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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Stratfield Saye House Opening Times
Please note: Stratfield Saye House is closed to the public until Easter 2027. The house will only be open on specific dates in 2026.
2026 Opening Dates
Stratfield Saye House is open to visitors during two periods in 2026:
- 2nd–6th April 2026
- 6th–31st August 2026
Daily Opening Hours
On days when the house is open, gates open at 9:45am and close at 5:00pm. Visitors are welcome to spend the day from 10:00am onwards, regardless of whether they have booked a tour.
Guided House Tours
Guided tours of the house are available throughout the day at the following times:
- 10:15am
- 11:15am
- 12:15pm
- 1:15pm
- 2:15pm
- 3:15pm
Each tour lasts up to 90 minutes. Visitors with house tour tickets can access the grounds before and after their tour.
Grounds and Gardens
The grounds and gardens are accessible from 10:00am until 5:00pm on days the site is open. Visitors with house tour tickets can also access the grounds before and after their tour.
Small Museum and Funeral Carriage
The small museum, including the funeral carriage, is accessible on all days the site is open. Visitors booked on the last tour at 3:15pm are advised to view the museum and grounds before their tour to allow sufficient time.
Group and Coach Visits
Group and coach visits are available by advance booking only for 2026, subject to availability. Groups are accepted on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We recommend arriving as close to 10:15am as possible to allow time for tea and coffee before the first tour starts at 10:45am. The maximum group size is 40 people.
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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