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Unique Rothschild house and gardens with exceptional French furniture, English paintings, Aviary and woodland playground. See website for opening days/times.
Waddesdon, nr Aylesbury
Joined July 2009
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The Rothschild Foundation and Waddesdon Manor are deeply saddened to announce the death of Lord Rothschild, businessman, entrepreneur, philanthropist and cultural leader. He will be greatly missed by his family, his colleagues and his many friends.
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Just when you think it couldn't get any more magical, the House is dusted with a sprinkling of snow ❄
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We've been keeping a secret...
Waddesdon Manor will play a starring role in
@Cinderella
streaming on
@PrimeVideo
this September
#CinderellaMovie
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A delicate dusting of snow is making Waddesdon look like something out of fairytale today ❄️
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There’s nothing quite like a bright
#autumn
morning and the sound of bird song in an inspiring setting.
Let’s hope for more of these in the next few days.
#TuesdayMotivation
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Many of you may not be able to visit in person to see this sea of brilliant yellow daffodils so we’re bringing it to you.
#MondayMotivation
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We're excited to have been named one of the five most Instagrammed
@nationaltrust
locations in UK - and with turrets that pretty, we can see why! ✨
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Tonight we’re proud to participate in the
#LightItInRed
initiative, in support of the UK’s live events and entertainment industry.
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We became a blue beacon last night to show our support for NHS staff and those working to deliver vital services.
While we look after Waddesdon for future generations we know that NHS staff are looking after us, so this is just a small way to show our thanks
#ThankyouNHS
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The first signs of spring are emerging!
The gardens are looking especially magical at the moment as thousands of snowdrops, daffodils and crocuses appear.
While we may be closed, we hope you enjoy this uplifting sight. Waddesdon's grounds reopen from Sat 11 Mar.
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Spectacular view across a misty Aylesbury Vale. What a way to start the week.
#MondayMotivation
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We've spotted the very first snowdrops of the year at Waddesdon! Delicate white blooms are beginning to pop up on Baron's Walk and along the bank as you walk from the Manor towards the Aviary.
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We’re delighted to welcome
@lauratobin1
from
@GMB
to talk all things weather and
#ChristmasAtWaddesdon
! Keep an eye out for us on
#GoodMorningBritain
this morning!
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Waddesdon is turning pink and blue this evening to show support for Baby Loss Awareness Week and to help raise awareness of pregnancy and
#BabyLoss
.
Join us in lighting a candle as part of the
#WaveOfLight
event and remembering all babies that have been lost too soon.
#BLAW2021
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We are delighted to announce that we will reopen the grounds and car park from Wed 3 June.
Everyone must book tickets in advance to manage numbers:
We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Waddesdon.
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The days are getting longer and the sunsets seem to be getting prettier ✨
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Letting the flowers bloom on your lawn helps to provide a vital source of nectar for bees and other insects. So this month we're joining Plantlife's initiative 'No mow May'. Find out more:
#EveryoneNeedsNature
#NoMowMay
@Love_plants
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Waddesdon lit up purple to mark
#HolocaustMemorialDay
and remember those murdered for who they were. Today and every day, we stand with
@HMD_UK
against prejudice and hate in the world.
Join us in lighting a candle to
#LightTheDarkness
#HMD2023
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Now in Tier 4, we've decided to cancel our Winter Light evenings and dinners in January. However, from 6 January we will be opening our grounds for local exercise in the fresh air.
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We didn’t think Waddesdon could get more beautiful, but we think the snow has done it! ❄️ ⛄️
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Having found ourselves unexpectedly closed from Sunday, yesterday we were delighted to donate some much-needed food to Aylesbury Vineyard foodbank.
Among the donated foods were:
20L egg mayonnaise
4 wheels of brie
6kg sliced turkey
60L tomato soup
#wereallinthistogether
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@TowerOfLondon
We have high hopes that our two little mowers could become robo mower friends for life with yours
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Candy floss coloured skies are making Christmas at Waddesdon even more magical this evening✨
#ChristmasatWaddesdon
#wintersunset
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To mark the Lunar New Year and the beginning of the Year of the Rabbit, we're sharing these rather sweet painted tiles 🐇
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Waddesdon is turning purple this evening to show support for
#HolocaustMemorialDay
and remember those murdered for who they were. Today and every day, we stand with
@HMD_UK
against prejudice and hate in the world.
