Dorney Court
Dorney Court is a fascinating experience. Built in 1440 and lived in by the present family for over 400 years, the rooms are full of history with 15th- and 16th-century oak and beautiful 17th-century lacquer furniture. The adjacent 13th-century church of St James, with Norman front and Tudor tower, can also be visited.
Dorney is the ancient word for “island of bees” and Dorney is famous for its honey which is still produced today. The very first pineapple to be raised in England was grown at Dorney Court and presented to Charles II in 1661.
**From late April until the end of May Dorney Court sells its own homegrown asparagus from the back entrance of the house. This is picked first thing every morning and has usually sold out by early afternoon! For orders and further information please telephone: 01628 604147.**
The Kitchen Garden Centre, a high quality horticultural centre, serves cream teas and light lunches throughout the year.
Public Opening Times for 2012/13:
MAY
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays including Bank Holiday Sundays.
JUNE
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
From 1:30pm with last admissions at 4pm
Opening Times
| Open (01/05/2012 - 30/06/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | Closed | |
| Bank Holiday | 13:30 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Countryside Setting
- Indoor Attraction
- Smoking Areas Available
- Village Location
Accessibility
- Disabled persons toilet - At Garden Centre
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Children & Infants
- Children's Meals - At Garden Centre
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome - At Garden Centre. Children over 10 welcome in Dorney Court itself.
- Outdoor children’s play area - At Garden Centre
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - Cheerful tearoom accommodates about 70 at The Kitchen Garden Plant Centre, 100 yards from house.
Payment Methods
- Euros accepted
- Groups Accepted - Pre-booking essential.
- Max group size - 65
- Min group size - 20
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Establishment Features
- Grazing Paddock for horses
- Licensed for alcohol
- Marquee Space Available
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Individuals
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- German printed material
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Senior Citizen ticket | £7.50 per ticket |
| House and garden Adult | £8.00 |
| House and garden Children aged 10+ | £5.00 |
| House and garden Group rate (10 people or more on open days) | £7.50 per ticket |
| Private party rate of 20 or more to open exclusively. Minimum price £180 plus £18 for each guide required | £9.00 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Awards
- Visit Britain Awards -
Code of Practice 2011
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M4. Follow brown tourist sign from roundabout off M4, jct 7.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Slough, Windsor & Eton Riverside, Taplow.
