Charlecote Park
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Charlecote Park is a 16th-century house with Victorian interiors, a deer park and gardens that is known for its Shakespearean connections.
Overlooking the River Avon, the grand estate in Warwickshire dates back to the 12th century and has been the Lucy family’s home for over 900 years. The house was originally built by Sir Thomas Lucy in the 1500’s and was extensively remodelled in the 19th century.
Impressive interiors
The five ground-floor rooms showcase the house's original Elizabethan structure, furnished with portraits and objects collected by the Lucy family throughout the centuries. In contrast to the grandeur, you can step into one of the best surviving Victorian kitchens in Britain, with a scullery, bread oven and rows of servant’s bells.
Glorious parkland
Venture outside the house and you will find yourself in an expansive parkland designed by the renowned 18th-century landscape architect, Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. Brown's signature style is evident in the rolling hills, lakes, and meandering paths that create a picturesque landscape. Keep an eye out for the herd of fallow deer that have roamed the estate since Tudor times. The River Avon, flowing along the park's edge, provides a picturesque backdrop for walks and offers opportunities for birdwatching.
A literary connection?
Legend has it that a young William Shakespeare was once caught poaching deer in the park, situated just four miles from his home in Stratford-upon-Avon. Whether fact or fiction, the story adds another layer of intrigue to this historic estate.
Want to find out more about that deer poacher? Shakespeare’s Family Homes, including the author's birthplace, are a short drive from Charlecote Park.
Visitor information
Address
Charlecote Park, Charlecote, Wellesbourne, Warwickshire, CV35 9ER
01789 470277
Opening times
The 5 Ground floor rooms of the House are open 7 days a week on timed ticket admission, from 10.30am-2.30pm, allocated on a first come first serve basis from our Visitor Welcome Centre.
We also have our service courtyard open, including our carriage house, brewhouse, laundry and second-hand bookshop all open 7 days a week non ticketed. We will also have at least one food and beverage outlet open.
The grounds are open from 9am daily with last admission being 4pm.
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