Ascott |
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Originally a half-timbered Jacobean farmhouse, Ascott was bought in 1876 by the de Rothschild family and considerably transformed and enlarged. It houses an exceptional collection of fine paintings, Oriental porcelain and English and French furniture.
The extensive gardens are a mixture of the formal and natural, containing specimen trees and shrubs, a herbaceous border, lily pond, Dutch garden and remarkable topiary sundial.
This property is owned by The National Trust.
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
House and Garden:27th March to 29th April 2.00pm - 6.00pm Daily except Monday. 1st May to 26th July 2.00pm - 6.00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. 31st July to 14th September 2.00pm - 6.00pm Daily. Last admission 5.00pm. During 2007 the House and gardens will be open on Bank Holiday Mondays including Monday 7th May and Monday 27th May when the garden is open in aid of the National Garden Scheme. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
House and Garden:Adult £8.00; Child £4.00. Garden Only: Adult £4.00; Child £2.00. National Trust members Free. No concessions for Groups or Senior Citizens. |
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Directions
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Half mile East of Wing, 2 miles South West of Leighton Buzzrd, on South side of A418. By Bus:Arriva The Shires X15 Aylesbury - Milton Keynes By Train:Station - Leighton Buzzard, 2 miles. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Leighton Buzzard Railway
(4 Miles)*
With its sharp curves, its steep gradients, its level crossings and its unique roadside running, the Leighton Buzzard Railway takes you back to a more relaxed age of transport. |
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Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park
(6 Miles)*
Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park is now Closed to Visitors. |
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Ashridge Estate
(7 Miles)*
A 5,000 acre countryside estate with many splendid walks. The focal point of the area is the Bridgewater Monument. |
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Holiday Inn Aylesbury
(6 Miles)*
There's plenty to see and do in Aylesbury. |
Campanile Milton Keynes
(7 Miles)*
Located on the outskirts of Milton Keynes, the hotel is in an ideal location for both business and leisure travellers and offers modern and contemporary accommodation at an affordable price. |
Horwood House
(8 Miles)*
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