National Trust - Claydon House
Claydon House, Middle Claydon, Buckinghamshire, MK18 2EY
Demolished and rebuilt twice, Claydon has been home to the Verney family since 1620 and stands today as a symbol of the family’s generational resilience. The Verney’s rose to power through royal favour, then were torn apart during the Civil War.
Broken and plunged into debt, they restored their wealth and political influence during the industrial revolution through wise trade and shrewd marriages. Then, through poor judgement and political overambition, it was all squandered in a single generation. During the Victorian era, Claydon was finally restored to a house of great repute once more.
A walk around this unfinished masterpiece of a family home reveals tall tales of piracy and war, rivalry and loyalty, and a constant drive for renewal. Claydon is the remarkable result of four centuries of staying power.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 12 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Monday 15 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Tuesday 16 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Thursday 18 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Friday 19 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1030 - 1530
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1030 - 1530
Location & directions
Claydon House, Middle Claydon, Buckinghamshire, MK18 2EY
- Contact on day:
- Charlotte Stiles
- Telephone number:
- +441296730349
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
