3 Best Landmarks in Aylesbury Vale

“Waddesdon Manor offers free entry tickets for kids under the age of five. The Manor House is owned by the National Trust and managed by the Rothschild Foundation. The Grade I listed house was built mainly in the Neo-Renaissance style, replicating individual features of several French châteaux between 1874 and 1889 for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild. Hippolyte Destailleur, one of the best-known foreign architects in 19th-century England, designed Waddesdon Manor. Guests can see Dutch and English paintings in the Morning Room. One of the highlights of the collection is the excellent musical automaton elephant. They have lots to keep you and the family entertained during your visit. Free parking is available in the visitor car park, with special spaces for Blue Badge holders and people with limited mobility.”

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“Stowe House is owned and restored by the Stowe House Preservation Trust and provides a majestic 18th-century backdrop for special occasions. The House is a Grade I listed building surrounded by over 40 temples and monuments nestled among 250 acres of gardens, lakes, and valleys, making it a significant example of the English garden style. They offer tailored advice on choosing the right combination of State Rooms for your wedding brunch, reception, and evening entertainment. Children under the age of 16 enter free with a paying adult. Historic Houses members also enjoy free entry with a valid membership, and an essential carer is admitted free with a paying adult.”

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“Claydon House has a fascinating history and has been the ancestral home of the Verney family since 1620. Claydon House is listed as Grade I on the National Heritage List for England. Visitors can see an aristocratic home with lavish original interiors and a unique collection of period costumes. The house features exquisite Rococo interiors and has intriguing associations with the Civil War and the Crimean War. Friendly volunteers help bring the history of Claydon House to life as you explore its unique 18th-century rooms. Many artefacts are on display in the museum room on the first floor. The South Lawn is a perfect picnic spot; visitors can also explore the West Terrace. Wheelchair access is available, and the site is animal-friendly. Children under 5 are admitted free to the house and gardens.”

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