Stansted Park stands in 1800 acres of extraordinary landscaped parkland and ancient forest within the South Downs National Park. In 1983 the 10th Earl of Bessborough gave Stansted Park, the Arboretum, his family home and its beautiful contents to the public.
The State Rooms are furnished as though the 10th Earl was still at home, giving the visitor a real sense of a bygone era. The extensive Servants’ Quarters below stairs are filled with historic artefacts that are brought to life by the very knowledgeable and friendly stewards who will guide you through the vibrant history of the House.
The private Chapel and the House with its splendid mansion rooms and fully furnished Servants’ Quarters are open to visitors from Easter to September; Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed. 1pm – 5pm (last entry 4pm).
The Grounds and Walled Gardens are open all year; this includes the Arboretum, The Pavilion Tearoom, The Stansted Park Garden Centre, The Stansted Park Farm Shop and The Maze.
Stansted Forest provides many routes for walkers and cyclists and is enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. The estate is carefully managed to conserve wildlife habitats which means Stansted is home to a variety of unusual birds, plants and insects.
The Maze is open weekends and school holidays from Mothering Sunday until the end of the October school holiday from 11am - 4pm (last entry at 3:30pm), weather permitting. Admission is £2.50 per person.
The Light Railway is open on Wednesday and Saturday from 10am - 3:30pm, weather permitting. Please check before travelling. Admission is £3.50 for adults and £2.50 for children, under 3s go free
The Dutch Garden and Arboretum are open daily 9am - 5pm
The forest car parks are open daily 8am - 5pm
There is no entry fee to enter the estate and parking is free
School visits and pre-booked group visits are always very welcome.
The Farm Shop is open daily 10am - 4pm
The Garden Centre is open Mon-Sat 9am - 5:30pm, Sun 10:30am - 4:30pm
The Stansted Park Bookshop is situated in the Garden Centre and follows the same opening times
The Pavilion Tearoom is open daily 9am - 5pm
For more inspiration visit Stansted Park Instagram
Tourism South East Member 26/27 - Bronze 2026| House opening (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Tuesday | 13:00 | - 17:00 |
| Wednesday - Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | 13:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 13:00 | - 17:00 |
* Last Entry 4pm
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