Waddesdon Manor
Splendid mansion with extensive art collection, immaculate furnishings and masterpieces by Dutch Masters, Reynolds and Gainsborough.
Waddesdon, Nr Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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EV charging options
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
At Waddesdon Manor we are committed to providing an accessible attraction for all, and try to ensure everyone can enjoy their visit while with us.
For full accessibility details please see waddesdon.org.uk/your-visit/disabled-access/
For any additional support for your visit please email [email protected]
Waddesdon Manor is an impressive French Renaissance-style château set in Buckinghamshire, with sweeping landscapes and manicured gardens. Originally developed in the 1870s and 1880s for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to house his collections of decorative arts, Old Master paintings and 18th-century portraits, Waddesdon welcomed the fashionable world with Saturday to Monday house parties. Ferdinand’s social circle spanned royalty, including the Prince of Wales, historians, explorers and writers.
Today, focal points in the garden include an iconic Victorian-style Parterre – famed for its colourful seasonal bedding, an ornate Rococo-style Aviary – conserving rare birds, and 3D bird bedding sculptures.
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.
Waddesdon Manor, a French Renaissance-style chateau, offers a variety of attractions and events for visitors. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for the Christmas season in 2025-2026:
Opening Times
Christmas Season (22 November 2025 – 4 January 2026):
- General Opening Days: Wednesday to Sunday.
- Additional Opening Days: Monday 22 November, Tuesday 23 November, Monday 29 December, and Tuesday 30 December.
- Closed: 25 and 26 December.
Attractions and Times
- Christmas Grounds & Light Trail: Open from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM (last entry at 6:00 PM).
- House: Open from 12:30 PM to 7:00 PM (last entry at 6:20 PM).
- Christmas Fair: Open from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, but only available until 14 December.
Late Night Openings
On Saturdays from 22 November to 20 December:
- Grounds: Open from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM (last entry at 7:00 PM).
- House: Open from 12:30 PM to 8:00 PM (last entry at 7:20 PM).
Admission Prices
Christmas Grounds
- Standard (22 November – 24 December): Adult £30, National Trust Adult £15.50, Child £14, National Trust Child £8.
- Off-peak (27 December – 4 January): Adult £25.50, National Trust Adult £13, Child £11.50, National Trust Child £6.
Christmas House and Grounds
- Standard (22 November – 24 December): Adult £45.50, National Trust Adult £21.50, Child £21.50, National Trust Child £10.50.
- Off-peak (27 December – 4 January): Adult £41, National Trust Adult £19, Child £19, National Trust Child £8.
Note: Waddesdon Manor does not participate in National Trust voucher promotions.
Additional Information
- Shuttle Bus: Operates throughout the day, with the last bus at 7:30 PM during the Christmas season. Tickets cost £2.50 for adults and £1.50 for children. Blue Badge holders and accompanying carers ride free.
- Parking: Free parking is available, with premium parking at £25 per car (pre-booking required).
Visitors are encouraged to download maps and guides in advance and to wear appropriate footwear for walking paths. Accessibility options are available for those with limited mobility.
House and Grounds Admission Prices
£27.00 Adults
£13.50 Children
Free to Historic Houses Members. To pre-book select ‘Art Fund – Historic Houses’ from a list of concessions on their website to book your slot and then show your membership card on entry
We welcome group visits to Waddesdon Manor from the UK and overseas.
Groups Admission Prices:
House and Grounds
£22.95 Adults
£11.45 Children
A visit to Waddesdon Manor brings learning to life.
Our interactive, hands-on early years and primary school programme supports key stages one and two and covers a wide range of topics using our rich resources.
We also support a range of secondary school subjects.
Contact: [email protected]
At Waddesdon Manor we are committed to providing an accessible attraction for all, and try to ensure everyone can enjoy their visit while with us.
For full accessibility details please see waddesdon.org.uk/your-visit/disabled-access/
For any additional support for your visit please email [email protected]
Getting here
Waddesdon, Nr Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH
Waddesdon Manor is just off the A41 between Bicester and Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. For Sat Nav users our postcode is HP18 0JH. The main visitor entrance is via Silk Street.
We recommend checking your route before you set off, as there are HS2 roadworks taking place on roads near us and a new road system and temporary road signs are in place.
BY RAIL
Regular trains run from London Marylebone to Aylesbury and Aylesbury Vale Parkway. The nearest train station is Aylesbury Vale Parkway. A taxi or bus journey is required to get to the manor. You can use our free shuttle bus, between 1 March – 28 October. This service takes you directly to our visitor Welcome Pavilion.
LOCAL BUSES
Local Red Rose bus (16) runs from Aylesbury to Marsh Gibbon via Waddesdon. Please note: this is an infrequent service and there are no buses on a Sunday. On arrival in Waddesdon village, walk through the main gates on Silk Street and you’ll be directed towards the Welcome Pavilion.
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