Ashridge Estate |
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This magnificent estate runs along the main ridge of the Chiltern Hills.
There are 5,000 acres of woodlands, commons and chalk downland with a wide variety of wildlife and many splendid walks.
The focal point of the area is the Bridgewater Monument, erected in 1832.
The Visitor Centre is situated next to the Monument.
General Information:
- Tea room (not NT) in visitor centre
- Discovery Room
- Shop
- Wheelchair/electric runaround available (booking essential)
- Adapted WC with RADAR lock
- Self guided walks available from the National Trust Shop
- Free parking.
- Wheelchair / mobility vehicles available
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
Estate: Open all year. Visitor Centre and Shop: 13th February to 19th December: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm. Monument: 3rd April to 31st October: 12.00pm - 4.30pm. Tea Room (non NT): 1st January to 1st April: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm. 2nd April to 31st October: 8.00am - 6.00pm. 1st November 2009 to 31st December 2010: 10.00am - 4.00pm. |
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
Monument: Adult £1.70; Child 85p.Estate and Visitor Centre: Free entry. |
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Directions
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| Between Northchurch and Ringshall just off B4506.(if using Sat Nav use postcode HP4 1LT) |
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Ashridge Estate Postcode for SatNav: HP4 1LX |
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Nearby Attractions
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 ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
(3 Miles)*
Escape the urban jungle and head for Whipsnade for the perfect family day out. |
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Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park
(7 Miles)*
Oak Farm Rare Breeds Park is now Closed to Visitors. |
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Ascott
(7 Miles)*
Originally a half-timbered Jacobean farmhouse, Ascott was bought in 1876 by the de Rothschild family and considerably transformed and enlarged. |
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