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.
Opening Times
General Opening from Saturday 7th March 2026
Coughton Court opens Wednesday to Sunday throughout the season.
House: 11:00am – 4:00pm (last entry 3:30pm). Timed tours are available in the morning, with free flow access in the afternoon.
Gardens: 10:00am – 4:30pm.
Special Events
Gunpowder Plot Candlelight Tours
Experience the house by candlelight during the Gunpowder Plot commemorations:
- Friday 6th November 2026
- Saturday 7th November 2026
Candlelight Tours
Additional candlelit evening tours:
- Friday 13th November 2026
- Saturday 14th November 2026
Christmas at Coughton
Enjoy festive house dressing and grounds lighting during the Christmas season. Specific dates will be confirmed.
National Trust Members
Members' exclusive days are scheduled throughout 2026. Specific dates will be confirmed early in 2026.
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.