Basildon Park

National Trust Photographic Library / Andreas Von Einsiedel

Lower Basildon
Reading
Berkshire
RG8 9NR

Tel: +44 (0)1189 843 040
+44 (0)1494 755 558 (infoline)
Fax: +44 (0)1189 767 370
Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/scripts/nthandbook.dll?ACTION=PROPERTY&PROPERTYID=254


This beautiful Palladian mansion was built in 1776-83. The interior is notable for its original delicate plasterwork and elegant staircase, as well as the unusual Octagon Room. The house fell on hard times early in the last century but was rescued and restored by Lord and Lady Iliffe, who filled it with fine pictures and furniture.

The early 19th-century pleasure gardens are currently being restored and there are way-marked trails through the parkland. This property is owned by The National Trust.

What's new in 2006: Behind-the-scenes exhibition of 'The making of Pride & Prejudice at Basildon Park' runs all year (times as house. Costumes from the film on display April - end of June only.

General Information:

  • Special tours by arrangement
  • Programme of events
  • Disabled visitors: adapted WCs and designated parking for wheelchair users, ramp to ground floor available, other floors not accessible to wheelchair users
  • Braille guide, large print guide
  • Licensed restaurant, picnic in grounds
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Suitable for school groups
  • Dogs only on lead and only in park and woodland, not near house
  • Free parking

     

    Opening Times
    (2006 times)
    House:
    22nd March to 29th October Wednesday to Sunday 12.00pm - 5.00pm.

    Grounds & Restaurant:
    As house 11.00am - 5.00pm.

    Shop 22nd March to 29th October Wednesday - Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st November to 17th December Wednesday to Sunday 12.00pm - 4.00pm

    Open Bank Holiday Mondays. Property closed at 4.00pm on 18, 19 & 20 August for firework concerts (last entry 3.30)

    Admission Charges
    (2006 prices)
    House:
    Adult £5.30; Child £2.65; Family £13.25.

    Park and Garden only:
    Adult £2.70; Child £1.35; Family £6.75.

    Free to National Trust Members

    Directions
    Between Pangbourne and Streatley, 7 miles North West of Reading on West side of A329; leave M4 at exit 12 and follow brown signs to Pangbourne.
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