WHAT’S ON
Our Gardens reopen on 1 February. We are delighted to welcome visitors back for the early spring season, as snowdrops and new growth bring the gardens to life. The Snowdrop & Spring Plant Fair takes place on 22 February, and dates from February to May 2026 are now available.
2026 Opening Dates
The Gardens
February: 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25
March: 8, 9, 22, 23, 29, 30
April: 12, 13, 26, 27
May: 10, 11 24, 25
The House
February: 15, 22
March: 8, 9, 22, 23, 29, 30
April: 12, 13, 26, 27
May: 10, 11 24, 25
Other Events
24 May: Rare Plant Fair 11am-4pm
Historic Houses members visit free as part of their membership, with the exception of Event and Charity days.
February Time: 1pm-4pm
Tearoom Open: 1pm-3.30pm
serving tea, coffee and homemade cakes on all open days
March onwards Time: 2pm-5pm
Tearoom Open: 2pm-4.30pm
serving tea, coffee and homemade cakes on all open days
February Time: 1pm-4pm (last admission to the House is at 3pm)
Tearoom Open: 1pm-3.30pm
serving tea, coffee and homemade cakes on all open days
March onwards Time: 2pm-5pm (last admission to the House is at 4pm)
Tearoom Open: 2pm-4.30pm
serving tea, coffee and homemade cakes on all open days
Only assistance dogs are permitted in the House and Gardens.
We regret there is no wheelchair access into the House.
Our Next Events
Snowdrop & Spring Plant Fair
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2025
Time: 11am-2pm
House Time: 1pm-3pm
Garden Time: 11pm-4pm
Light refreshments available – tea, coffee and homemade cakes
Nurseries
Edulis, Cotswold Garden Flowers, Madrona, Long Acre, Triffids, Old Court Nursery, The Broadhursts, Chris Cooke Hellebores, Shady Plants, Beans & Herbs, Primrose Bank & Riverside Bulbs.
Garden Tools and Sundries
Dan Cooper, Marina Christopher
Charities: BBONT and Woodland Trust
Rare Plant Fair
Date: Sunday, 24 May 2025
Time: 11am – 4pm (Gardens open til 5pm)
Fair & Gardens
Tickets upon arrival at the gate
Adults £8
Children/Students 11-21 £4
Children under 11 admitted free of charge. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
As this is a special event for charity, neither Historic Houses (HH) membership or Gardeners World 2for1 tickets are valid for Fair and Garden entry and holders will need to buy tickets for Fair and Garden entry at the above prices.
The fair closes at 4pm but the gardens remain open until 5pm
Kingston Bagpuize House
Kingston Bagpuize House itself will be open to visitors from 1pm-4pm for an additional admission fee:
Adults £4.00
Children/Students 11-21 £2.00
Free admission to the House for Historic Houses (HH) members and Gardeners World 2for1 ticket holders from 2pm onwards only. Holders will need to buy tickets for Fair and Garden entry at the above prices to be able to visit the House itself.
Please note that no other concessions are valid on the day of the Fair.
Parking
Main car park is in a large field adjacent to Kingston Bagpuize House. Blue Badge parking is available next to the entrance, with overflow in the field where the Fair is held. Please follow the directions of the parking staff on the day.
Accessibility
The grounds of the Estate include a variety of surfaces, including cobblestones, flagstones, grass, gravel and wood. These can be uneven and steep in places, with steps in certain areas.
There is limited access for wheelchairs, pushchairs, and assistance dogs in the House itself. Mobility scooters are not permitted in the House but are permitted in the grounds.
Accessible toilet available.
Refreshments
Refreshments will be available on the lawns to the front of Kingston Bagpuize House.
I just loved it, the owner was very friendly and we enjoyed hearing about Downton and Emma being filmed there, tea & cake very nice too!
Visited today a lovely experience, it was a Mother’s Day present. The owner greeted us at the gate & the staff were wonderful. The house guides were so knowledgeable & the tea tearoom staff so efficient & kind.
