English Heritage - Witley Court and Gardens - Free entry

Open on Mother's Day

Free entry

English Heritage – Witley Court and Gardens

7–8 March 2026, 11–15 March 2026

Free entry Family friendly Heritage Outdoors & Nature No pre-booking required

Elegant historic mansion with intricate architecture set on sprawling manicured lawns. A winding path leads towards the grand building under a clear sky. — English Heritage

Offer details

In 1937, a fire swept through Witley Court, a beautiful sprawl of Italianate stone that hosted some of the greatest parties of Victorian Britain. The house has never been restored and is today a magnificently romantic ruin that still allows you to almost touch its opulent past. Our free audio guide allows you to follow the stories of the great families, and the army of servants employed to service their lifestyle. Wandering through open-roofed labyrinthine passages and rooms is an unforgettable experience.

The Gardens have been conserved and now once again boast the topiary, intricate parterres and ornate landscaping that made their name in the Victorian era. There is also a Wildlife walk and Wilderness Play Area with basket swings and wooden animal rides. Picnics are welcome on the grounds and there are full changing facilities and light refreshments available at the visitor centre.

Parking:

Plenty of free parking for English Heritage members displaying a valid car sticker. Non-members must pay. There are four coach bays. Note there is no off-site parking available.

How to take part

You don’t need to book your visit in advance, but if you’d like to you can book online using code NLOPENWEEK26. Please remember to bring proof of purchase of a National Lottery game with you to show on the day. One Lottery game allows access for one adult and two children, but please book a separate ticket for each visitor.

Terms and conditions

English Heritage will be taking part in National Lottery Open Week with a special offer of Free entry

This offer will run on 7–8 March 2026, 11–15 March 2026

Booking in advance is not required.

One National Lottery ticket (physical or digital), scratchcard, or Instant Win Game will give access to One adult and two children.

Booking is not essential, but you can book your visit online using code NLOPENWEEK26.

You can redeem your free entry at participating sites only.

Proof of purchase of a National Lottery game must be presented at the admissions desk on arrival and can be either a hard-copy or digital ticket. Pre-booked tickets will not be valid without proof of purchase of a National Lottery game.

No refunds can be given retrospectively.

All National Lottery games, including National Lottery draw-based games, Instant Win Games, and National Lottery scratchcards, purchased in-store and online / via app, qualify to redeem this offer.

Proof of purchase of a National Lottery game can be either hard copy ticket or digital.

The date of draw / purchase is not relevant.

All offers are subject to availability.

English Heritage has the right to refuse entry in the unlikely event of venue / offer reaching capacity, as well as unforeseen circumstances.

In the event of queries on the day, the organisation's decision is final.

This offer is not exchangeable.