Coughton Court
Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5JA
Facilities
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Facilities for children
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
Coughton Court stands in 25 acres of grounds containing some of the most beautiful gardens in the country.
The name Coughton (pronounced “Coat-un”) suggests a settlement or farm known for the hunting of woodcock or game birds.
The recusant Throckmorton family moved to Coughton Court in 1409 and have lived there ever since. Therefore, as well as interesting architectural features, the house has 600 years of family portraits and furniture. More recently the award-winning gardens have been revitalised to include rose gardens, herbaceous borders, a bog garden, orchards with naturalised bulbs as well as formal gardens, a lake, two churches and a river walk.
Due to filming, the house and gardens will be closed Wednesday 15 July – Friday 17 July. The cafe and parkland is open during those dates.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Regular Opening Times
Season Opening: Saturday 7th March 2026
House
Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00am – 4:00pm (Last Entry 3:30pm)
Timed tours available in the morning, with free flow access in the afternoon.
Gardens
Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00am – 4:30pm
Stableyard, Café and Shop
Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00am – 4:30pm
Special Events and Activities
National Trust Members Days
10 days throughout 2026. Dates to be confirmed early in 2026.
Summer of Fun (Friday 17th July – Monday 31st August 2026)
A programme of family activities running throughout the summer season, including:
- Weekly craft sessions starting Friday 17th July, with a new theme each week
- Free storytelling sessions at 11:15am and 12:45pm on Thursday 6th August, Thursday 13th August, and Wednesday 19th August
- Free games and activities available in the play area throughout the programme period
- House and Gardens ticket activities including an Animal Trail and Giant Games in the Orchard
Candlelight Tours (November 2026)
Special evening tours available on the following dates:
- Gunpowder Plot Candlelight Tour – Friday 6th November
- Gunpowder Plot Candlelight Tour – Saturday 7th November
- Candlelight Tour – Friday 13th November
- Candlelight Tour – Saturday 14th November
Admits Historic Houses members for free from 2026. Members do not need to book in advance.
Regular admission: £15.50.
Enjoy a private tour of the award winning Throckmorton Gardens. Pick the brains of the Head Gardener whilst walking around.
Please ring 01789641280 for availability.