Osterley Park and House

Description

Osterley Park and House explore this 'Palace of Palaces' between Wednesday - Sunday. Please note during until our main season returns in March 2026, there are limited number of rooms open for visitors on the Principle Floor. The interior of Osterley House is one of the finest and most complete by Robert Adam still in existence. 

Popular rooms such as the Entrance Hall and the Long Gallery are open for visitors to see. Rooms are open depending on volunteer availability on the day. A rare survival in Greater London, Osterley Park provides a peaceful retreat with acres of parkland for visitors to enjoy.

Price starts from £16.50 for Adults(18 years and over), £8.39 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £41.30 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Osterley House: Explore this 'Palace of Palaces' between Wednesday - Sunday. Please note during until our main season returns in March 2026, there are limited number of rooms open for visitors on the Principle Floor. The interior of Osterley House is one of the finest and most complete by Robert Adam still in existence. Popular rooms such as the Entrance Hall and the Long Gallery are open for visitors to see. Rooms are open depending on volunteer availability on the day.
  • Parkland: A rare survival in Greater London, Osterley Park provides a peaceful retreat with acres of parkland for visitors to enjoy.
  • Formal Garden: Bask in the 18th-century grandeur of Osterley's restored formal gardens with its herbaceous borders, roses and ornamental vegetable beds. Make sure to stop by the iconic Garden House, built in 1780 and designed by Robert Adam.
  • Shop and second-hand bookshop: Located in the courtyard, Osterley's shop is filled with gifts, homeware, local produce and plants, or find your next favourite book in the second-hand bookshop.
  • Cycle Hire: Explore the estate on two wheels and see what wildlife you can find with bikes available to hire for all ages, including balance bikes for toddlers.
  • Family-friendly things to do at Osterley Park and House: Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in nature by exploring Osterley’s backdrop of peaceful parkland, woodland and lakes. Travel back in time on a brand new family-friendly trail featuring Horrible Histories® Gorgeous Georgians and discover the quirks of Georgian life. Must end 31 August 2025.
  • The House at Osterley Park: The interior of Osterley House is one of the finest and most complete by Robert Adam still in existence. The delicate decorations, friezes and furniture were designed by Adam specifically for each room. See the luxurious state apartments and modest family rooms as you discover the mansion, and some of Osterley's stories and secrets.
  • The garden at Osterley Park: Osterley Park's formal garden was transformed during a six-year project from an overgrown wilderness back to its 18th-century grandeur with herbaceous borders, roses and ornamental vegetable beds. With bulbs springing to life in the garden throughout the year and garden buildings to explore, there's plenty to enjoy whatever the weather.
  • The park and estate at Osterley: A rare survival in Greater London, Osterley Park provides a peaceful retreat with acres of parkland to enjoy. Open all year, there are many walks to take, activities to enjoy and wildlife to spot as you discover the wider estate. Over time, Osterley’s setting has softened – canals evolving into lakes, avenues to clumps of shrubbery, mills into follies, and views across the estate to the house opened up once more.
  • Outdoor activities at Osterley Park and House: Osterley is a great destination for outdoor activities in London. With parkland, lawns and lakes, there’s plenty of space to get active and try something new.

Facilities

  • Parking: 400 yards up the main driveway. £7.00 for non-members, pay by phone. You do not need to book parking for your visit.
  • Food & Drinks: Stables Cafe is open daily serving hot and cold food, drinks and sweet treats. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
  • Dogs allowed: Dogs are only allowed in the formal gardens during our off-peak season with leads on. Dogs are allowed off-lead within the designated area on the front lawn and should be on a lead elsewhere in the park. Dogs must be on a lead in the Stables Courtyard, Causeway, café, and shop. Only assistance dogs are permitted in Osterley House.

What to see

The history of Osterley Park: From humble Tudor beginnings, the house at Osterley Park was transformed by architect Robert Adam for the Child family during the late 18th century, turning it into a fashionable party house fit for entertaining banking clients, friends and family.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/osterley-park-and-house/the-history-of-osterley-park

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

House & Gardens: 

  • Adult (18+): £16.50 with Gift Aid / £15.00 without Gift Aid.
  • Child (5–17), under 5s free: £8.39 with Gift Aid / £7.50 without Gift Aid.
  • Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £41.30 with Gift Aid / £37.50 without Gift Aid.
  • 1 adult family: £24.80 with Gift Aid / £18.00 without Gift Aid.

Gardens Only (non BH Mondays & Tuesdays): 

  • Adult (18+): £9.40 with Gift Aid. £6.80 without Gift Aid.
  • Child (5–17), under 5s free: £4.70 with Gift Aid. £3.40 without Gift Aid.
  • Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £23.40 with Gift Aid. £17.00 without Gift Aid.
  • 1 adult family: £14.10 with Gift Aid. £10.20 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/osterley-park-and-house#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • House: Closed
  • Garden: 10:00 - 16:00
  • Park: 09:00 - 16:00
  • Second-hand bookshop: 11:00 - 15:30
  • Shop: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Stables Café: 10:00 - 16:00

Address: National Trust - Osterley Park and House, Jersey Road, Isleworth, UK

Post Code: TW7 4RB

Council: Hounslow

County: Greater London

  • By road: On A4 between Hammersmith and Hounslow. Follow brown tourist signs on A4 between Gillette Corner and Osterley underground station; from west M4, exit 3 then follow A312/A4 towards central London. Main gates at junction with Thornbury and Jersey Roads.
  • By train: Isleworth 1½ miles (2.4km). Nearest step-free access station: Hounslow 2 ¾ miles (4.3 km). Trains run by SWR, visit their website for train times.
  • By bus: TfL H28 Hayes to Hounslow to Osterley, H91 Hounslow to Hammersmith to within 1 mile.
  • Parking: 400 yards up the main driveway. £7.00 for non-members, pay by phone. You do not need to book parking for your visit.

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