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Waddesdon manor was built between 1874 and 1889 in the style of a 16th-century French chateau for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to entertain his guests and display his vast collection of art treasures.
It houses an extraordinary assemblage of French 18th-century decorative arts to rank in importance with the Metropolitan Museum, New York and the Louvre in Paris. Outstanding paintings include portraits by Gainsborough and Reynolds and works by Dutch and Flemish masters of the 17th-century.
Waddesdon has one of the finest Victorian gardens in Britain and is renowned for its seasonal displays. A Rococo-style aviary houses a splendid collection of exotic birds and vintage Rothschild wines are found in the wine cellars.
Waht's new in 2006: Displays and interpretation on drawings, fans, biscuit porcelain, sculpture and the recreation of a 19th-century upstairs sitting room.
This property is owned by The National Trust.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
Gardens: 4th to 26th March: Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm.29th March to 23rd December: Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am-5.00pm. 6th January to 25th February 07: Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm. House: 29th March to 29th October: Wednesday to Sunday 11.00am-4.00pm. Part of house: 15th November to 23rd December Wednesday to Friday 12.00pm -4.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm. Bachelors' Wing: 29th March to 27th October Wednesday to Friday 11.00am - 4.00pm. Shops & restaurants: As gardens, 10.00am-5.00pm. Coffee bar: 29th March to 23rd December: Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm. Summerhouse: April to October Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am-5.00pm. Admission by timed ticket only, inc National Trust Members. Open Bank Holiday Mons. Last admission 1 hr before closing. Sculpture in garden uncovered week before Easter, weather permitting. Bachelors' Wing: Space limited and entry cannot be guaranteed. Coffee bar and summerhouse open weather permitting. Part of house, grounds, restaurants and shops open 18th & 19th December. The property may have to be closed on Sunday 9th July, Please telephone in advance. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Gardens, Aviary, Restaurants and Shops:Adult £5.00; Child £2.50; Family (2 adults & 2 children (gardens only)) £12.50. Groups: Adult £4.00 Child £2.00. House (additional): Adult £7.00; Child £6.00. Groups: Adult £5.60; Child £4.80. Bachelors' Wing: Adult £3.00 Child £3.00. Groups £3.00. Part of house (Nov/Dec): Adult £4.00 Child £2.00. Groups: Adult £3.20, Child £1.60. Admission free for children in August. Free to National Trust Members. To visit the grounds (inc restaurants) a ground ticket must be purchased. Timed tickets to the house can be bought up to 24 hours in adgance of a visit, advance booking charge £3 per transaction. Tel booking office Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm. Group rates weekdays only and must be booked and paid for in advance. |
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Directions
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By Bus: Arriva 16/7 from Aylesbury Station: Aylesbury 6ml; Haddenham & Thame Parkway 9ml By Road: Access via Waddesdon village, 6ml NW of Aylesbury on A41; M40 (westbound) exit 6 or 7 via Thame and Long Crendon or M40 (eastbound) exit 9 via Bicester. |
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Waddesdon Manor Postcode for SatNav: HP18 0JH |
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Nearby Attractions
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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
(2 Miles)*
The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre is a working Steam Museum, with one of the largest collections of locomotives, vehicles and railway memorabilia in the UK. |
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Claydon House
(5 Miles)*
Claydon is an extraordinary house with remarkable 18th century, rococo and chinoiserie decoration. Features include the unique Chinese room and parquetry Grand Stairs. |
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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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