Join us in lighting a candle to
#LightTheDarkness
#HMD2022
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Sleigh bells ring are you listening, at Waddesdon lights are glistening...
...and you can see them from this Saturday when
#Christmas
at Waddesdon opens!
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In 2019, 350,000 spring bulbs were planted around the grounds to transform the gardens into a riot of colour. However, the first national lockdown last March meant that these flowers bloomed behind closed doors.
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We've got some happy news to brighten this Monday afternoon, two of our Christmas Fair stallholders -Will and Stef from
@KurbsideKitchen
- got engaged at Waddesdon last week! We can't think of a better place to propose and we're sending huge congratulations to the happy couple 🎉
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In 1957 James de Rothschild bequeathed Waddesdon to the National Trust, & two years later his widow, Dorothy, oversaw the opening of the House to the public
#HappyBirthdayNT
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Waddesdon is turning pink and blue this evening to show support for Baby Loss Awareness Week and to help raise awareness of pregnancy and
#BabyLoss
.
Join us in lighting a candle as part of the
#WaveOfLight
event and remembering all babies that have been lost too soon.
#BLAW
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There’s nothing quite like a bright autumn morning and the sound of bird song in an inspiring setting.
#MondayMotivation
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We don’t mind when it’s a frosty start to the day, especially when the view of
#AylesburyVale
is this wonderful.
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From everyone here at Waddesdon, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and hope your day is full of sparkle and joy!
Photo: m_photocreations (Instagram)
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While we're all stuck at home we thought we'd share this wintery picture of Waddesdon to help us look ahead to the time when crisp, winter walks can be enjoyed with friends and family once again ❄
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Abington was a highly visible leader of London fashion and it is not surprising that she sent the portrait back to Reynolds a few years after it was painted, so that the dress and hairstyle could be updated
#womenMW
#MuseumWeek
@MuseumWeek
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Waddesdon stands with the people of Ukraine, & our thoughts are with everyone affected by the ongoing crisis.
This week, the Rothschild Foundation has approved grants for Save the Children’s Ukraine Appeal, & other charities, in support of their work delivering emergency aid.
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Just one day to go until those Christmas trees are sparkling ✨
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While Daffodil Valley continues to bloom into a carpet of yellow at the start of each spring, local schools helped ensure that this spring has been even more spectacular. Around 600 pupils helped the gardeners plant spring bulbs, including 35,000 in Daffodil Valley!
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Artistic sky and frosty ground this morning. Stunning start to a bright November day.
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Tune in to
@BBCTwo
tonight at 8.30pm to catch Eythrope working garden feature on
@BBC
#GardenersWorld
@TheMontyDon
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Unlike some museums, we also have a garden. So this year we’re joining in with
#NoMowMay
and allowing parts of it to grow naturally. This allows wildflowers to bloom providing a vital source of nectar for insects and increasing biodiversity
#EveryoneNeedsNature
#climateMW
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From all of us here at Waddesdon, we wish you a Merry Christmas! We hope to welcome you back in the New Year.
#MerryChristmas
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@PhilippaGBooks
Doesn't
#Elizabeth1
look fantastically authoritative in this portrait? Being prepared for public display from 7 June
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Daffodils have been growing in Daffodil Valley for over 100 years, after they were planted by James and Dorothy de Rothschild in memory of James’ great aunt, Miss Alice.
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You can’t beat a spring sunset and daffodils dancing in the wind - especially on St David's Day! 🌼
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Waddesdon's gardens are known for their manicured appearance. But this year we’re joining in with
#NoMowMay
and allowing parts of it to grow naturally, allowing wildflowers to bloom to provide a vital source of nectar for insects & increasing biodiversity:
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We're delighted to announce that Christmas at Waddesdon is back with magical lights and the gardens aglow.
Book your tickets (all visits must be booked in advance):
#ChristmasAtWaddesdon
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Escape for a moment with the beauty and calm of the Parterre in the early morning, with this throwback to an incredible autumn scene from last year.
