Berrington Hall (National Trust)

Berrington Hall
Nr Leominster
Herefordshire
HR6 0DW
England

Website

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/berrington-hall

E-mail

berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk

Telephone

Enquiries

01568 615721

Wade Costume Collection Curator

01568 613720

Fax

01568 613263

All information is drawn or provided by the venues themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.

Neo-classical mansion with fine interiors, set in landscaped grounds. Amazing painted ceilings and French Regency furniture. The apartment of English naval hero Lord Admiral Rodney displays costumes from the Wade Collection. Surrounding the mansion is 'Capability' Brown's last garden design, with fine sweeping views towards the Brecon Beacons. Berrington Pool, a lake and island, is now a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The walled garden boasts an historic collection of old local apple trees.

Victorian games for hire during the summer.

Not all of the costume collection is displayed, but can be viewed by appointment. Please write to the property or contact the Costume Curator on 01568 613720.

Venue Type:

Historic house or home, Architecture centre, Garden, parklands or rural site

Admission charges

£6.50, child £3.25, family £16.25. Groups £5.60. Grounds only: £4.80, child £2.40. Joint ticket with Croft Castle: £9.50

Discounts

  • National Trust
Exhibition details are listed below, you may need to scroll down to see them all.

World War II Weekend

1 June 2013

Come and experience this very popular annual event. Learn about the part that Berrington played in the Second World War. See vintage vehicles, exhibitions and displays of period equipment.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Visitors in period dress have free entry.

World War II Weekend

2 June 2013

Come and experience this very popular annual event. Learn about the part that Berrington played in the Second World War. See vintage vehicles, exhibitions and displays of period equipment.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Visitors in period dress have free entry.

Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Fantastic fifties trail.

25 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

26 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

Suitable for

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=49909e13-bf59-41f4-96c0-5f77bc8392b8

Fantastic fifties trail.

26 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

27 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

28 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

29 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

30 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

31 May 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Fantastic fifties trail.

1 June 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

World War II Weekend

1 June 2013

Come and experience this very popular annual event. Learn about the part that Berrington played in the Second World War. See vintage vehicles, exhibitions and displays of period equipment.

Suitable for

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Visitors in period dress have free entry.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=e156bcc2-f34b-4b10-b8dd-1c8691d5b102

Fantastic fifties trail.

2 June 2013

Learn about life in the 1950s with a family trail around the gardens, hunt the clues then collect your prize.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.00 trail. Usual property admission prices apply.

Hereford and Leominster Kite Festival

20 July 2013

Annual Leominster and Hereford Kite Festival showcasing some of the best sport and single line kites for kite enthusiasts and the public to come along and watch- bring your own kite to join in!

Suitable for

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=531ab63b-c276-4cc0-bdee-90ef05213099

Hereford and Leominster Kite Festival

20 July 2013

Annual Leominster and Hereford Kite Festival showcasing some of the best sport and single line kites for kite enthusiasts and the public to come along and watch- bring your own kite to join in!

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Hereford and Leominster Kite Festival

21 July 2013

Annual Leominster and Hereford Kite Festival showcasing some of the best sport and single line kites for kite enthusiasts and the public to come along and watch- bring your own kite to join in!

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Den building

27 July 2013

Put your bushcraft skills to the test with den building in our woodland.

When

11am-3pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Berrington summer games

1 August 2013

Bring along the whole family and enjoy unusual games and competitions on our lawns.

Suitable for

When

11am-3pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=170f14b4-b349-47d5-ac49-02218ec53b5b

Dragons, damsels and lake dipping.

5 August 2013

Bring along the family and join in the hunt for all those 'Ugly Bugs' in the parkland and in our lake.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply.

Mermaids and pirates

8 August 2013

Come along dressed as a mermaid or pirate to enjoy free entry. Enjoy pirate themed stories, songs and craft activities.

Suitable for

When

2-4pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=3060f905-b24a-4746-bd8f-8f1b85ff0ef2

Mermaids and pirates

8 August 2013

Come along dressed as a mermaid or pirate to enjoy free entry. Enjoy pirate themed stories, songs and craft activities.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Dragons, damsels and lake dipping.

12 August 2013

Bring along the family and join in the hunt for all those 'Ugly Bugs' in the parkland and in our lake. Also on 18/08/2013

Suitable for

When

2-4pm

Admission

Child: £3
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Advisable.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=0dd19cb6-fb88-4e70-ac76-9e7fecba822b

Dragons, damsels and lake dipping.

