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Waddesdon Manor

Bicester Rd, Aylesbury, England
01296 653226
Ranked #1 of 10 attractions in Aylesbury
4.5 of 5 stars 116 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Gardens
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Matlock, United Kingdom
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012 NEW

I have to say the house is beautiful, as are the grounds. However, the two strongest memories of my day are the lady in the outside cafe arguing down the ranger-radio and the arrogance of the guides. We left some of our property at the entrance to the house, as understandably requested by the guides. However, when we returned to... More

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High Wycombe, United Kingdom
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59 reviews 59 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

There is so much to see in this large house that after a while it is too much. Look out for the lamp shade made of cutlery. The grounds are wonderful to wander around and the aviary is a must as is the topiary. You need a lot of time for this house. The restaurant is a bit overpriced More

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Dover
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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I often visit Waddesdon Manor when I visit family living nearby. The Manor and gardens are stunning. The restaurant services great food and the shop has interesting pates, cheeses and wines. Lots to do for everyone and if you join the National Trust you can visit as often as you like. More

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Banbury
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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Stunning house & grounds. Lovely interior, lovely tended gardens & great shop. More

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Bicester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

We live about 30 minutes away and go there regularly to meet up with friends with their children. Lots to do and see with a very impressive house and gardens - would definitely recommend. More

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
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Wanted to show something special to our friends and both them and us loved it. I want to go back and do it again. Great wine shop and had Sunday lunch in the pub near bye . More

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Bucksburn, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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We have recently become National Trust members so thought we would pop along to Waddesdon Manor. Been before but today we were just going to wander around the gardens. We had planned to stay about 2 hours so took some lunch. We wandered and wandered and wandered. The gardens, the aviary, the stables, the gift shops. Sat on a bench... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Waddesdon Manor is an amazing treasure trove of paintings, antiques and furniture. Could be boring but really isn't- the collection is simply stunning. The grounds are beautiful with lovely planting and very pleasant walks. Good cafe although was very crowded when we arrived. Tickets are on a timed basis so advice would be to collect ticket first as you may... More

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Malvern, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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i went there at the end of april 2012.all the previous reviewers who gave this grotesque pile a poor review felt exactly as i did. the main restaurant looked dreadful, the waiters appeared smug and indifferent, the cost was extortionate and when i complained about the lack of tablecloths was told by a smirking, british apology for a waiter, that... More

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Berkshire
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Enjoyed a lovely day at Waddesdon Manor despite the rain! The Manor house is beautiful inside and out and the gardens a delight to walk around. The Aviary is very ornate and there were some very rare birds to see. The staff were freindly, knowledgable and very helpful. Recommend the food, especially the cakes, which were delicious! Lots of photo... More

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