Basildon Park
National Trust, Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9NR
Basildon Park is a cinematic property featuring stunning Palladian architecture and rolling landscapes. With extraordinary vision, Lord and Lady Iliffe (who bought the property in the 1950s), brought Basildon Park back to life, restoring the architecture and acquiring a collection of fine furnishings. The wooded parkland offers glorious seasonal colour, while the landscape has been carefully restored to offer wonderful views, peaceful trails and picnic places, with areas for children to run and play.
For Heritage Open Days, join us at Basildon Park with the entry fee waived from Monday 15th to Thursday 18th September.
Timings & Tours
- Monday 15 September:
- Grounds & Shop: 1000-1700. House: 1100-1700, last entry 1615. Tea-room 1000-1630.
- Tuesday 16 September:
- Grounds & Shop: 1000-1700. House: 1100-1700, last entry 1615. Tea-room 1000-1630.
- Wednesday 17 September:
- Grounds & Shop: 1000-1700. House: 1100-1700, last entry 1615. Tea-room 1000-1630.
- Thursday 18 September:
- Grounds & Shop: 1000-1700. House: 1100-1700, last entry 1615. Tea-room 1000-1630.
Location & directions
National Trust, Basildon Park, Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9NR
- Contact on day:
- Basildon Park Estate Office
- Telephone number:
- +441491672382
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
It's a 400-yard walk uphill to the house – a visitor buggy is available. House entrance is up 22 steps. Accessible toilets available. Uneven terrain on walking routes, which can become muddy. There's cattle in the parkland. For full access information please see our 'Access Statement' on the Basildon Park website.
