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Waddesdon Manor

Castle & Historic Landmark · Buckinghamshire, England

Waddesdon Manor is a castle & historic landmark in Buckinghamshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £27 · Child £13.50 · Family £81
Checked on the official page: house and grounds adult £27, child 5-17 £13.50; grounds only adult £14, child £7; under-5s free. No family ticket listed (family figure is 2 adults + 2 children, house and grounds). National Trust members free.
Opening timesWednesday-Sunday plus bank holiday Mondays. House from 12pm (11am at weekends).
Best time to goSpring to autumn; aviary and woodland playground.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsRothschild French-style château with gardens, an aviary and a woodland playground.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 31 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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