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A magnificent 17th-century house displaying one of the finest art collections in the care of the National Trust, nestled in a 700-acre deer park
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 9LR
Asset | Opening time |
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House | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Deer Park | 08:00 - 18:00 |
Pleasure Garden | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Shop | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Historic Kitchens | Closed |
North Car Park (for Deer Park) | 08:00 - 18:00 |
Main Car Park | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Second-hand Bookshop | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Audit Room Café | 10:30 - 15:30 |
Last admission to House 3pm
Ticket type | Gift aid | Standard |
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Adult | £20.90 | £19.00 |
Child | £10.50 | £9.50 |
Family | £52.30 | £47.50 |
Family: 1 adult, 3 children | £31.40 | £28.50 |
Ticket type | Gift aid | Standard |
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Adult | £11.00 | £10.00 |
Child | £5.50 | £5.00 |
Family | £27.50 | £25.00 |
Family: 1 adult, 3 children | £16.50 | £15.00 |
Ticket type | Gift aid | Standard |
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Adult | £16.50 | £15.00 |
Child | £8.50 | £7.50 |
Family | £41.30 | £37.50 |
Family: 1 adult, 3 children | £24.80 | £22.50 |
Second-hand bookshop located in the Servants' Quarters
Dogs on short leads are welcome in the Pleasure Garden and under close control in Petworth Park. Assistance dogs only in Petworth House, Servants' Quarters and Café
Audit Room Café in the Servants’ Quarters, open from 10.30am. Café serves drinks, sweet treats, and lunch options including hot and cold food, such as sandwiches and pasties. Eat in or takeaway option available.
Explore the shop in the Servants’ Quarters featuring stylish homeware, souvenirs, gardening must-haves, books to browse and locally produced products. Step over to the House shop for art-inspired books. Shops open from 10:30am
Main Car Park for Petworth House & Garden is on the A283. £4 parking charge (free for members). It is 700 yards from the car park to the house up a steep incline, a mobility buggy is available to transport visitors when needed. The North Car Park for the Deer Park is further north on the A283, signposted 'Petworth Park'. £3 parking charge (free for members)
Toilets located in the car park and Servants' Quarters. Accessible toilets available at both points
Ground-floor house, sloping terrain in garden. Accessible toilets in car park and Servants' Quarters. Mobility vehicle from car park.
Welcome leaflet includes a garden map highlighting the main path, path surfaces, benches, slopes, steps, mobility buggy collection points and toilet locations. House and Servants' Quarters map highlights steps, available ramps, toilets and room locations
Located at main car park and Servants' Quarters
Rooms in Petworth House are on the ground floor with level access (steps to bedrooms). Some steps to access rooms in the Servants' Quarters. The Pleasure Garden has some uneven and sloped pathways, accessible map showing surfaces, steps and slopes available from visitor reception
Braille house guide and map with tactile images available from House reception
Ramp to Church Lodge reception available upon request. Petworth House ground floor access
12 bays in main car park for Petworth House and Garden
Wooden benches positioned throughout the garden, wooden benches and tables and chairs in courtyard, tables and chairs in Café and second-hand bookshop, and stools in the house
Located across the whole property at all till points
Uneven terrain and steps on some pathways in the Pleasure Garden (noted in welcome leaflet map) and across Petworth Park. In the House there are steps to access bedrooms, Chapel and higher view at Grand Stairs. Also to view winter dairy, meat larder and estate offices. Stairs at Audit Room Café (lift available) and Church Lodge reception (ramp available)
Large print guide book of house available from House reception
Mobility buggy available from main car park to courtyard outside house reception. Can accommodate wheelchairs
Access is via lift to Audit Room Café upon request
Six wheelchairs available for use across the property
Both the House and Park car parks are located on the A283. From the A272 drive north away from the centre of Petworth town, follow the brown signs 'Petworth House' for Main Car Park or 'Petworth Park' for North Car Park.
Parking: The Main Car Park is on the A283, for access to House, Gardens and Park via Gardens. There is 700 yards from the car park to the house up a steep incline. The North car park for Petworth Park is further north on the A283, signposted 'Petworth Park'. Members, please scan cards on the machines and charges apply to non members in both car parks.
