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Staff Opportunities at Coughton Court

Food and Beverage staff at Coughton Court, Warwickshire
Food and beverage staff at Coughton ourt | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

An imposing Tudor house full of Catholic treasures and set in beautiful gardens, Coughton Court is a family home with many stories to tell. The staff team play a vital role in caring for Coughton and bringing those stories to life. Find out more about how you can join the team and make a difference.

Work for us here at Coughton Court


As Europe’s largest conservation organization, we’re working hard to help everyone get more hands-on with history and heritage. Your stories, customer service and attention to detail will leave lasting memories, and you’ll help to make sure that our visitors can’t wait to come back. Here’s a list of the various roles which you’ll be able to apply for now:

There will be vacancies at Coughton Court early in the new year ready for re-opening on 15 March 2025.

They will be listed here or search on the National Trust Jobs website.

Winter work in Timm's Grove preparing for the new season, Coughton Court, Warwickshire
Staff working in Timm's Grove, Coughton Court, Warwickshire | © National Trust/Bill Alloway

Why join us?

There are lots of reasons to join us; making the decision to work for the National Trust at Coughton Court could be the best decision you ever make.

  • Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
  • Utilise your existing skills and learn new ones
  • Strengthen your CV and help to develop your career
  • Enjoy the great outdoors
  • Meet people from all walks of life and forge new friendships
  • Learn about the history of this special place.
  • Contribute your time, energy and skills towards a worthwhile charitable cause.
  • Make a difference and welcome everyone to enjoy Coughton Court.

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The history of Coughton Court 

Twenty-one generations of the Throckmorton family have lived at Coughton since 1409. Over six centuries there are many stories to tell, including that of the gunpowder plot. The family were related to the key conspirators in the Gunpowder Plot, an effort to end the persecution of Catholics. The ringleader of the Gunpowder Plot was Robert Catesby, a charismatic and forceful character, and the son of Sir William Catesby and his wife Anne, daughter of Sir Thomas Throckmorton of Coughton Court.

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Visiting the house at Coughton Court 

Explore the house and collections at Coughton Court, which has been home to the Throckmorton family for over six centuries and continues to be their home today.

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Eating and shopping at Coughton Court 

A trip to Coughton wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the café and shop. Indulge in a delicious cream tea, pick up a souvenir, or grab your next read from the second-hand bookshop.

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Explore the garden at Coughton Court 

The Throckmorton family created and manages the award-winning garden at Coughton. Highlights include the walled garden, lake, knot garden, vegetable garden, orchard and bog garden.