National Trust - The Vyne
The Vyne, Vyne Road, Sherborne St. John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL
Once an important Tudor palace, this atmospheric mansion has some illustrious connections, from Henry VIII to Jane Austen. Outside, acres of wildlife-rich gardens, meadows and woods create a wonderful space for relaxation and exploration, while the natural play space gives children freedom to let their imaginations take them on fantasy adventures. Sweeping lawns offer lakeside picnicking, and a short stroll reveals a cosy bird hide overlooking the water meadows.
This year, we're bringing a whole range of ways to play, to The Vyne with a collection of six activities that will include a stage and dress up box, music and sound station, to sack racing.
These activities are free to enjoy and explore during your visit with us and will no doubt get the whole family involved!
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 10:00am - 17:00pm
- Sunday 13 September:
- 10:00am - 17:00pm
Location & directions
The Vyne, Vyne Road, Sherborne St. John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL
- Directions:
- To Cycle: Cycle parking is located close to the visitor welcome building. The Vyne is located less than a mile off National Cycle Network Route 23 that travels between Reading 17.5miles and Basingstoke 8.1miles and then onto Winchester and the South Coast. From Basingstoke The Vyne is 8.1miles (13km) if you follow the National Cycle Network route 23 signs or 17.5miles (28km) from Reading. To Drive: Four miles north of Basingstoke between Bramley and Sherborne St John. Entrance to visitor car park is on Morgaston Road. what3words: pizzeria.person.gone Parking: Parking is free. There is a 1/3 mile walk between visitor reception and the house. Blue badge parking is available. All parking is on hard standing. Train: Basingstoke 4 miles - taxi rank available outside of train station. Bramley 2½ miles - requires a walk of 2½ miles from this station. Note: Vyne Road has no foot path
- Contact on day:
- Kelly Joy
- Telephone number:
- +441256885400
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Accessible route through the gardens with hard gravel pathways. Accessible toilet In both toilet blocks Limited Blue Badge parking available Drop-off point On the south drive in front of the house. Ramped access/slopes Movable ramp at house entrance There are benches at various points in the gardens. Access to first floor in the house is via a staircase only and this has no handrail. In the woods the paths have tree roots coming across them in places and can get very muddy. Limited indoor and outdoor wheelchairs available to reserve for the day. Please call 01256 883858.
