You are here > Home > Things to Do > The Vyne

The Vyne

Vyne Road
Sherborne St John
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 9HL

Tel: 01256 883858

Share this with

About

The Vyne is a warm, red-bricked Tudor mansion built in the 16th Century for Lord Sandys, Henry VIII's Lord Chamberlain. It later passed into the hands of the Chute family, who cared for the house and estate for over 300 years. The Vyne was remodelled to its present configuration in the mid-17th Century with the addition of a classical portico and summerhouse, firsts of their kind in England.

Visitors will encounter 500-year-old Majolica tiles, Renaissance stained glass, and exquisite wood carvings in the Tudor chapel and period linen-fold panelling in the oak gallery. The house holds treasures collected by the Chute family, including furniture, tapestries and paintings, Murano glass and silk wall hangings. Stroll through rooms once enjoyed by notable guests like Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Horace Walpole, and Jane Austen.

The house, tea-room and gift shop are set in 13 acres of beautiful, relaxing gardens. Styles range from the more formal summerhouse garden with herbaceous borders, to the more natural wild garden and fruit trees of the orchard and walled garden. Nestled in the Hampshire countryside, The Vyne Estate also features acres of ancient woodland with circular waymarked routes. The wetlands attract an abundance of bird life. The rolling parkland grazed by cattle perfects the lakeside setting.

Family trails run in most school holidays, with summer theatre and cinema on the north lawn. September offers ideal off‑peak house visits with both floors open 11am–3pm, subject to volunteers. At Christmas, the decorated ground floor opens 11am–3pm. Closed 24–25 December.

We recommend you check The Vyne’s website for latest opening times and prices.

Opening Times

Open (14 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 17:00*

Open (1 Jan 2027 - 13 Feb 2027)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 16:00*

* We recommend you check with the Vynes website for latest opening times and prices.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Map & Directions

Click to Activate

View Map

Road Directions

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.

Sat Nav: Will not take you to the main car park, instead follow National Trust brown signs and reach the visitor car park off Morgaston Road.

Public Transport Directions

By train: Nearest rail station is 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 paths.

Cycling: NCN23, 1 mile.

Events

Saturday, 14th February 2026 - Sunday, 22nd February 2026

Pirate Puzzle Challenge at The VyneSwash-buckling fun awaits on this interactive family puzzle trail for ages 6+. Collect your trail sheet from visitor reception, work together to find and solve 6 pirate-themed puzzles hidden in The Vyne's gardens. Free trail, normal admission applies. No booking needed.: more info

Saturday, 21st March 2026 - Monday, 6th April 2026

Easter Egg Hunt at The VynePerfect for youngsters aged 3-10, on this fabulously fun trail the whole family can dive into 10 action-packed games and challenges in The Vyne's gardens before collecting a prize at the end. £3.50 per trail sheet and prize.: more info

Tuesday, 14th April 2026 - Tuesday, 12th May 2026

Woodland Bluebells Walk at The VyneA 1.4 mile walk through the Vyne's bluebell woods. Bluebells are usually at their best late April-early May.: more info

Saturday, 16th May 2026 - Sunday, 28th June 2026

We're Going on a Bear Hunt at The VyneWe're Going on a Bear Hunt, is coming to The Vyne 16 May – 28 June, 10am-4pm. Get ready to swish, splash and squelch your way through the new sensory trail to find the bear. The much-loved picture book and award-winning animation will be brought to life in the grounds of The Vyne through a series…: more info

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult	£18.70 per ticket
Child	£9.40 per ticket
Family	£46.80 per ticket
Group - Minimum size 15	£16.15 per ticket
One adult family	£28.10 per ticket

The above prices include Gift Aid.

Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled Parking
Disabled persons toilet
Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Red Towel tour/ Touch tour on request. Braille guide available from June 2014
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

Cafe
Catering for groups
Catering Provided
On-Site cafe/restaurant - Lunches 1200-1430, teas 1100-1700 in the Brewhouse tearooms. Open for pre-booked Christmas lunches.
Outdoor eating area
Picnic area
Picnic Site
Refreshments Available
Restaurant
Take away food
Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

Babes in Arms
Baby changing
Children’s packs
Children's Meals
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available

Establishment Features

Conference facilities
Dogs admitted on a lead - Dogs on short leads in most areas of the gardens allowed
Event Venue
Garden / Grounds for visitors use
Gift shop
Groups by arrangement
Groups welcome
Guided tours by arrangement
Open on bank holidays
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
Staff fluent in foreign languages ** (List of languages are separately given)
Toilets

