Claydon House

Very beautiful setting for this interesting historic property. Quite a lot to see and a great place for a picnic too. The ancient adjoining church is wkrth including in your visit, but the various art galleries might not be worth spending time at. The formal garden (not visited) costs extra.

Claydon House is a National Trust property. Though not as spectacular as some country houses it is still worth a visit. I believe the current Earl of Verney still resides on the property which has been in their family for close to four hundred years. It is quite nice for a nose around as they have not only the period furnished house, but an organic garden selling seasonal fruit and vegetables, but a second hand bookshop and various craft store items. Also look out for the annual formula 1 hovercraft racing event staged on the flat ground and lake just down the hill from the house. This is always a fun event inn the summer. There is also some Florence Nightingale memorabilia as she was related to the family and visited from time to time.