Sat Nav: The nearest postcode to input for the Petworth House main car park is GU28 9LR - follow brown 'Petworth House' signs. What3Words (Main Car Park) - padlock.thud.solve North Car Park postcode is GU28 9LS, follow brown 'Petworth Park' signs. What3Words (North Car Park) - either.umbrellas.singing
Start in Petworth town centre and then walk up the shallow hill along Lombard Street away from the Co-op and Leconfield Hall towards St Mary's Church. At the end of Lombard Street, facing the church the pedestrian entrance to Petworth House and Garden is across Church Street and on your left. What3Words (church Lodge) - songbird.trailing.poses To access Deer Park only - Facing St. Mary's Church, follow the road to the right, round the side of the church. Enter through gates on the left side of the road into The Cowyard. Walk to the bottom of Cowyard and enter the Cow Tunnel and into the Park. For information on Petworth town visit http://discoverpetworth.uk/
Pulborough 5¼ miles - No. 1 Stagecoach bus service between Worthing and Midhurst passes Pulborough train station.
No.1 Stagecoach service between Worthing and Midhurst (passes Pulborough train station), No. 99 Compass service from Chichester to Petworth. Alight in Petworth town centre and then walk up the shallow hill along Lombard Street away from the Co-op and Leconfield Hall towards St Mary's Church. At the end of Lombard Street, facing the church the pedestrian entrance to Petworth House and Garden is across Church Street and on your left. To access Deer Park only - Facing St. Mary's Church, follow the road to the right, round the side of the church. Enter through gates on the left side of the road into The Cowyard. Walk to the bottom of Cowyard and enter the Cow Tunnel and into the Park. For information on Petworth town visit http://discoverpetworth.uk/ What3Words (Church Lodge) - songbird.trailing.poses
Cycle parking available at Main Car Park only. Follow brown signs for 'Petworth House' on A283 What3Words (Main Car Park) - padlock.thud.solve
With plenty of space to run, jump and play there's lots to fun for families to have at Petworth.
Step into a festive wonderland set in the grand state rooms of Petworth House. Marvel at beautifully decorated trees and garlands, and be sure to look closely as there are some mischievous mice hiding amongst the decorations.
Petworth is a two pawprint rated place. Find out about bringing your dog to Petworth to walk through the Deer Park or soak up the peace and beauty of the Pleasure Garden.
Find out what you need to know about arranging a group visit to Petworth House and Park, West Sussex.
17th-century house with one of the finest National Trust art collections, including works by Van Dyck, Turner and Gainsborough.
18th-century ‘Capability’ Brown designed garden. Serpentine paths, formal beds, a woodland walk, Ionic Rotunda and Doric Temple.
Explore the 700-acre park designed by ‘Capability’ Brown with views of the South Downs, fallow deer, woods and two lakes.
Mid-18th-century Servants’ Quarters, once home to 40 servants. Steam-powered technology was refitted in the kitchen after an 1872 fire.
Café in the Servants’ Quarters serving hot and cold drinks, lunches, cake and afternoon tea. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Servants' Quarters shop for gifts, home accessories and locally sourced products. Art shop for books and materials. Plant sales and garden accessories at our visitor car park.
Located in the Servants' Quarters, in the old Lower Servants Dining Room, the second-hand bookshop offers a wide range of books, including collectible titles.
Visit us this October half term to join Petworth's Academy for Witches and Wizards. Take part in our fun-filled Halloween trail around the gardens, where you will join one of Petworth’s houses to learn how to master your magical skills. Race broomsticks around our obstacle course, find hidden potion ingredients, and take our quiz to discover your animal familiar. Recommended for ages 4 and up, little ones may need help. 19 October - 3 November. The trail is free, normal admission charges apply.
Explore Petworth House to see showstopping trees, twinkling lights, beautifully adorned garlands and floral displays this Christmas. Discover eight of our historic showrooms dressed for Christmas with playful mice hiding amongst the display. There will be photo opportunities, and a chance to add your wish onto a tree in the Chapel. 30 November - 5 January. No booking required. Normal admission applies.
From the medieval interiors of the chapel to the rooms of the historic kitchens, find out what you can see on a visit to the house at Petworth.
