National Trust - Hanbury Hall — Attraction in Wychavon

Hanbury Hall, constructed of brick, presents an impressive facade while exhibiting a disordered aspect from its rear vantage point. Within the estate grounds, two adjacent cafes cater for visitors. Additionally, during the summer months, it looked as though a mobile trailer would offer refreshments such as ice cream and coffee.

Originally there were formal gardens, but these were later transformed into Capability Brown style parklands. Now, those original formal gardens have been faithfully recreated by the NT and complement the relaxed later gardens, with orangery, orchards, and walled garden. The estate also still encompasses expansive parkland, offering many walks. The reconstruction of the original gardens was helped by a painting commissioned by the original owner, Thomas Vernon. The painting prominently features Vernon himself overlooking the estate from a high point. It could be thought of as an "18th-century photoshop" creation, because there is no miniature hill overlooking the estate

Within the main hall, a striking staircase adorned with wall murals by the English painter Sir James Thornhill commands attention. Paintings in other rooms, have concealed symbolism; for instance, a portrait featuring a greyhound flanked by two young brothers carries historical significance.

We visited during January, the primary cafe had a somewhat limited menu comprising sandwiches, jacket potatoes plus a few vegetarian options, with my personal selection being red dal.

Anticipating a broader array of offerings on the menus, a return visit is certainly warranted also to more fully appreciate the splendour of Hanbury Hall, particularly amidst the lush backdrop of trees, formal gardens,...

We visited Hanbury Hall on a Friday afternoon during gorgeous sunny weather. I had a free day pass for National Trust from In Your Area and decided to visit Hanbury Hall as it’s local and we’d never been. It’s simple to find with plenty of signage and with ample parking.

I thought the visit would comprise of the hall and gardens, so I figured it would be something nice to do for a couple of hours, but there’s so much more. When we arrived, one of the tours had just started. We would listen in and out of the tour guide talking given that we hall an active toddler so moved through the house at our own pace. There were a number of crochet bees hidden in different rooms and I thoroughly enjoyed looking out for them.

After we finished at the hall, the exit takes you to a courtyard space with a tearoom. We grabbed a couple of cakes and a kids sandwich for the little one. They do a kids lunchbox (5 items for £5.25) which I think is a good price given where we were. We found a table outside to enjoy the nice weather in the shade but there is also indoor seating available.

There’s a lovely play area which was a bit big for my 21 month old but he still enjoyed himself, plus 3 walks of varying lengths, going through the grounds. We chose the shortest one at 1.2km given how hot and sunny it was.

Coming back to the house, we visited the gardens, where there was a lovely bookshop, an orangery, a mushroom house plus more open space to explore. Unfortunately, it was getting too hot so whilst we’d had a good walk about, we didn’t complete everything.

The price is normally £14 per adult and my little...

Hanbury Hall is a beautiful National Trust property located in Worcestershire, England. The house and gardens are stunning, and there is plenty to see and do for all ages.

The house is a Georgian manor that was built in the early 18th century. It is full of original features, including beautiful wall paintings, intricate plasterwork, and a grand staircase. The gardens are equally impressive, with formal lawns, a walled garden, and an arboretum.

Hanbury Hall is a great place for children to visit. There is a playground, a nature trail, and a number of events throughout the year. The gardens are also perfect for a picnic, and there are plenty of places to sit and relax.

If you are looking for a beautiful and family-friendly place to visit, I highly recommend Hanbury Hall. It is a great place to spend a day exploring, reading, and enjoying the outdoors.

Here are some specific things that you can do at Hanbury Hall:

Visit the house and see the original wall paintings, plasterwork, and staircase. Explore the gardens, including the formal lawns, walled garden, and arboretum. Take a walk on the nature trail. Play on the playground. Have a picnic in the gardens. Attend one of the many events that are held throughout the year.

Hanbury Hall is a great place to learn about history, nature, and the arts. It is also a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. I highly recommend visiting Hanbury Hall if you are looking for a beautiful and...