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Welcome to Waddesdon!
Four generations of my family have shaped and enhanced this house, each adding a personal element, whether Ferdinand's colourful exotic birds, Miss Alice's rigorous housekeeping rules or our contemporary carpet bedding. The generous act of my cousin Jimmy in offering Waddesdon Manor to the National Trust ensured the preservation of the house and its contents in perpetuity. His widow, my cousin Dollie, became the first Chairwoman of the Waddesdon Management Committee and she lovingly devoted herself to opening the property, as a unique expression of
Rothschild style, to an ever growing public.
One hundred and thirty years ago this house and its setting were created to delight and surprise the small circle of Baron Ferdinand's friends. More than 300,000 visitors a year now come to Waddesdon to appreciate the exceptional art collections, discover the diverse moods of the gardens, taste wine, or attend a study day. I only hope that you will be as delighted by Waddesdon as I have been over many years.
Lord Rothschild |
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NEW for 2009: House and Gardens open between Christmas and New Year
27-31 December
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We are delighted to announce that the House and Gardens will remain open from 27-31 December inclusive this year to allow more people time to enjoy the festive decorations in the House during the Christmas break. The Manor Restaurant will also be open as usual together with the Wine Cellars and the Woodland Playfround. For Admission charges please
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RCA Collection for Waddesdon |
In November 2007 Waddesdon commissioned Royal College of Art (RCA) student designers to create a range of products to be sold in its shop. Over thirty design prototypes were submitted and a panel of judges from the RCA and Waddesdon selected ten overall winners. The designs went into production this summer and are available to buy exclusively in Waddesdon Manor's Gift Shop or via our Online Shop
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