Sulgrave Manor
The family home of President George Washington, Sulgrave Manor was rescued from dereliction in 1914.
Manor Road, Sulgrave, Northamptonshire, OX17 2SD
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Shop
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
- Access statement available
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Sulgrave Manor was built in 1539 for Tudor wool merchant Lawrence Washington, a direct ancestor of George Washington, the future first President of the United States. It remained in the ownership of the Washington family for only two generations, and was sold out of the family in 1659. Substantial alterations were made to the house in the 18th century and during the following century it was inhabited by a succession of tenant farmers.
Sulgrave Manor was rescued from dereliction in 1914 when it was purchased by the Anglo-American Peace Centenary Committee as part of the commemorations of the Treaty of Ghent, which established peace between Britain and the USA in 1814. The house and gardens were restored by arts and crafts architect Sir Reginald Blomfield and opened to the public in 1921.
Sulgrave Manor Trust was established in 1921 to preserve the Manor for public benefit, to promote its historic and symbolic role in Anglo-American relations and to encourage friendship and goodwill between the British and American peoples. Set in a picturesque village, close to both Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, our compact size, peaceful gardens and unique story make us an ideal place to explore.
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Sulgrave Manor & Garden is a historic site with connections to George Washington's ancestry. Below is a detailed summary of its opening times, events, and admission details for 2026:
Opening Times
The Manor and Garden will be open from 30th March to 30th September 2026. Open days are Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, from 10:30am to 4:00pm (last entry at 3:00pm). No advance tickets are required, and walk-ins are welcome. Members of Historic Houses can show their membership card for entry without booking.
Admission Prices
- General Admission with Gift Aid: Adult £11, Child (5-15 years) £5.50, Family £27.50 (up to 2 adults and 3 children), Under 5s and Carers free.
- General Admission: Adult £10, Child £5, Family £25, Under 5s and Carers free.
- Season Tickets: Single £35, Joint £40, Guest £40, Family £45. Season tickets exclude entry to special events.
Special Events
- Online Talk: "A Great Englishman? Exploring the English Roots of George Washington" on 24th February 2026 at 5:00pm GMT.
- Fiori Musicali Event: "1776 And All That!" on 22nd March 2026 at 6:00pm.
- Sherlock Holmes & the Hound of the Baskervilles: 27th June 2026 at 7:00pm.
- Summer Fun Day: 4th July 2026 from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
- Twelfth Night: 9th August 2026 at 7:00pm.
- Twilight Tour: 30th October 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
- Candlelight Christmas Special: 5th December 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
Group Visits
Group tours are available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from April to October. Morning slots are from 10:30am to 1:00pm, and afternoon slots are from 1:30pm to 4:00pm.
Additional Information
Pop-up talks are held every Monday and Tuesday during the open season at 12:30pm, with a schedule of topics available. Special events may affect regular opening days, so visitors are encouraged to check the schedule for updates.
Historic Houses members visit for free. Members should choose the Historic Houses Members ticket option when booking online.
Standard Adult: £10.00
Child (Age 5-15): £5.50
Family (2 adults, 3 children): £27.50
Groups are welcome on Thursdays all through the year by prior arrangement only.
We can offer private tours for individuals (4-10 people) with one of our senior guides. Prices are on request and this must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance.
We can also offer for groups of 20 or more, guided tours of the house and garden.
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
- Access statement available
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Getting here
Manor Road, Sulgrave, Northamptonshire, OX17 2SD
Sulgrave Manor is in the village of Sulgrave just off the B4525 road from Banbury to Northampton.
Sulgrave is about half an hour from Oxford, Stratford and Warwick and ninety minutes from London via the M1 or M40.
The nearest station is Banbury. There are regular direct trains from London Oxford, Birmingham, and Stratford-Upon-Avon as well as direct links to other major towns and cities. There is a taxi rank at Banbury station and the journey takes about 15 minutes.
Dr Steven Knapp, President of George Washington University, Washington DC
There is no richer symbol of the deep historical and cultural connection between our two nations than the ancestral home of the leading founder of the United States.
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