Ashridge Estate


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Ringshall
Berkhampstead
Hertfordshire
HP4 1LX

Tel: +44 (0)1442 851 227
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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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
(2011 times)
Estate: Open all year.

Visitor Centre and Shop:
14th February to 18th December:
Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

Monument:
9th April to 30th October:
Weekends and bank holidays 12.00pm - 4.30pm (Weather dependant)

Brownlow Cafe (non NT):
1st January - 31st March: Daily 8.00am - 4.00pm.
1st April - 25th October: 8.00am - 6.00pm.
16th October - 31st December: 8.00am - 4.00pm.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Monument: Adult £1.80; Child 90p.
Estate and Visitor Centre: Free entry.

Directions
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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