Berkhamsted Attractions
Berkhamsted (pop. 16,800), an attractive town set in a lush green valley in the hills, makes a good base from which to explore the Chilterns. Little is left of the Norman castle in Berkhamsted, in which William the Conqueror received the homage of the Anglo Saxon dukes and bishops before his coronation in Westminster Abbey. Berkhamsted School, founded in 1541, has some fine Tudor buildings. The religious poet William Cowper (1731-1800) was born in the town.
Berkhamsted is home to the British Film Institute's National Film and Television Archive, the largest film archive of its kind.
Berkhamsted is home to the British Film Institute's National Film and Television Archive, the largest film archive of its kind.
Ashridge Estate
Ashridge (3mi/5km north of Berkhamsted) is a large mansion designed by James Wyatt. Now occupied by a college, it has a lovely park with a magnificent avenue of beeches.
The focal point at this National Trust property is the monument to the Duke of Bridgwater. There are also woodlands to explore that support a wealth of wildlife.
The focal point at this National Trust property is the monument to the Duke of Bridgwater. There are also woodlands to explore that support a wealth of wildlife.
Ashridge Estate
Ringshall
Berkhamsted HP4 1LX
England
Ringshall
Berkhamsted HP4 1LX
England
Hours
March 15 to December 21
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always opened on:
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
The Estate is open year round, but the Monument and Visitor Center are seasonal.
Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Dogs allowed.
Refreshments available at the Visitor Center during opening hours.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
