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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The Temple of Friendship at Stowe Gardens, Buckinghamshire

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Stowe Gardens

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

The parterre in spring with Hughenden Manor in the background, Hughenden, 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

Visitors in the Water Garden walking along the stone steps towards the pagoda at Cliveden, Buckinghamshire

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Cliveden

Glorious gardens and woodlands overlooking the River Thames

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

Family in the woods at Mottistone Gardens, Isle of Wight climbing over fallen tree with bluebells flowering.

Family-friendly places in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Accessibility at Stowe - service dog enjoys a rest

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

Spring time in the woodlands at Cliveden, Buckinghamshire with three people walking their dogs in the background.

Countryside and woodland in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Events in August

Click here to find out about outdoor theatre and cinema, themed walks and tours and village open days. For families, book an afternoon of river dipping or gardening or give archery a go.

Children with football and badminton net

Summer of Play in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire

The summer holidays are jam-packed with games and experiences in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire. Give new (and old) sports a go at places like Cliveden, Hughenden, Waddesdon and Basildon Park. The Little People, BIG DREAMS® exhibition and trail at Stowe Gardens encourages kids to be bold, be brave and dream big. Or travel back in time to explore history and heraldry amongst the medieval ruins at Greys Court.

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.

view of boats moored on the River Thames in front of the Boat House at Cliveden

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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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Summer of Play

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire

Explore Cliveden your own way this summer, with activities to do whether you want a short stroll or a longer adventure.

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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.