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Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home which has been in the Lygon family for nearly 900 years and is currently home to its 29th generation.
The house is an architectural masterpiece and played a significant part in nurturing the Arts and Crafts movement, and therefore contains a fine collection of paintings, furniture and ceramics.
Whilst Madresfield Court remains first and foremost a private family home, the house and grounds are open to welcome visitors at various times throughout the year.
When open to the public tours, access to the house and gardens is by guided tour only. These operate from April to June and must be booked online, in advance. Ticket pricing, dates, booking and visitor information will be made available in advance of the new tour season 2025.
The Madresfield Estate also hosts several popular events throughout the year within the grounds of the Court – see ‘Events’.
Court Tours
When running, tours of the Court allow you to see a large part of the house and are enjoyed equally by both expert and enthusiastic amateur alike.
Tours are accompanied by two knowledgeable guides, each tour of the Court takes approximately one and a half hours.
Following a visit to the Court, we recommend a self-guided tour of the beautiful gardens.
Approximately 10 main rooms are open to visit during the house tour including the Staircase Hall, Dining Room, Library and Chapel.
Unfortunately, due the restrictions of a listed building, the upstairs Galleries and Chapel may not be accessible to those with restricted mobility.
Learn more about the history and the court
Accessibility
Please be aware there are a lot of stairs on the tour route and very limited opportunities to sit down during the tour. If you think that this may be a problem, please contact us at the time of booking (or a minimum of 7 days prior to the tour) and we will confirm if reasonable adjustments can be made to ensure your visit is as enjoyable as possible.
Booking Information
The 2025 tour season will run from the end of April to the end of June. Monday to Wednesday only.
Four guided tours are offered per day of operation, each accommodating a maximum of fifteen visitors aged 16 and over. Unfortunately, tours are not suitable for babies or children under 16 and are subject to accessibility restrictions.
Please note, ticket pricing, dates, booking and visitor information will be made available in advance of the new tour season 2025.
Accessibility
Please be aware there are a lot of stairs on the tour route and very limited opportunities to sit down during the tour. If you think that this may be a problem, please contact us at the time of booking (or a minimum of 7 days prior to the tour) and we will confirm if reasonable adjustments can be made to ensure your visit is as enjoyable as possible.
Visit The Gardens
Access to the gardens is only possible when purchasing a tour of the Court during the months of April to June or as part of a specific, pre-arranged event. When available, we welcome you to take a self-guided tour of the beautiful grounds either before or after your Court tour takes place.
The tour includes the striking, formal gardens surrounding the Court which offers far-reaching views across the Estate’s farmland, walking the majestic, tree-lined avenues and a visit to the rare Pulhamite rock garden.
Written guides are available for information and to help you explore the gardens before or after the Court tour.
Learn more about the GardensAccessibility
Please note the gardens and grounds are subject to seasonal highlights and changes and that ground may be uneven in places.
Getting Here
Our Facilities
To find us, 'click here' for directions.
Car Parking
Car parking areas are clearly signposted and are a short walk from the Court and gardens, adjacent to the Stables and Play Room.
Follow the signs for Madresfield Court and enter the grounds at South Lodge through the electrically operated gates which will automatically open as your vehicle approaches.
Refreshments
Our tearoom is currently being refurbished (Spring 2024) and temporary catering facilities will be available on certain event days.
We apologise for not being able to offer catering facilities for Tours at this current time.
Dog Policy
We regret that dogs are not permitted within the Court, with the exception of Assistance Dogs.
For certain outdoor events, well behaved dogs are permitted when kept on the lead.
WC Facilities
Tours – Toilets are available in the Play Room building where the tour starts, near the car park.
Events - Toilets are available in and close to the Play Room building, near the car park.
Security
CCTV is in operation throughout the Court and Estate grounds.
Photography is not allowed within the Court.
Accessibility Statement
The following Access Statement details a visit to Madresfield Court from arrival through to tours of the House and Gardens and event attendance.
Stay & Dine
If you would like to extend your visit, our beautifully appointed, boutique holiday cottages, situated in the village of Madresfield, may provide the perfect solution.
find out more about our holiday cottagesAlternatively, if you are seeking to spend more time in the local area before journeying home, The Madresfield Butchers and Grill in Great Malvern, will provide a memorable dining experience offering delicious dishes, cooked on the grill.
Most of the meat used is from our native-breed stock, ethically born and reared on our Estate.
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