The Vyne

National Trust Photographic Library / Andrea Jones

Sherborne St John
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 9HL

Tel: +44 (0)1256 883 858
+44 (0)1256 881 337 (infoline)
Fax: +44 (0)1256 881 720
Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/scripts/nthandbook.dll?ACTION=PROPERTY&PROPERTYID=227


Step into another world when you visit this richly historic house in a glorious, unspoilt setting, and discover a wealth of rare treasures and domestic features reflecting changing taste and style from every era.

Visited by King Henry VIII on at least three occasions, The Vyne continues to delight visitors of all ages today.

Explore five hundred years of history in one day! Find out about the Vyne's fascinating links with King Henry VIII and Jane Austin. Spot a wide variety of birds and wildlife in the old watermeadows. Childrens activities and quizzes available.

Extra value days - 1st and 2nd Monday of each month. Telephone or visit website for details.

This property is owned by The National Trust.

General Information:

  • Programme of events
  • Braille guide, large print guide
  • Shop
  • Café, picnic tables
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Suitable for school groups
  • Dogs in car park and woods only, on lead
  • Free parking
  • Disabled visitors: designated parking, manual wheelchairs, adapted WC, ground floor only fully accessible
  • New for 2009 Refreshment Kiosk (near car park)


    Opening Times
    (2009 times)
    House:
    14th March to 1st November:
    Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm.
    Monday to Wednesday 1.00pm - 5.00pm.

    The House at Christmas:
    12th December to 16th December 11.00am - 3.00pm19th December to 20th December 11.00am - 3.00pm

    Grounds/shop/restaurant:
    14th March to 9th March:
    Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm.

    15th March - 1st November:
    Monday to Wednesday also Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm.

    7th November to 23rd December:
    Monday to Wednesday also Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 3.00pm.

    Open Bank Holiday Mondays: 11.00am - 5.00pm. Iincluding House.

    Guided Tours of House:
    For Groups (25-50) by appointment only.

    14th March to 1st November:
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11.00am - 12.00pm.

    During busy periods timed tickets may be issued for entry to house. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.

    Admission Charges
    (2009 prices)
    House and Grounds:
    Adult £9.00; Child £4.50; Family £22.50.
    Pre-booked Groups £7.77.

    Grounds only:
    Adult £5.50; Child £2.75.
    Children under 17 accompanied by an adult.
    Children under 5 are admitted free of charge.

    Reduced price when arriving by cycle or public transport (applies to house & grounds ticket only).

    Directions
    Cycle: NCN23 1ml

    By Bus: Stagecoach in Hampshire 45 from Basingstoke, no Sunday service

    Station: Bramley 1 1/2 ml, Basingstoke 4ml

    By Road: 4ml N of Basingstoke between Bramley and Sheborne St John. From Basingstoke Ring Road A339, follow Basingstoke District Hospital signs until property signs. Follow A340 Aldermaston Road towards Tadley. Right turn into Morgaston Road. Right turn into car park
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    The Vyne Postcode for SatNav: RG24 9HL

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