Waddesdon Manor Grounds admission gives you access to one of England's most important Victorian gardens, set on a hilltop Rothschild estate in Buckinghamshire. Explore the formal Parterre garden, replanted twice yearly with around 110,000 colourful plants, wander among sculptures (including one originally created for Versailles), and visit the restored Victorian aviary, where this licensed zoo successfully breeds rare songbirds.
The grounds include access to the Wine Cellars and special exhibitions at the Stables Courtyard, all surrounded by sweeping English countryside views. Families can let children loose in the Woodland Playground, then regroup at the Stables Café for lunch or ice cream.
Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild built the estate between 1874 and 1885 to display his collection and entertain guests, who marvelled at the aviary even in the 1890s. The hilltop location offers unchanged views across the Buckinghamshire countryside, with fountains punctuating the formal gardens and tall trees shading the scented walks.
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The formal Parterre garden is replanted twice a year with around 110,000 colourful plants, creating seasonal displays against the backdrop of the Victorian estate. Stroll through sweeping beds and enjoy views across the English countryside.
Waddesdon is a licensed zoo that successfully breeds rare songbirds in its beautifully restored Victorian aviary. The ornate structure was a must-see attraction even in the 1890s, when Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild showcased it to his guests.
Wander among elegant sculptures dotted across the grounds, including one originally made for the gardens of Versailles. Fountains and artworks punctuate the landscaped paths around the hilltop estate.
Let children burn off energy in the Woodland Playground, then head to the family-friendly Stables Cafe for lunch or ice cream. The cafe offers a relaxed spot to refuel between exploring the gardens and exhibitions.
Your grounds admission includes access to the wine cellars, storing over 13,000 bottles of Rothschild wines, and changing special exhibitions at the Stables Courtyard. Explore the history and stories behind the collection.
Open Wed – Sun and Bank Holiday Mondays
Grounds open 10am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)
House open 12pm – 4.30pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Please note that Christmas and Winter hours are different. Please see Waddesdon's website for more details.
Waddesdon Manor
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH, England
Waddesdon Manor is just off the A41 between Bicester and Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. For Sat Nav users our postcode is HP18 0JH. The main visitor entrance is via Silk Street.
Tel: 01296820414
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Last updated: 13:24 03/08/2026
