House Highlights Tour
Wed 16 Apr, Thu 22 May, Wed 18 Jun, Fri 18 Jul, Wed 20 Aug, Fri 19 Sep, Wed 15 Oct
11am – 12pm
HouseBefore the house opens to the public, watch the musical elephant automaton be wound, and be guided through the ground floor of the house, exploring Waddesdon’s collection of 18th-century French decorative arts, English portraits and Dutch Old Master paintings.
Discover the history behind the building of the Manor and the family who still preserve the house today. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to explore the remaining floors of the the house at your leisure.
Following your visit to the house, explore our spectacular gardens. Waddesdon’s gardens were the vision of Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, who created the Manor at the end of the 19th century. What began as a bare hill in 1874, is now an exceptional example of Victorian horticulture including formal gardens, tree and walks.
Please be aware:
- Parking is in the Visitor Car Park
- There are no stiletto heels allowed inside the house
- Please leave large bags/rucksacks in Visitor Information
- You can amend or transfer your booking up to 48 hours prior to your visit
- No cancellation for illness
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