prematurely. Find out more here https://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/about-us/...

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Open Air Cinema with The Luna Cinema

...to book please visit www.thelunacinema.com please note that assistance dogs only are allowed at this event the event will always go ahead in the event of bad weather. Please check...

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Race for Life

...the most of the beautiful grounds and giving you a chance to see the manor in all its glory as you run, jog or walk your 5k. Register at www.raceforlife.org...

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Butterfly Bimble Walk with Helen & Douglas House

...future. On registration, an online fundraising page will be set up automatically - you can then share this with your family and friends. Or, you can use the sponsorship form...

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Waddesdon Country Show

...family. Including a dog show, vintage machinery, pony club games, fairground rides, craft stalls, a farmer's market and much more! The traditional Young Farmers' Club competitions will also be taking...

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Bold & Beautiful Summer Wines Virtual Tasting

Our selection of Rothschild portfolio classics alongside our guest wine Penfolds will make for a perfect gift or just a great excuse to invite your friends round; all whilst being...

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Virtual Tasting: A Feast of Summer Wines

...Vascos. There's a fabulous English white from Chafor, locally produced just 10 miles from Waddesdon and a gorgeously elegant Hautes Côtes de Beaune from Domaines Machard de Gramont. To finish,...

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Virtual Tasting: Summer Essentials

...piercingly aromatic Sauvignon from Los Vascos. We have representation from Avondale in the shape of the brilliant Jonty’s Ducks Pekin white, plus the gorgeously elegant ‘La Chapitre’ from Domaine Marchard...

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Virtual Tasting: Gold Medal Winners

...does contain six 75cl bottles of wine which should easily suffice a group of friends or family. Each delivery will include two sets of notes and two tasting mats. Please...

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Volunteer recruitment day

...chat to us about what it’s like to volunteer at Waddesdon and for us to get to know a little bit more about you!Recruitment Day Information, Please book a time...

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Much Ado About Nothing with Queens Park Arts Centre

...but not everyone in the city wishes the union well... This brand-new production of Shakespeare’s iconic comedy is perfect for fans of the Bard as well as those a bit...

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Wine tasting on the Parterre

...of Waddesdon take you through the eight specially selected wines.Book April Parterre Wine Tasting   Book May Parterre Wine Tasting Book July Parterre Wine Tasting   Book August Parterre Wine...

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Watercolours Autumn Nature Workshop

...for learners who have previous experience and those who have some knowledge of working with the medium. To book contact 01296 382403 or go to www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk. Use course code: DRPA022-2324-1OF-A...

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Housekeeping Then and Now

Find out what happens behind closed doors during the five months we're not open. Jane Finch, our Head Steward, explains and demonstrates the techniques used to clean and care for...

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Watercolour Course: Beginners and Improvers

Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this three day course in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it...

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Food Village

A village of wooden chalets at the side of the Manor will be selling delicious hot food this festive season. From artisan pizzas to gourmet burgers, feast on festive delights...

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Spencer House Talk: trompe l’oeil and mural artist Alan Dodd

...Spencer House was originally built between 1756 and 1766 by John, 1st Earl Spencer and his wife Georgiana. It is an extremely rare survival of an 18th-century aristocratic town mansion...

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Bucks County Groups end of season concert

The three top ensembles in the county, Bucks County Youth Orchestra, Bucks Youth Wind Ensemble and Voice Bucks County Youth Choir perform an outstanding programme of high-quality repertoire, having just...

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Pop Up Festival of children's literature

...own air guitars..) Ages 5+ Fri 20 Aug 2021 Sally Pomme Clayton - 10am & 1:30pm Sally is a storyteller who brings her stories to life through words, actions, sounds...

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Winter Light

...stroll under the stars beneath magically illuminated tree canopies transformed by moving light and walk through a tunnel of twinkling stars.Tickets & Prices During Winter Light, normal grounds admission applies....

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An Enchanted Menagerie, in the house

While Waddesdon’s main rooms are ‘put to bed’ for cleaning and conservation, parts of the House are opened specially for Christmas, with decorations that celebrate the weird and wonderful animals...

