INFORMATION FOR GROUP LEADERS

Waddesdon Manor was built in the 1870s for Baron Ferdinand to house his superb collection of 18th century art treasures. A French Rennaissance-style château it has one of the finest Victorian garens in Britain, an Aviary and Wine Cellars. With so much to enjoy Waddesdon makes a perfect day visit, but can also be combined with tours to Oxford, Bicester Village, Stratford adn other National Trust properties.

Standard Group Visit
Available in normal opening times, these visits maybe to the Gardens only or to the House and Gardens.

Price includes:
Entrance to the Gardens only or House & Garden
Pre-allocated timed tickets for the House (if applicable)
Coach drop-off point at the front of the House
Coach parking and driver's refreshment voucher

To enhance your visit we offer a range of presentations, garden walks and a tour of the Wine Cellars with a wine tasting. Audio tours are available on the day on a first-come, first-served basis for £2.00. For more information see Group Tour Options

Entry to the House is via timed tickets which do sell out on busy days. Access as a group can only be guaranteed when booked in advance.

Definitions
Children - 5 -16 inclusive. Children welcomed under parental supervision in the House. Pushchairs in the House are not allowed and babies must be carried in a front-sling or hippy-chick (some available at the House entrance). Groups - 15 or more people, adults and/or children, including NT members. Group rates are available only to qualifying groups who must book and pay 14 days in advance. One free place is given per group of 15 or more poeple.

Coaches
We have designated areas for coach parking. Passengers can be dropped off and collected from the front of the House or at the Stables.

A refreshment voucher will be issued to all coach drivers transporting pre-booked groups.

Location
Driving times (under normal conditions)
London (Hyde Park Corner) 1 1/2 hours
London (Heathrow Airport) 1 hour
Birmingham (City Centre) 1 1/4 hours
Birmingham (Airport) 1 hour
Oxford (Gloucester Green) 45 minutes