About Cliveden House
Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham as a gift for his mistress, Cliveden House is one of England’s most magnificent Grade I listed stately homes. Set within 376 acres of beautifully maintained National Trust grounds, the estate combines centuries of history with formal gardens, ancient woodland, riverside walks and panoramic views across the Berkshire countryside and the River Thames.
Today, Cliveden House is operated as a luxurious five-star country house hotel, but visitors can still experience its extraordinary interiors through guided National Trust house tours. Led by passionate volunteer guides, these 30-minute visits explore the ground floor of the house, where stories of royalty, political intrigue, the influential Astor family and generations of distinguished guests bring the house’s remarkable past vividly to life.
House visits take place every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, departing every 10 minutes between 11:00am and 12:30pm (subject to guide availability). Tickets are included with estate admission but must be collected on the day from the National Trust Information Centre in the main car park. As places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, visitors are encouraged to collect their tickets soon after arriving.
Beyond the house, Cliveden’s extensive estate invites exploration, with walking trails for all abilities winding through elegant gardens, woodland and viewpoints overlooking the Thames. Whether you’re visiting for its remarkable history, landscaped grounds or simply to enjoy one of Britain’s finest country estates, Cliveden offers a memorable day out in every season.
Please note that photography and filming are not permitted inside the house. House tours have limited accessibility, with wheelchair and pushchair access unavailable due to the historic nature of the building. Assistance hearing devices are available on request, and only registered assistance dogs are permitted on guided house visits.
