Ashdown House
Ashdown House
Unusual Dutch-style house on the Berkshire Downs
This extraordinary building with the appearance of a dolls' house nestles in a beautiful valley on the Berkshire Downs, surrounded by woodland.
It was built by an Earl, William Craven, as a house fit for the queen he loved, Queen Elizabeth of Bohemia in 1662.
Access to the house is by guided tour only at 2.15, 3.15 and 4.15, for up to 25 people at a time. House is tenanted and access is limited to hall, staircase (100 steps ) and roof.
The grounds can be visited when the house is open and the woodland open all year round, Sunday to Thursday.
Venue Category:
Historic Buildings & Monuments
Associated Organisation:
Activities provided:
Environment
Exhibitions
Gardens
Guided Tour
Nature Trail
Workshops
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Art
Citizenship
Design
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Lambourn
Newbury
Berkshire
RG17 8RE
Venue Contact Number:
01494 755569
Contact Email:
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