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A family home, delightful gardens and an idyllic setting

An intimate family home and peaceful estate set in the rolling hills of the Chilterns.

This picturesque 16th-century mansion and tranquil gardens were home to the Brunner family until recent years. The house exudes a welcoming atmosphere with a well-stocked kitchen and homely living rooms.  The series of walled gardens is a colourful patchwork of interest set amid medieval ruins.

Other buildings from earlier eras include the Great Tower from the 12th century and a rare Tudor donkey wheel, in use until the early 20th century.

Important information

Please note that house entry is via timed tickets.

All tickets are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and there's no pre-booking facility. Ticket numbers are limited and may run out on busy days.

Rainy day?

Visit us, come rain or shine © National Trust

Don’t worry if it’s raining. You can still soak up the atmosphere in the house, shelter under the loggia in the garden and warm up in the tea-room with a hot chocolate.

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