A blend of art, history and nature
Owned by the National Trust in Buckinghamshire, Ascott House and Gardens is a tranquil haven steeped in history. Explore Ascott House, home to an outstanding collection of art, fine furniture and Chinese ceramics, marvel at over 30 acres of landscaped gardens with a blend of natural and formal planting schemes, and refuel in the Pavilion Tea Room.
With a packed schedule of events including tours, talks, open-air theatre, family activities, special events and experiences, Ascott House and Gardens offers something for everyone.
Tuesday 17 March to Sunday 13 September 2026
Tuesdays to Sundays
Gardens: 11:30am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
House and Collection: 1pm to 4pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Pavilion Tea Room: 11:30am to 4:45pm
From garden tours and cricket matches to outdoor theatre performances, open-air cinema evenings and family activities, Ascott House and Gardens offers a varied programme of seasonal events for the whole family to enjoy.
Click below to discover what’s on at Ascott House and Gardens and immerse yourself in this historic setting.
Explore 5 ground-floor rooms of Ascott House and discover a treasure trove of fine art featuring 17th-century and early 18th-century paintings by Cuyp, Gainsborough, Reynolds and Stubbs, 18th-century English and French fine furniture and Chinese ceramics dating back to the Han Dynasty (206 BC – AD 220).
Ascott Garden blends peaceful, natural spaces with formal features like the Venus, Dutch, and Lynn Gardens, impressive sculptural fountains and modern land art. Ascott Garden’s accessible walkways meander through over 30 acres of picture-perfect planting schemes.
No visit to Ascott House and Gardens would be complete without a visit to the Pavilion Tea Room. Serving delicious light lunches, drinks and a selection of sweet treats, relax, refresh and enjoy our warm hospitality inside or al fresco.
National Trust members enjoy free entry to Ascott House and Gardens (except on National Garden Scheme Days). A National Trust membership opens a gateway to adventure, with access to over 500 properties across the UK and free parking at most National Trust car parks.
Our team of knowledgeable volunteers are the heart of Ascott House and Gardens. From house stewards and photographers to visitor engagement and gardening roles, we offer a range of exciting positions to develop your skills and connect with our community.
Converted from a humble farm building by the Rothschilds in 1874, Ascott House was gifted to the National Trust in 1947. The Edwardian country residence is home to a vast collection of paintings, furniture and ceramics, surrounded by over 30 acres of tranquil landscaped gardens, blending natural and informal planting schemes and statement pieces.
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