Visited on a stunning early October day. So much colour in the garden and such a beautiful location. Nice cafe and shop. Didn't have time to go in the house or explore the many tracks in the ground, but I could definitely spend a day there in that weather.
What a lovely place to visit! Loved all the rooms but my favourite was the big living room with the magnificent chandelier. The garden is wonderful! You have different parts to it. There is also a vegetable garden with an orchard and nice little church as well. There is a cafe and toilet facilities as well. I would highly recommend it!
One of the best National Trust properties we have visited. Lovely house, not too big but beautiful. The gardens are also amazing, find the mini Greek temple and many other surprise delights. Great cafe, nice shop, plenty of parking. And don't miss the church and the stain glass windows behind the alter. A visit is highly recommended.
A truly charming place, ideal for a leisurely countryside visit, whether you’re exploring the lovely garden, walking estate trails, or soaking up Georgian ambience. A peaceful, welcoming gem in the South Downs. Free parking on site. If you're using wheelchair try to park in the top car park and all the car parks are having uneven surfaces. There's a nice cafe inside. The staffs are very friendly and informative. Overall it was a really great experience for our family!!
Lovely walk around Hinton Ampner. The house and gift shop were closed but we enjoyed the lovely grounds. As National Trust members we were able to park and enter for free although prices are not unreasonable, particularly if the house is open. Don’t forget that membership for the NT is excellent value on monthly direct debit and we pay only £11 a month for our family of 6. Parking is straightforward with ample space and disabled parking available a short walk from the small ticket office which is just next to the walled garden which must be beautiful in the warmer months. There are pleasant toilet facilities right next to a small but well-stocked cafe, surprisingly warm for an outside block and very clean. Staff were warm and welcoming and the whole place had a very comfortable feel. It’s a comfortable walk around the house even for a slow walker and mostly even ground. The best part is the opportunity for walkers, dog lovers and families with three enjoyable walks to enjoy.. a 45 minute stroll, a one hour (max) 2-miler and a longer 4 mile walk. We opted for the middle ground and enjoyed the walk in front of the house through the sheep field although it was bracing in the wind. There is a lovely wooded area to explore but pack your wellies in the wetter months. We will visit again when the house is open and in the summer where we will look forward to enjoying a picnic at one of the many outside picnic benches. Another lovely National Trust win.
We went last week, the house was shut which was a bit of a disappointment and the gardens were OK but nothing special but yet again might be worth a re visit in the summer and when the house is open. We are national trust members so not too bad when it isn't as good as you expected. But like I said defiantly worth a re visit when house open and in summer. Kids needless to say still still had a great day and a lovely cup of coffee and cake at the end! X
Hinton Ampner is a national trust house and gardens . Parking is off the driveway , but feels a bit non permanent and a bit of a free for all. The house itself is a fairly typical stately home, with knowledgeable volunteers. The real joy is where the house sits in the landscapes and the wonderful gardens around it. There are many places to have a private picnic and you feel that you are the only one there. As with the majority of NT places there is a shop and a cafe , which can get very busy particularly at weekends and BH's . We'll worth a visit
Lovely day out helped by the glorious weather. Had coffee and sat outside service was really good. Walked around the house- it doesn’t take long as not all rooms are open. Strolled through the gardens Tulips we’re fantastic. Then a walk round the surrounding countryside. The fields full ewes and their Lambs . Lots of plants on display to buy. Very Happy Only down side was each parking spaces probably needs to be wider to accommodate cars.
Having been to 7 or 8 National Trust Christmas displays this year this was by far the best. Such a creative and beautiful display. As always the room guide volunteers made the visit even better. The vegan pasty in the cafe is also a must if you are visiting.
National Trust - Hinton Ampner is located at Hinton Ampner, Alresford SO24 0LA, UK
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