Welcome to Ascott. Where art, history and nature meet! Discover a historic Rothschild estate in the heart of the Buckinghamshire countryside. Explore Ascott House, home to outstanding art, fine furniture and Chinese ceramics, wander through over 30 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, and relax in the Pavilion Tea Room. With tours, events and seasonal experiences throughout the year, there's always something new to discover. Ascott is cared for by Ascott Farms Ltd on behalf of the National Trust.
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| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Garden Ticket | £13.25 per ticket |
| Adult House and Collection Ticket | £7.75 per ticket |
| Child (17 and under) Garden Ticket | £6.65 per ticket |
| Child (17 and under) House and Collection Ticket | £3.95 per ticket |
A garden ticket provides access to the Gardens and Tea Room. If you would like to explore the House and Collection as part of your visit, please also book a House and Collection Ticket.
Free admission is available for children under 5, Carers/Essential Companions and National Trust members.
We do not accept the following memberships or promotional offers: Historic Houses: Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), Art Fund, National Art Pass, National Trust Free Pass promotions or vouchers.
You can find Ascott House and Gardens just 2 miles southwest of Leighton Buzzard, off the A418 to Wing. Look for signs to Ascott's Visitor Entrance along the A418. Luton and the M1 are 15 miles east, and Milton Keynes is 14 miles north. Central London and Birmingham are around a 90-minute drive away. There is a free car park onsite.
Address: Ascott Visitor Entrance, Ascott Estate, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0PT
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By Bus The entrance to the Estate is via the visitor entrance, which is approximately a 600-metre walk from the nearest bus stop. Arriva Beds & Bucks Bus Services and Red Rose Travel Services operate the closest stop. We recommend checking individual travel providers for up-to-date information on travel times and services. Please note: There is no designated pedestrian pathway from the A418, where the bus stop is situated, to the visitor entrance.
By Taxi 5-10 minute taxi ride from Leighton Buzzard train station, 10-minute ride from Leighton Buzzard town centre.
By Rail Leighton Buzzard is the closest train station to Ascott. It is 30-50 minutes by rail from London Euston, and 90 minutes away from Birmingham.
Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Gold 2026| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 11:30 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 11:30 | - 17:00 |
* Open between March - November each year
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