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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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Top places to visit in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire

Visitors enjoying autumn at Stowe Gardens
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Stowe Gardens 

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

Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

Fully open today
Winter trees with the house peering behind at Hughenden
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Hughenden 

Country home of the Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Fully open today
Visitors in the parkland in winter at Basildon Park, Berkshire
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Basildon Park 

An estate saved from almost certain demolition and lovingly revived

Reading, Berkshire

Fully open today
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

Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire

Partially open today

What's on in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire in December

It's all about Christmas in December. 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.

A line of white LED candles between branches of a christmas tree

Christmas tours, workshops and lunches 

Book candlelight tours at Claydon, Chastleton and Greys Court. Book the family on to Christmas craft workshops at Hughenden, or book in for a weekday Christmas lunch with all the trimmings at Basildon Park.

Places to stay in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire

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.

The exterior of Cliveden Ferry Cottage

Cliveden Ferry Cottage 

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

The exterior of Lock Cottage, Oxfordshire

Lock Cottage 

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

Outdoor activities in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire

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.

Join your local supporter group

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.

Upcoming events

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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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27 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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12:00 to 19:00
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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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27 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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12:30 to 19:00
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A Christmas Mystery Trail at Cliveden 

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire

Experience festive fun for all the family and take part in a 1920s themed ‘Whodunit’ Christmas trail which will run from Saturday 30 November - Sunday 5 January.

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28 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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09:30 to 15:00
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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 - Sunday 5 January.

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28 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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09:30 to 15:30
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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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28 Dec to 31 Dec 2024
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10:00 to 15:00
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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.

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28 Dec to 31 Dec 2024
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10:00 to 15:30
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A Nordic Christmas at Hughenden 

Hughenden, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

25 November 2024 - 3 January 2025: Whisk your family away from the everyday and immerse yourself in a Nordic inspired Christmas at Hughenden, with a decorated house and family activity trail.

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28 Dec 2024 to 3 Jan 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
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Christmas at Greys Court, 23 November to 5 January 

Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Greys Court warmly welcomes you this Christmas.

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28 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
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Two visitors walking along the path with sun behind them whilst exploring the Christmas Light Trail in the garden at Belton Estate, Lincolnshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.