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This 688 hectare (1700 acre) estate was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1946 and still maintains traditional farms and extensive areas of woodland, including ancient oak and beech.
Lower Brockhampton
At the heart of the Brockhampton estate lies Lower Brockhampton - a medieval moated manor house with a beautiful timber framed gatehouse. Visitors can see the Great Hall, open to the rafters which were constructed from wood from the estate.The Norman Chapel
Discover the ruined Norman Chapel near to Lower Brockhampton.Relaxing Walks
There are miles of walks across the Brockhampton estate through park and woodland and includes sculptures with a local theme.Many varieties of wildlife
The estate is home to a rich variety of wildlife including the dormouse, buzzard and raven.Local produce
Sample the local specialities in the tearoom and visit the imaginatively stocked shop selling mostly local produce and crafts.The ground floor of Lower Brockhampton and tearoom are accessible. Please telephone 01885 288099 for details of facilities for visitors with disabilities.General Information:
- Tea room
- Toilets
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
House:3rd March to 1st April: Saturdays and Sundays only 12.00pm - 4.00pm. 4th April to 30th September: Wednesday - Sunday 12.00pm - 5.00pm. 3rd to 28th October: Wednesday - Sunday 12noon - 4.00pm. Open Bank Holiday Mondays and Good Friday. Estate: Open Daily. Last admission to House/last orders in tea room 30 minutes before closing. The Granary Shop: Open as house. Old Apple Store Tea Room: Open as House March to June, and September to end October, but open 7 days a week, 12.00pm - 5.00pm in July and August, then open weekends only in December. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
(National Trust members admitted free of charge on production of current membership card).Whole Estate*: Adult £5.00; Child £2.50; Child under 5yrs Free; Family £12.50 (2 adults and up to 3 children). Adult Group Rate £4.00. Lower Brockhampton*: Adult £4.50; Child £2.50; Family £11.50. Adult Group Rate £3.50. Park Only: Adult £2.00; Child Free. *Includes a voluntary 10% donation which will be put towards the restoration and upkeep of this property. If you are a UK taxpayer, please complete a Gift Aid declaration which will allow the National Trust to claim an extra 28% from the Government on your total payment. |
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Directions
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| 2 miles east of Bromyard on the A44; house reached by a narrow road through 1 1/2 miles of woods and parkland. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Witley Court
(8 Miles)*
One hundred years ago, Witley Court was one of England's great country houses. Today it is a spectacular ruin following a great fire in 1937. |
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The Elgar Birthplace Museum
(8 Miles)*
The Cottage in which Elgar was born on 2nd June 1857 is in the heart of the countryside he loved, near the Teme valley and facing the Malvern Hills. |
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Worcester Racecourse
(10 Miles)*
National Hunt racing at one of Britain's oldest racecourses, where racing has been taking place on the banks of the River Severn since 1718. |
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