Name: Hinton Ampner
Rating: 5.0

Hinton Ampner

Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire SO24 0LA, UK

1-99 Years

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Hinton Ampner this elegant country manor and tranquil garden sit so harmoniously within the landscape that one cannot exist without the other. The house was lovingly rebuilt by its last owner, Ralph Dutton, after a catastrophic fire in 1960.

Enjoy the beautifully proportioned rooms which house his exquisite collection of ceramics and art, each window offering undisturbed views to the tranquil countryside beyond. Beautifully manicured lawns lead the eye down avenues of sculptured topiary, past borders full of the heady scent of roses, to breathtaking views across the South Downs.

Price starts from £18.70 for Adults(18 years and over), £9.40 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £46.80 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

House: After a fire in 1960, the House was rebuilt by its last owner, Ralph Dutton. Beautifully proportioned rooms which house a collection of ceramics and art. The ground floor is open every day.
Garden: Manicured lawns lead the eye down avenues of sculptured topiary, mature tree lined landscapes and views across the South Downs.
Estate: Enjoy acres of countryside walking with glorious views over the South Downs countryside.
Shopping: Visit the shop at Hinton Ampner for locally sourced products as well as a range of National Trust favourites.
The garden at Hinton Ampner: Discover the ever-changing garden at Hinton Ampner. No matter what season you visit, there will be something to delight and inspire.
The estate at Hinton Ampner: Hinton Ampner sits within the South Downs National Park and has stunning views and rolling countryside surrounding it. There are estate walks which take in the nature, fields and woodland that enclose the house. Discover ancient oaks, walk in the footsteps of Civil War soldiers and uncover over 700 years of history.
The house at Hinton Ampner: Hinton Ampner is a lavish passion project largely created by the last owner, Ralph Dutton, when he rebuilt the house after a devastating fire. Discover a rich tapestry of interiors as you wander through the rooms in this house that showcases his visions of a rural idyll, a fine country house and comfortable Georgian living.
Family-friendly things to do at Hinton Ampner: There's lots of family fun to be had at Hinton Ampner. Take a stroll around our beautiful garden and estate and discover lots of nature along the way. Pack a picnic or grab a warm bake from our café and head to a bench with a view to breathe and enjoy the moment. We're a few minutes drive outside of Winchester and we look forward to welcoming you soon.

Facilities

Parking: Free to visitors to Hinton Ampner. For Accessible Parking please call 01962 771305 for further details. Entrance Gate 2m 45cm wide, 3m 25cm high. Motorhomes bigger than this please call 01962 771305 for further instruction.
Food & Drinks: Cafe open daily. Located in the Old Stables with indoor and outdoor seating available. Secondary outlet available on peak days.
Toilet: Facilities available to the side of the house and opposite the Second-Hand bookshop.
Dogs allowed: Dogs allowed on short leads through the garden, estate, shop and second-hand bookshop. Water bowls are provided around the site. Assistance dogs only in the house and café.

What to see

History of Hinton Ampner: Hinton Ampner is the 20th-century, Georgian-inspired vision of Ralph Dutton, 8th and last Baron Sherborne. A landowner, art collector, author and cultural influencer, Ralph wrote ‘A Hampshire Manor’ (1968) about the long history of his family home.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/hinton-ampner/the-history-of-hinton-ampner

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Price Details

House and Garden - Peak:

Adult (18+): £18.70 with Gift Aid & £17.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £9.40 with Gift Aid & £8.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £46.80 with Gift Aid & £42.50 without Gift Aid.
Family one adult: £28.10 with Gift Aid & £25.50 without Gift Aid.

House and Garden - Off Peak:

Adult (18+): £16.50 with Gift Aid & £15.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £8.30 with Gift Aid & £7.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £41.30 with Gift Aid & £37.50 without Gift Aid.
Family one adult: £24.80 with Gift Aid & £22.50 without Gift Aid.

Garden Only - Peak:

Adult (18+): £16.50 with Gift Aid & £15.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £8.30 with Gift Aid & £7.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £41.30 with Gift Aid & £37.50 without Gift Aid.
Family one adult: £24.80 with Gift Aid & £22.50 without Gift Aid.

Garden Only - Off Peak:

Adult (18+): £11.00 with Gift Aid & £10.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £5.50 with Gift Aid & £5.00 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £27.50 with Gift Aid & £25.00 without Gift Aid.
Family one adult: £16.50 with Gift Aid & £15.00 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/hinton-ampner#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

House: 10:00 - 15:30
Estate: 10:00 - 16:00
Garden: 10:00 - 16:00
Second-hand bookshop: 10:00 - 16:00

Address: Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire SO24 0LA, UK

Post Code: SO24 0LA

Council: Winchester

County: Hampshire

By road: On A272, 1 mile west of Bramdean village, 8 miles east of Winchester. Leave M3 at exit 9 and follow signs to Petersfield.
Cycling: Cycle parking is located 50m from the visitor welcome building. Alternatively, you are welcome to walk your cycle in with you but it cannot be taken in the house with you. Hinton Ampner is close to both National Cycle Network Route 23 and the South Downs Way giving both on-road or off-road options for cycling to visit. Plan your route to Hinton Ampner using the CycleStreets journey planner via the by bicycle link below. (This journey planner uses OpenStreetMap data which is generally excellent but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If you come to a footpath or other cycle-prohibited track, please don't ride on it).
On foot: Arrival on foot to main gates off the A272. Make your way up the main drive way to visitor reception using the gates next to both cattle grids. Arrival from direct access from Wayfarers Way, linked to South Downs way, please report to reception at far end of the main drive on arrival.
By train: Winchester 9 miles; Petersfield 10 miles; Alresford (Mid-Hants Railway steam railway, linked via mainline services at Alton) 4 miles. See bus details for transfers to Hinton Ampner.
By bus: Winchester to Petersfield, via Alresford (passing close to Winchester and Alresford train stations and passing Petersfield train station). Number 67 Stagecoach bus (No Sunday service). Both east and westbound bus stops located within 5 minute walk of the main entrance.
Parking: Free to visitors to Hinton Ampner. For Accessible Parking please call 01962 771305 for further details. Entrance Gate 2m 45cm wide, 3m 25cm high. Motorhomes bigger than this please call 01962 771305 for further instruction.