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Chastleton
Discover the myths and memories of an ancient country house, a compelling time capsule of 400 years of family life
Chastleton, near Moreton-in-Marsh, Oxfordshire, GL56 0SU
Important notice
Our snowdrop opening is pre-book only. Please visit our 'Things to see and do' page for more information and to book.
Opening times for 1 February 2025
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £15.40 £14.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £7.70 £7.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £38.50 £35.00 1 adult family £23.10 £21.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Bookshop
Dogs allowed
Welcome on leads in the car park, parkland, forecourt and stable yard (assistance dogs only in the garden).
Car park
Toilet
Accessible parking available closer to the house, however please go to the visitor reception first to get your ticket. No step-free access to the house. House has one wheelchair for ground floor use only. Accessible toilets available near the house and in Visitor Reception. Braille guides available. Induction Loop in visitor reception. Baby changing facilities. Assistance dogs only in the house and garden.
Accessible toilet
Seating available
Induction loop
Steps/uneven terrain
Photograph album
Virtual tour
Ramped access/slopes
Wheelchairs available
By road
6 miles from Stow-on-the-Wold. Approach only from A436 between A44 (west of Chipping Norton) and Stow
Parking: free, 270 yards (short steep hill)
Sat Nav: Use GL56 0SP to the Greedy Goose pub (currently closed), then follow brown signs. Do not follow signs to Chastleton village.
By train
Moreton-in-Marsh 4 miles
By bus
The 801 Bus runs hourly between Cheltenham and Chipping Norton, connecting with rail services at Moreton-in-Marsh. For Chastleton alight at Little Compton (Brewery Lane stop) and follow road signs to Chastleton Village. This is a 1 mile walk along a lane, traffic is light, but be aware of cars.
Highlights
Closed for winter
Chastleton is now closed for winter. We look forward to welcoming you back from 5 March 2025.
House
Jacobean mansion, built in the early 17th century.
Garden
Small and intimate series of spaces including the Best Garden, Kitchen Garden, Wilderness Walk and Croquet Lawns where the rules of the game were codified.
Church teas
Church teas are available on most open days, by arrangement of local charities and the Church (not National Trust).
Dovecote
Traditional dovecote, which belonged to a long-demolished house on the land.
Things to see and do
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The garden at Chastleton
The garden is now closed for winter. We look forward to welcoming you back on selected dates in February for snowdrop displays, or when we re-open the Wilderness Walk from 5 March.
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Visiting the house at Chastleton
Chastleton house is now closed for winter. We look forward to welcoming you back from Wednesday 5 March 2025.
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Visiting Chastleton with your dog
Chastleton is a one pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome on leads in the car park, parkland, forecourt and stableyard (assistance dogs only in the house and garden). There may be restrictions in place on farmland or in woodland at certain times of the year, such as during lambing season. Please look out for any local notices advising of these restrictions while you're visiting with your dog.
Spotlight events
First flowers: snowdrops at Chastleton
11, 12, 18 and 19 February: book a visit to explore the snowdrop displays from Chastleton's winding Wilderness Walk, before we re-open for the year on 5 March. Free for National Trust members, £4.50 for non-members.
Take part in an Easter trail
18, 19 and 20 April: join us for an Easter adventure at Chastleton. Discover our family-friendly trail with fun activities for you to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn your chocolate egg at the end. Normal property admission applies (free for National Trust members and under 5s), plus £3.50 per trail.
Shopping
Shopping at Chastleton
Browse the second-hand bookshop, purchase some local home-grown produce, or pick up a few plants to create your own Chastleton garden back at home.
Upcoming events
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First Flowers: Snowdrops at Chastleton
11, 12, 18 and 19 February: book a visit to explore the snowdrop display in Chastleton's Wilderness Walk.
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Easter egg hunt at Chastleton
18, 19 and 20 April: explore the Wilderness Walk and house with the whole family at Chastleton on our Easter trail.
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Inspired by Chastleton
13 May, 10 June, 8 July, 5 August, 2 September: bring a paintbrush, pencil, camera or notebook and enjoy an art focussed, out-of-hours garden opening.
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Behind Closed Doors: Chastleton Conservation Tour
27 May and 28 October: spend the afternoon with our conservation team discovering Chastleton’s unique approach to conservation and what goes on behind the scenes to preserve this Cotswold gem.
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Behind Closed Doors: Textiles Tour
24 June, 29 July and 30 September: discover more about the unique textiles collection at Chastleton, from handstitched and woven items dating back to the 17th century to more contemporary items.
About Chastleton
A rare gem of a Jacobean country house, Chastleton House was built between 1607 and 1612 by the prosperous wool merchant, Walter Jones, as an impressive statement of his wealth and power.
Owned by the same increasingly impoverished family until 1991, the house remained essentially unchanged for nearly 400 years as the interiors and contents gradually succumbed to the ravages of time.
With virtually no intrusion from the 21st century, this fascinating place exudes an informal and timeless atmosphere in a gloriously unspoilt setting. We don't have a shop or tea-room, so you can truly imagine you have stepped back in time.
Important information
Last entry to the house is at 4pm to allow sufficent time to enjoy your visit.
History
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The history of Chastleton House
Chastleton was built as a display of wealth and status, but eventually fell into a state of romantic neglect. Discover the history of this fine 17th-century country house.
Art and collections
Chastleton’s objects and collections
Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Chastleton on the National Trust Collections website.
Support us
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Volunteering at Chastleton
Discover what volunteering opportunities are available at Chastleton.
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Supporter groups in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds
Chastleton is generously supported by the work of National Trust volunteering and supporter groups in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds. You can join to support us and other local places.
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Supporter groups in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
Chastleton is generously supported by the work of National Trust volunteering and supporter groups in Oxfordshire, Buckingham and Berkshire. You can join to support us and other local places.