Attingham Park

Attingham Park was the ancestral home of the Berwick family for over 160 years.  Each generation has left its unique mark on the house which vividly recalls the England of Jane Austen.This huge mansion is set in a magnificent deer park, artfully landscaped by the great Humphrey Repton.Visit the newly restored icehouse and greenhouses and see restoration in action as work continues on the Nash Staircase and Lady Berwick's sitting room.Inspiring Regency interiorsVisitors enjoy the magnificent Regency interiors that were created to reflect the delicate elegance of the time.  The collections include ambassadorial silver, Italian furniture and Grand Tour paintings collected by the 3rd Lord Berwick.A lively and engaging visitCostumed guides bring Attingham's colourful history to life including the story of the most corrupt election in the history of politics.  There are guided tours from 12noon (booking essential, on the day of your visit, please ask at reception).Experience life above and below stairsThe house offers a fascinating insight in to life above and below stairs and visitors are fascinated by the kitchens, tenants parlour and servants hall.The Repton landscape and deer parkVisitors can enjoy a number of woodland walks along the river Tern and through the Deer Park, taking in the picturesque views of the Wrekin and Shropshire Hills.  Walks range from one mile to three miles.Opening hours for 2009:Last admission one hour before closingHouse14th March - 1st November: 1pm - 5.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and SundayDeer Park, Grounds and Shop14th February - 1st November: 9am - 6pm  Monday to Sunday2nd November - 31st January 2010: 9am - 5pm Monday to SundayTea Room14th March - 1st November: 10.30am - 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday7th November - 20th December: 10.30am - 4.30pm Saturday and Sunday27th December - 3rd January 2010: 10.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Sunday9th - 31st January 2010: 10.30am - 4.30pm Saturday and SundayCarriage Kiosk14th March - 1st November: 9.00am - 5.30pm Wednesday, Saturday and SundayBank Holidays and Good FridayOpen 11am - 5.30pmChristmas Openings12th & 13th and 19th to 21st December, 1pm - 4pmCronkhillCronkhill, on the Attingham Estate now also opens its doors to visitors six times a year. Built in 1805, for the 2nd Lord Berwick it is the first and best-known example of John Nash's Italianate villa designs.For opening times for the park, shop, and teatime please take a look at the national trust weblink above.