Stratfield Saye House
After the Duke of Wellington’s victory against Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo, the Duke chose Stratfield Saye as his country estate.
Stratfield Saye Park, Hampshire, RG7 2BZ
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
After the Duke of Wellington’s victory against Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, the Duke chose Stratfield Saye as his country estate.
The house contains many of the 1st Duke’s possessions and is still occupied by his descendants, being a family home rather than a museum.
You can visit the grave of the 1st Duke’s warhorse; Copenhagen and the 1st Duke’s funeral carriage.
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Opening Times and Events at Stratfield Saye House and Wellington Estate
Stratfield Saye House is open to visitors during the following periods in 2026:
- From 2nd to 6th April
- From 6th to 31st August
During these periods, tours of the house are available at the following times:
- 10:15am
- 11:15am
- 12:15pm
- 1:15pm
- 2:15pm
- 3:15pm
Each tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Visitors are welcome to explore the grounds and museum before or after their tour. The gates open at 9:45am and close at 5:00pm.
Admission Prices:
- Weekdays: Adults £14.00, Over 60s/Students £13.00, Children (5-15) £5.00
- Weekends and Public Holidays: Adults £15.00, Over 60s/Students £14.00, Children (5-15) £6.00
Garden tickets are available for £5.00 and allow access to the grounds from 10:00am to 5:00pm. A garden ticket is included with a house tour ticket.
Group and coach visits are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, subject to advance booking and availability.
Events at Wellington Estate
- Winter at Welly Park: 5th January to 23rd January 2026, weekdays from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Indoor play for children aged 18 months to 5 years.
- Butchery Masterclass: 26th February 2026, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Wellington Farm Shop.
- Equestival: 3rd July to 5th July 2026, a three-day camp for adult riders at Wellington Riding.
For all events, tickets must be booked in advance, and specific terms and conditions apply.
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Pre-booking only via www.wellington.co.uk where you can also find all ticket prices
Advance bookings only.
Subject to availability, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and some Thursdays.
Please email [email protected].
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
Getting here
Stratfield Saye Park, Hampshire, RG7 2BZ
Half way between Reading and Basingstoke, just off the A33.
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