Sound on to take a break and listen to the birdsong.
#FridayMotivation
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Did you hear about the opening of our
@Changingplaces
toilet at Waddesdon Manor last week?
Providing a safe and clean toilet with the right equipment, enough space, and the privacy that everyone deserves has been a long time in the making, but it's finally here!
#changingplaces
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From everyone here at Waddesdon, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and hope your day is full of sparkle and Joy!
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family at this time.
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A sign that good things are coming - our garden's manager spotted these primroses and Cyclamen Coum by the House today, proof that spring is just around the corner!
#firstsignsofspring
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Don't forget the clocks go back tonight! Spare a thought for our stewards in the Manor who will be stopping all 27 clocks on display in the House tonight and then restarting them again in the morning!
#conservation
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Today the clocks have gone back giving us an extra hour in bed and more sunlight in the morning!
Did you know that there are 65 clocks (and several watches) within Waddesdon Manor's collection? 🕰️
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My favourite item in the archive is a photograph taken at Waddesdon while Baron Ferdinand stayed here with his animals. Smart man, smart llama, fantastic hat. What's not to like? Hannah, Assistant Archivist
#Archive30
#throwbackthursday
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Less isn't always more...
Today we re-open the doors to the Manor after closing them to the public for the best part of a year. Rooms like the Dining Room haven't been fully dressed since 2019, and we can't wait to see visitors enjoying the treasures within once again.
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The sun is out and our
#daffodil
valley looks like a sea of golden sunshine today ☀️
#MondayMotivation
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Well, Waddesdon in the evening, in the snow, is just a little bit magical. We're hoping to be open tomorrow but keep checking the website for updates.
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We welcomed back some sunshine earlier this week and managed to capture the daffodils starting to bloom in the winter sun.
Thousands of these are now flowering along Daffodil Valley, providing a stunning display. Come and enjoy them on a walk through the grounds.
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Today marks the
#springequinox
, which means longer days, warmer temperatures and new beginnings.
The gardens are abloom with colourful spring flowers and we cannot wait to begin to welcome more of you back over the next few months.
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Whatever the weather, Waddesdon always looks magnificent...
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Here’s a photo of our parterre looking glorious to help you escape the gloomy weather. The river of blue running through the bedding is some of the 20,000 ‘Blue Magic’ our gardeners planted last year.
#NationalGardeningWeek
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It's available! Listen to
@bettanyhughes
talk about Waddesdon and its connection to Europe:
@iTunes
@nationaltrust
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Over the lockdown period the Rothschild Foundation and Waddesdon Manor have been working with local organisations to provide free hot meals to vulnerable adults and children, ensuring that we help those that need it most during these difficult times
#togetherMW
#MuseumWeek
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As part of the
#Coronation
celebrations, Waddesdon lit up red, white and blue to support ‘Lighting up the Nation’ this evening.
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Take a moment and enjoy this fantastic film of Waddesdon from the air. A little bit of
#MuseumMomentofZen
for this Monday morning.
#MondayMotivation
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The warm Bath stone offers a burst of colour, even on a grey day ✨
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From today we are thrilled to be opening the Aviary and Manor gift and wine shop as well as operating our shuttle buses again.
For our full re-opening plan and to book tickets, please visit:
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It's
#NationalLoveYourPetDay
and we couldn't resist getting involved...
We asked staff at Waddesdon to send us photos of their pets in the grounds and the results are sure to brighten up your Monday. Meet Dexter, Douglas, Drumlin, Zazoo, Kiki and Pixie!
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We all need a bit of colour to cheer us up at the moment. So in celebration of
#BonfireNight
we're enjoying
#naturesfireworks
around the gardens.
Did you know we don't have fireworks at Waddesdon due to our wonderful feathered friends in the Aviary?
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Today marks the
#WinterSolstice
and therefore the shortest day of the year. This means only one thing...more time to enjoy the dazzling displays in the gardens!
#ChristmasatWaddesdon
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Waddesdon was created for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild and designed by French architect Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur, in the style of a French Renaissance château like those in the Loire valley. The foundation stone was laid in 1877.
Read more:
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