12 August 2013

Bring along the family and join in the hunt for all those 'Ugly Bugs' in the parkland and in our lake. Also on 18/08/2013

Suitable for

When

2-4pm

Admission

Child: £3
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Advisable.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=0dd19cb6-fb88-4e70-ac76-9e7fecba822b

Dragons, damsels and lake dipping.

12 August 2013

Bring along the family and join in the hunt for all those 'Ugly Bugs' in the parkland and in our lake.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply.

Teddy bears' picnic

15 August 2013

Bring ted along for a picnic in the gardens. Afterwards come and try some teddy activities and games.

Suitable for

When

2-4pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=2fc36ef7-f61a-4d36-8482-d0c8d2006d25

Teddy bears' picnic

15 August 2013

Bring ted along for a picnic in the gardens. Afterwards come and try some teddy activities and games.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Dragons, damsels and lake dipping.

19 August 2013

Bring along the family and join in the hunt for all those 'Ugly Bugs' in the parkland and in our lake.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Child: £3.00. Usual property admission prices apply.

Hall boys and housemaids

22 August 2013

Find out what life was like for the young servants at Berrington. Try your hand at some of their jobs and see if you could have been a servant at the Hall.

Suitable for

When

2-4pm

Admission

Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=46ef67c4-1f85-4999-b902-b17d96d12c2a

Hall boys and housemaids

22 August 2013

Find out what life was like for the young servants at Berrington. Try your hand at some of their jobs and see if you could have been a servant at the Hall.

When

2-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Boating on the lake

31 August 2013

"Backwater places all hidden from view, mysterious wee islands just waiting for you". Take this rare opportunity to take the family out on our lake in one of our rowing boats.

Suitable for

When

10am-3pm

Admission

Per Item: £10
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Advisable.
Ffi contact: Property Administrator, 01568 615721, berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Website

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=ce9a74de-402b-4b18-a7f7-37f9db628194

Heritage Open Day

14 September 2013

See what each of our special places has to offer on our annual free day. Experience tours and much more.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Property admission charge does not apply.

Apple weekend

5 October 2013

This established event is a treat for everyone. Berrington's extensive range of apples will be on display, as well as cider making demonstrations and good food stalls. Organised children's activities ensure that this is a day for all of the family.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Apple weekend

6 October 2013

This established event is a treat for everyone. Berrington's extensive range of apples will be on display, as well as cider making demonstrations and good food stalls. Organised children's activities ensure that this is a day for all of the family.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Berrington Firework Display

27 October 2013

Berrington’s annual fireworks display takes place this Sunday, 27 October. Enjoy firework themed activities for the kids in the afternoon followed by hot dogs, burgers and traditional firework night treats from 4pm then round off the evening with a fantastic firework display at 6pm (prompt). Wrap up warm and bring a torch. Display starts at 6pm

When

6-6:15pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply. Groups welcome.

Making Birdfeeders

28 October 2013

Children can get creative by making their own bird feeders under the watchful eye of our rangers.

When

12-3pm

Admission

Per Item: £2.50 per feeder. Usual property admission prices apply. There is a charge of £2.50 per feeder to cover materials. 01568 615721. Groups welcome.

Sponsor a dormouse

10 November 2013

Dormice need nesting sites to use once they come out of hibernation. Help us to increase these sites by sponsoring a dormouse box then come along a learn about these little creatures as our rangers put the boxes out in our woodland.

When

12-3pm

Admission

Per Item: £25.00 per box. Property admission charge does not apply. 01568 615721.

Christmas at Berrington

30 November 2013

Take a break from the stresses of Christmas shopping and browse a small selection of local food and drink stalls. See the ground floor of the house decorated for Christmas and take the kids to see Father Christmas when he come to visit Berrington each afternoon.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Christmas at Berrington

1 December 2013

Take a break from the stresses of Christmas shopping and browse a small selection of local food and drink stalls. See the ground floor of the house decorated for Christmas and take the kids to see Father Christmas when he come to visit Berrington each afternoon.

When

10am-4pm

Admission

Free. Usual property admission prices apply.

Resources listed here may include websites, bookable tours and workshops, books, loan boxes and more. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all.
Boxes, objects and other kit

Houses and Homes

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-berringtonhall.htm

A tactile tour and junk workshop.

How to obtain

Call 01568 615721 or email berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

Face to face resources

Henry Holland's Practical Patterns

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-berringtonhall.htm

A shape and space workshop inspired by this neo-classical mansion.

How to obtain

Call 01568 615721 or email berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

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