Parking & Transport

Coach parking
Free parking
Off-road parking
On Site Car Parking
Parking (free)
Railway station within 5 miles

Payment Methods

Delta accepted
Groups Accepted - Groups 15+ please pre-book.
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard accepted
Max group size - 53
Min group size - 15
Solo accepted
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
TIC Staff Admitted Free
Visa accepted

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

Dutch printed material
French printed material
German printed material
Italian printed material
Polish printed material
Portuguese printed material
Spanish printed material

Provider Preferences

In countryside
Indoor Attraction
Outdoor Attraction
Village Location

Specialist Features

Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children
Marketed Towards Families
Marketed Towards Senior Citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups

Hide Facilities

TripAdvisor

What's Nearby

Hampshire Court Hotel

The Hampshire Court Hotel is a modern hotel, with contemporary styled bedrooms, extensive…

2 miles away
Apollo Hotel

Apollo Hotel in Basingstoke is a modern hotel with well equipped accommodation and…

2.05 miles away
Village Hotel Basingstoke

Village Hotel Club Basingstoke has 153 super stylish hotel rooms, as clever as they are…

2.56 miles away

Crowne Plaza Basingstoke

Just 1.4 miles from the town centre, Crowne Plaza Basingstoke has an Affinty Gym and the…

3.01 miles away
Red Lion Hotel

The Red Lion Hotel is centrally located in Basingstoke near the Festival Shopping Centre.…

3.06 miles away
Premier Inn Basingstoke Central

Premier Inn is the UK's biggest hotel chain. We guarantee clean, comfortable rooms and a…

3.12 miles away
Basingstoke West (Churchill Way) Hotel

The holiday starts when you step through the door at Premier Inn Hotel Basingstoke West…

3.13 miles away
Holiday Inn Basingstoke

Holiday Inn Basingstoke is a modern hotel boasting air-conditioned bedrooms. Located…

3.49 miles away
Audleys Wood Hotel

Audleys Wood is a luxury country house hotel in Basingstoke, Hampshire. This captivating…

3.98 miles away
Travelodge Basingstoke

Travelodge Basingstoke is near to the Festival Place Shopping Centre and ideally placed…

4.08 miles away
The Wellington Arms

The beautiful pub with rooms is situated within The Duke of Wellington’s estate on the…

4.33 miles away
Tylney Hall

A grand, Victorian Grade II listed house, Tylney Hall Hotel sits peacefully in 66 acres…

4.54 miles away
Gordon Brown Centre

Family breaks at a Hampshire residential activity centre near Hook. Mini farm, campfire…

4.72 miles away
Summerdown

Nestled in the peaceful surroundings of the Summerdown estate in Hampshire, lies a small…

4.93 miles away
Raven Hotel

The Raven Hotel is one of Greene King Inns highly popular properties. So expect a warm…

5.66 miles away
Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club

Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club is the ideal location for golf, relaxation, dining and…

5.92 miles away

Previous Next

Things to Do Attractions Activities & Sport Walking & Hiking in Hampshire Shopping Cycling & Mountain Biking Jane Austen Downton Abbey City, Coast and Countryside	What's On Events Festivals Submit Event	Accommodation Hotels Bed & Breakfasts Self Catering Holiday Cottages Caravan & Holiday Parks Camping and Campsites Glamping Dog Friendly Accommodation Group Friendly Quality Assured	Food & Drink Restaurants Pubs & Bars Cafés Afternoon Tea Local Produce Cookery Schools Vineyards Breweries & Distilleries Food Markets & Events Group Friendly Hampshire Farmers' Markets
Ideas & Inspiration Pannage in the New Forest Luxury Breaks in Hampshire Dog Friendly Hampshire Weird & Wonderful Studying in Hampshire Money Saving Ideas Famous People Film & TV Itineraries Short Breaks Top 10 Ideas Wedding Ideas Blog	Special Offers	Explore National Parks Areas To Visit Cities Towns Villages Coast Countryside Rivers & Canals Nearby Hampshire North Wessex Downs (AONB) Country Parks UNESCO World Heritage	Visitor Information Maps Brochures & Guides Tourist Information Centres Travel Information Group Travel Media and Press Sign up to eNewsletter Accessibility Social Media Frequently Asked Questions Green Tourism Travel Trade Dog Friendly LGBTQ+ Cruise Blog Conferences & Meetings Contact Us

Favourites