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Waddesdon Imaginarium

...a recording by over 90 orchestral and jazz music students. Uniquely, Waddesdon will be using seven musical interpretations to accompany the 3D video projection performances, offering visitors different experiences of...

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Mothering Sunday at the Five Arrows

Starters Braised beef nugget Mustard Mayonnaise. Gherkin Hot or chilled pea and mint soup Lemon creme fraiche Tomato Salad Goats cheese, black olive, basil Waddesdon gin gravadlax Sour cream, chives,...

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The Lord Chamberlain's Men - Macbeth

...most chilling power couple and truly stirring poetry, this stunning play will keep you gripped. Bring a chair and a picnic, and prepare to be entertained and transported watching Shakespeare...

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The Tales of Peter Rabbit

...two of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved tales, The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny. Peter and his naughty cousin Benjamin know very well that they are not to go into...

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Buckinghamshire Open Weekend

...to us or sharing it on Instagram using #TalesOfWaddesdon. We’ll select our favourites and share on our online platforms. Find out more and be inspiredDiscover more about the Open Weekend...

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Virtual Tasting: Sommelier Selection

...of wine which should easily suffice a group of friends or family. Each delivery will include two sets of notes and two tasting mats. Please email onlineshop@waddesdon.org.uk if you require...

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Virtual Wine Tasting; Our Favourite Wines of 2021

...hugely. For everyone that plans to attempt dry-January, this is a chance to reward yourself in style. Alternatively, this tasting would make a great Christmas present for lovers of great...

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The Lord Chamberlain's Men: As You Like It

...an all-male cast and with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance. “Love is merely a madness!” Separately, Rosalind and her dear friend Celia, the noble Orlando, and the usurped Duke Senior...

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The War of the Worlds

“No one would have believed in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man's…” …And fewer would...

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

We recommend booking all afternoon teas in advance through our online booking system.Treat mum to a sumptuous afternoon tea, with a selection of savoury treats and sweet fancies. Created in-house...

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Jazz at the Manor

...Glassware is prohibited, except wine bottles, and strictly no fires, please.Road closure, 20 August Please note, the A41 between Aylesbury and Waddesdon will be closed overnight, 8pm-6am, due to HS2...

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Colourscape

...winding tunnels of intense colour and live music that produce an otherworldly environment for visitors of all ages. A kaleidoscopic journey, illuminated by sunlight, Colourscape is a truly unforgettable experience....

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Rothschild Wines from Around the World

The Rothschild portfolio is as diverse as it is impressive. From the acquisition of Château Mouton in 1853, through to the creation of Rimapere in 2012, the collection now covers...

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Tasting of Rothschild Classics from Bordeaux

One of our most popular events returns for a third year. This informal tasting will showcase eight classic Rothschild wines from Chateaux across the region - including the four main...

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Haunted Half Term

Best of all? From 21 October until 29 October, children get free entry to the house and grounds at Waddesdon! Take part in a fact filled Trick or Treat Skeleton...

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Gustave Moreau: curator-led online tour

...traditional European and Asian stories. Moreau’s translation of La Fontaine’s pithy, canonical work into his own, highly distinctive visual language is a revelation. There are scenes of comedy, satire and...

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Teatime Taster: the old Manor Kitchens

...developed a reputation for serving the finest food, all prepared in the Manor kitchens. In this live online talk, stories of the staff who worked in the kitchens, the menus...

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Creatures & Creations

...carriage. Key links www.platon-socos.com www.saatchiart.com/platwnhHis reputation and knowledge in the scientific community was so great that many newly discovered creatures and plants, from fleas to giraffes, were subsequently named after...

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A Rothschild Treasury

...Waddesdon Bequest at the British Museum.Today's Lord Rothschild says: “I am truly delighted that the Treasury, the culmination of a long-held family ambition to extend the displays at the Manor,...

