Name: Charlecote Park
Rating: 5.0

Charlecote Park

Wellesbourne, Warwick, Warwickshire CV35, UK

1-99 Years

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Charlecote Park, a family home for more than 900 years, was transformed in the 1800s into one of the finest examples of Elizabethan Revival style by its owners Mary Elizabeth and George Hammond Lucy. Overlooking the river Avon on the edge of Shakespeare’s Stratford, it is a place of surprising treasures, which reflect the tastes and memories of the Lucy family.

The exceptionally well preserved working spaces, the laundry, brewhouse and kitchen, give a taste of past activity, while the stables still hold the family carriage collection. In the parkland, Jacob sheep and fallow deer roam across the landscape designed by 'Capability' Brown, while the formal parterre and shady woodland garden that Mary Elizabeth loved so dearly are a haven for pollinators.

Prices starts from £18.70 for adults, £9.40 for Child and £28.10 for Family. If you’re looking for the best place to visit with family and kids, this is a perfect choice for a fun and relaxing day out.

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Features

Parkland: Informal landscaped parkland designed by 'Capability' Brown. Nestled between two rivers, with free roaming deer and sheep, it is home to a wide variety of wildlife.
House: A compact Tudor house with Victorian extensions and interiors. Home to the Lucy family for nine centuries, including present-day residents. 'Library of Memories' display on the first floor.
Historic buildings: The Service Courtyard outside the main house, including the original laundry room, brewhouse, carriage collection, tack room, slaughter house, Victorian kitchen and scullery.
Garden: Relaxed gardens created by Mary Elizabeth Lucy. Includes ancient cedar trees, flower borders, and a parterre overlooking the river.
Family-friendly things to do at Charlecote Park: Discover all the things to do on a family day out at Charlecote Park. From exploring the Service Courtyard and imagining life in the Victorian era to watching deer in the parkland, there's plenty to keep little ones entertained. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and how best to plan your day out at Charlecote Park with children in mind.
Things to do in the garden at Charlecote Park: The garden at Charlecote Park reflects the passion of the Lucy family, in particular Mary Elizabeth Lucy (1803 - 1890), who could often be seen tending the borders in the early hours. Discover the formal riverside parterre that she loved, peer inside the Victorian summerhouse, and find seasonal highlights in the garden all year round.
Things to see and do in the house at Charlecote Park: Overlooking the river Avon on the edge of Shakespeare’s Stratford, the house at Charlecote Park has been home to the Lucy family for over 900 years, and remains their home today. Find out what you can see inside this Victorian family home, and discover an immaculately preserved service courtyard.
Exploring the parkland at Charlecote Park: Charlecote’s tranquil parkland is the perfect place to picnic, play or wander all year round. Clear your mind with a gentle stroll through the wildlife-rich meadow and tree-lined avenues.
Things to see and do in the Service Courtyard: Charlecote Park has one of the best original carriage collections in the National Trust's care and a rare surviving brewhouse, amongst other hidden treasures.
Things to do on rainy days at Charlecote Park: How to make the most of quieter rainy days at Charlecote Park throughout the year? Find out more below.

Facilities

Parking: All parking is in the main car park. Designated accessible parking spaces can be found near the Visitor Reception. Limited accessible parking may be available on-site, please ask at Visitor Reception. The buggy service, running between the main gates and the House, is volunteer-led and runs on an ad-hoc basis. 14 electric vehicle charging points are available.
Food & Drinks: Café - At least one of the outlets is open daily from 9.30am.
Toilet: Toilets are open, including accessible and baby changing facilities and may be closed for short periods during the day for cleaning.
Dogs allowed: Charlecote Park is a two-pawprint rated place. Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome on the designated dog walking route, and inside the Wood Yard Café and Orangery Cafe. If your dog is easily excited by livestock, please speak to the team in Visitor Reception to find alternative walking routes.

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Parkland walk at Charlecote Park: Take a family-friendly stroll through the ‘Capability’ Brown-inspired landscape at Charlecote Park at any time of year, along mown grassy paths that are suitable for big-wheeled buggies. The River Avon and the lake offer plenty of wildlife-spotting opportunities along the way.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

House, Parkland & Garden:

Adult(18+): £18.70 with Gift Aid & £17.00 without Gift Aid.
Child(5–17): £9.40 with Gift Aid & £8.50 without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free.
Family(2 adults and up to 3 children): £46.80 with Gift Aid & £42.50 without Gift Aid.
1 Adult and up to 3 Children: £28.10 with Gift Aid & £25.50 without Gift Aid.

Parkland & Garden:

Adult (18+): £16.50 with Gift Aid & £15.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17): £8.30 with Gift Aid & £7.50 without Gift Aid.
Under 5s: Free.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £41.30 with Gift Aid & £37.50 without Gift Aid.
1 Adult and up to 3 Children: £24.80 with Gift Aid & £22.50 without Gift Aid.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/warwickshire/charlecote-park#place-prices

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/warwickshire/charlecote-park#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

House: 11:00 - 15:00
Garden: 09:00 - 17:00
Outbuildings: 10:30 - 17:00
Park: 09:00 - 17:00
Shop: 10:30 - 16:30
Tea-room: 09:30 - 17:00

Time may vary please check here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/warwickshire/charlecote-park#place-opening-times

Address: Wellesbourne, Warwick, Warwickshire CV35, UK

Post Code: CV35 9ER

Council: Stratford-on-Avon

County: Warwickshire

By road: 6 miles south of Warwick on the north side of B4086. You may need to drive past the blue gates or church to reach the car park. The car park is located on the opposite side of the road to the main house and parkland.
On foot: If arriving by foot, please enter through the Visitor Reception in the car park. You can easily walk to Charlecote from Wellesbourne or Hampton Lucy.
By train: The closest train stations are: Stratford-upon-Avon – 5 miles, Warwick – 6 miles, Warwick Parkway – 8 miles, Leamington Spa – 8 miles. There are direct trains to Warwick from: Birmingham’s Solihull (20 mins), Moor Street (30 mins) and Snow Hill (30 mins), plus London Marylebone (90 mins). You can also get to Leamington Spa from: Coventry (10 mins), Oxford (35 mins) and Reading (60 mins).
By bus: Buses from Warwick (20 mins), Stratford-Upon-Avon (30 mins) and Leamington Spa (45 mins) stop just outside Charlecote Park. Take Stagecoach 15 bus and hop off at the Charlecote Pheasant bus stop, then walk to the car park to reach the Visitor Reception. Bus 15 runs Monday - Sunday, and journeys between Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick/Leamington Spa.
Cycling: Cycle parking is in the main visitor car park, in front of the Visitor Reception. Locks, bike pumps and a bike repair kit can be borrowed from the Visitor Reception.
Parking: All parking is in the main car park. Designated accessible parking spaces can be found near the Visitor Reception. Limited accessible parking may be available on-site, please ask at Visitor Reception. The buggy service, running between the main gates and the House, is volunteer-led and runs on an ad-hoc basis. 14 electric vehicle charging points are available.