Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Country house mansions nestled into rolling hills, riverside meadows, grand gardens and mature woodland can all be found here. Discover what to see and do - there's something for all the family.

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Visitors enjoying autumn at Stowe Gardens

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Stowe Gardens

Gardening on the grandest scale in this Georgian landscape garden and park

Hughenden in Autumn surrounded by trees, Buckinghamshire

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Hughenden

Country home of the Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli

Cattle grazing on the estate at Basildon Park, Berkshire.

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Basildon Park

An estate saved from almost certain demolition and lovingly revived

Winter mist over the Parterre at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire in late November

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Cliveden

Glorious gardens and woodlands overlooking the River Thames

Yellow and red 'Dahlia Pooh' dahlias bloom in a packed garden border.

Gardens in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

The Parterre Garden at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire, with flowerbeds and the chateau-style house in the background

Houses and buildings in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

A parent and two children wearing winter coats walk through autumn trees in golden late afternoon sun

Family-friendly places in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Visitors walking in the grounds in autumn at Basildon Park, Berkshire

Walking in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Visitors sitting on the grass at the water's edge with their dog at Stowe Landscape Gardens, Buckinghamshire; the Temple of British Worthies is in the background.

Dog-friendly places in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

A woman eating a scone at Glendurgan Gardens

Places to eat in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

National Trust Surf Ambassadors volunteering to help clear scrub at Sandymouth, Cornwall.

Volunteering in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

A leafy path through Juniper Bank in Buckinghamshire in autumn

Countryside and woodland in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

To all our wonderful visitors who come back to see us at this busy time of year, we’ve got Christmas wrapped up for you in Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire, with magical days out, festive shopping and foodie treats.

A view of Waddesdon Manor illuminated as part of a Christmas lights event, with three lit-up Christmas trees in front of the manor and a large tree hung with bauble lights to the left

Christmas around Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Our National Trust places in Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire have the essence of Christmas all wrapped up in a beautiful package of gorgeously decorated houses studded with Christmas trees and twinkling with fairy lights. It’s the perfect backdrop to festive family memories.

If you need shade or shelter this summer, head into the house at Basildon Park for a glimpse behind the scenes on a film set and to Hughenden to see how Instagrammers weren't the first people to curate their public image, the Victorians were at it too.

A view through the trees of the warm cream colour stone facade of the west front of Basildon Park, Berkshire set in grass parkland

Basildon Park Visions Unreel

Basildon Park has a long association with TV and film as one of the National Trust's most popular filming locations. See the mansion and garden on Season Three of Bridgerton, streaming now, and glimpse behind the scenes on location at Basildon Park in Visions Unreel. The exhibition takes you on a journey from Netherfield Park in Pride and Prejudice 20 years ago, to more recent showcases in The Crown and The Gentlemen. The exhibitions is on now.

Myth and Mythmaking at Hughenden

Victorian Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli was a master at curating his own image. He used myths to craft his public persona and navigate the complex worlds of belonging, identity and relationships. Hughenden was stage and backdrop to his performance. Find out how in a new exhibition in the manor.

Hartwell House and Spa from the front, Aylesbury

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Hartwell House Hotel and Spa

Sitting in parkland on the edge of the Chilterns, this stunning Grade 1 listed hotel and spa is part-Jacobean mansion and part-Georgian house.

Cliveden Ferry Cottage

Views over the Thames from this half-timbered former ferryman’s cottage near the Cliveden estate.

Lock Cottage

A charming and cosy Thames-side cottage with a pretty garden close to the Thames Path.

Two people riding horses across a field surrounded by trees

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Horse riding at Stowe Gardens

Exploring Stowe Gardens on horseback is a great way to experience the landscape, sightlines and views designed to reveal the buildings, statues and monuments located across the grounds.

A view along the River Thames in Buckinghamshire with Spring Cottage in the background

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Boating at Cliveden

Discover all about the popular pastime of boating, links to Wind in the Willows, and how to hire a boat to enjoy the River Thames at Cliveden.

Visitors on a group garden tour at Hughenden, Buckinghamshire

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Supporter groups in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Find out about the work of local National Trust volunteering and supporter groups and how to join a group near you.

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Christmas Fair at Waddesdon

Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Our popular Christmas Fair guarantees a festive shopping experience that’s not to be missed.

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Christmas at Waddesdon

Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

This Christmas be spirited away to a magical wonderland at Waddesdon.

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Christmas in the House

Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Enjoy beautifully decorated interiors inspired by the tale of Sleeping Beauty.

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Christmas at Cliveden, 23 November to 5 January

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire

Experience the festive charm of Cliveden this Christmas with twinkling lights, decorated trees, and a Christmas mystery trail running from Saturday 30 November - Tuesday 31 December 2024.

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Visions Unreel: Exploring Basildon Park’s Film and TV Highlights

Basildon Park, Reading, Berkshire

Basildon Park has a long association with TV and film as one of the National Trust’s most popular filming locations. Come and explore our Visions Unreel exhibition as we showcase the films Basildon Park has played a role in.

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Myths & Mythmaking

Hughenden, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Join us as we explore the power of myths in shaping identities and understanding the world around us. Delve into the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and folklore.