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Exhibition tour: Roses from my Garden, with Nick Knight

...these large-scale, painterly photographs could not be more contemporary, dramatising the timelessness of nature. Nick Knight cuts selected roses straight from his garden and arranges them specifically, using only daylight...

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Gustave Moreau: The Fables

...selection of the watercolours along with more information about Moreau and the Fables by La Fontaine can be seen in our online exhibition. Discover the online exhibition Browse our online...

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Imagine...Lace at Waddesdon

...a multi-faceted approach to lace, seeing it as an art form for the 21st century. For more information about these organisations see www.laceguild.org, www.thelacesociety.org.uk and www.ringoftatters.org.uk Download accompanying exhibition leaflet...

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Kate Malone: Inspired by Waddesdon

...of nature, particularly its fruits, nuts and berries, and her fascination with the more abstract forces of life. Through research and experimentation, Malone has pioneered sophisticated new glazing techniques and...

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A Closer Look: Spotlight on French Royal Furniture by Jean-Henri Riesener

...mounted with finely chased and gilded bronzes. They are among 12 pieces of furniture now at Waddesdon that were originally at the Palace of Versailles. The exhibition is curated by...

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Bruce Munro, Field of Light

Field of Light returns in a new form and location, to celebrate 25 years since its conception. Munro and his team have ‘planted’ 9,000 slender stems crowned with radiant frosted-glass...

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Nick Knight: Roses from my Garden

...in an entirely new way. His 'Roses from my Garden' series is inspired by the work of 16th and 17th century still life painters like Jan Brueghel the Elder and...

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Riesener Furniture and the Rothschilds

...collections of the three institutions. Also, in a first for the furniture world, there will be a dedicated website bringing his work together virtually, with digital animation allowing every detail...

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Predators and Prey: A Roman Mosaic from Lod, Israel

In 1996 a splendid series of Roman mosaic floors was accidentally discovered during local road works in Lod, Israel (Lydda in the Ancient World). They were reburied after some conservation...

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Simon Periton: Resistance is Fertile

Periton’s work frequently revolves around the concept of the ‘decorative’ and its underlying subversive potential. Decoration and the decorative surface have variously informed his intricate cut paper sculptures, works in...

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Jane Wildgoose: Beyond all price

...human hair. Traditionally collected and worn in jewellery throughout the 18th century - as either a love token, or for mourning - hair threads silently, though eloquently, in prodigious numbers...

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'Renaissance Museum'

The Smoking Room, Billiard Room and corridor in between were decorated in the French Renaissance style, in contrast to the 18th-century French character of the rest of the house. The...

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Rascal Shadows

...subtle interventions will appeal to anyone who would like an alternative, magical perspective on Waddesdon’s collection and history. Download exhibition leaflet PDF (851kb) Camera obscura created by Tony Willett, www.amazingcameraobscura.co.uk...

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Spencer House Talk: Adam Lowe of Factum Foundation about Digital Technology and Art History

...of the portrait back in Baron Ferdinand’s frame, which has been conserved especially for the display. In this talk, Adam Lowe will describe the processes and possibilities of digital recording...

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Mary Katrantzou, inspired by Waddesdon, in conversation

...notably for ballet costumes, Mary Katrantzou will discuss with Emma Davidson how she found herself working with the team at Waddesdon for an exhibition focused on museum specimens, and how...

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Collecting Stories: Private Worlds to Public Spaces

...collections. At Waddesdon we hold catalogues, albums, photographs and archives that illustrate Rothschild family collections. Most members of the family had both a house in a town (there were splendid...

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Power & Portraiture: painting at the court of Elizabeth I

...and ‘Phoenix’ portraits, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool and National Portrait Gallery, London, respectively) but these attributions rely heavily on stylistic comparison with his miniatures and it is hard to make...

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Reynolds at Waddesdon: A Trail

Joshua Reynolds transformed British painting with portraits, ‘fancy pictures’ and history paintings that promised to be engaging to audiences. He quickly achieved fame as a portraitist at the heart of...

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