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The house is one of the most theatrical and Italianate mid-18th-century buildings in England with facades designed as classical temples. The interior has Palmyrene painted ceilings and decoration, and pictures, furniture and sculpture all dating from the time of the 2nd baronet, Sir Francis Dashwood, founder of the Dilettanti Society. He also created the perfectly preserved rococo landscape garden set in the beautiful Chilterns countryside. This property is owned by The National Trust.
West Wycombe village also belongs to the National Trust but West Wycombe Caves and adjacent café are privately owned.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2006 times)
House and Grounds:1st June to 31st August Sunday to Thursday 2.00pm - 6.00pm. Grounds only: 2nd April to 31st May Sunday to Thursday 2.00pm - 6.00pm. Admission by guided tour on weekdays, tours every 20 mins (approx). Last admission 45 mins before closing. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
House and Grounds:Adult £5.70; Child £2.80; Family £14.50. Groups £4.50 per person. Grounds Only: Adult £3.00; Child £1.50. Free to National Trust members |
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Directions
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| 2 miles West of High Wycombe. At West end of West Wycombe, South of the Oxford road (A40). |
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