With plenty of space to run, jump and play there's lots to fun for families to have at Petworth.
Find out what to see in the garden at Petworth House. From the peaceful woodland walk to the impressive Doric Temple, there's much to take in during a stroll.
The ‘Capability’ Brown designed parkland at Petworth House has much to explore. Discover things to do and what to keep an eye out for when you visit.
Discover more about the ancient trees that dominate the skyline of Petworth on this circular walk in Sussex.
Discover the views that inspired England's greatest landscape painter, JMW Turner, on this stroll around the park at Petworth.
A 1-mile (1.6km) circular stroll around Petworth's Pleasure Gardens that takes in the highlights of the naturalistic landscape created by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown.
Enjoy a 3-mile (4.8km) walk through the 700 acres (2.8sq km) of parkland through a landscape sculpted by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown, with ancient trees, fallow deer and views over the park to distant hills towards the South Downs.
Enjoy food and drink in the historic Audit Room Café. Shop for art inspired gifts, pick up a plant to take home or browse for the perfect pre-loved book.
A charming country retreat on the edges of the South Downs.
A former game keeper’s house, this classically-styled cottage is surrounded by woodland.
Calling all young witches and wizards – join us this October for Petworth’s Academy for Witches and Wizards! Take part in our garden trail for different games and activities designed to perfect your magical skill.
This summer, we’ll be shining a light on the recent conservation of Angelica Kauffman’s Diomed and Cressida (1788) with a spotlight display.
Discover more about the annual deer rut in the Park on this two hour guided walk
Join us for some hands-on fun! Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in to our activities, specially designed for toddlers aged 2 - 4!
Dive into the wonderful world of books with a special story time at Petworth. Learn new stories or enjoy some classics, and afterwards take part in a ‘make and take’ crafting activity based on the book!
Experience the magical evening festivities and explore Petworth House after dark.
Explore this makers market to discover artisan gifts perfect for Christmas
Step into a festive wonderland set in the grand state rooms of Petworth House. Marvel at beautifully decorated trees and garlands, but be sure to look closely as there are some mischievous mice who have come to play.
Inspired by Baroque palaces of Europe, the 17th-century Petworth House displays one of the finest art collections in the care of the National Trust. See the state rooms featuring paintings and sculpture, including artwork by Van Dyck, Turner, Reynolds and Gainsborough.
Petworth House’s history has been created by one family over 900 years, with the collection highlighting a journey through history including the Gunpowder Plot and Napoleonic Wars. Collection highlights include the earliest English globe in existence, dating to 1592, and carvings by Grinling Gibbons.
The Servants’ Quarters, including the historic kitchens, show a glimpse into the life of the people who worked here.
Outside, the Pleasure Garden features formal borders, woodland walks, and architectural features, such as the Ionic Rotunda. The 700-acre Deer Park, which was transformed in the 1750s and early 1760s by the landscape architect Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown, is home to ancient trees and fallow deer.
From Tudor monarchs to Romantic painters, discover the rich history of Petworth House. Follow its journey from medieval home to grand and inspirational house.
Petworth House and Park in West Sussex has been home to just one family for over 900 years. Discover their fascinating stories, from tales of execution to royal favour and epic house renovations.
Discover the relationship painter JMW Turner had with Petworth House and Park and explore its legacy.
Make a day of your visit to Petworth House and Park by visiting the historic market town too. Find out how the town and estate are linked.
Explore Petworth House room by room and discover the history of the site and some of the collection items on display with this downloadable tour.
From famous pieces of art and sculpture to decorative arts and furniture, explore some of the most important collections in the National Trust.
This copy of Geoffrey Chaucer’s famous work is one of the most important books in our care. Read the digital version.
Discover how the portraits of two ‘beauties’ are part of an exciting restoration project at Petworth House and Park.
Petworth House will be showcasing the extensive 8-month restoration of Angelica Kauffman’s Diomed and Cressida (1788), one of the most significant paintings in its collection. A new, free display reveals the painting in its full glory, documenting its conservation and telling the story of the groundbreaking artist behind it.
Find out about volunteering at Petworth House and Park. With opportunities inside and outdoors, there’s a range of roles available helping to care for this special place.
Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.