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Planning to visit us this week? Here’s some tips to help you enjoy your visit during the heatwave

  • If you’d like to avoid the peak temperatures, we’ll be open from 10am – 5pm, Wed 24 – Sun 28 Jun
  • The shuttle bus will be running throughout the week, going between the Welcome Centre and the galleries/café
  • The galleries are climate-controlled, take your time exploring the art collections and exhibitions in the cool
  • The woodland area by the lake provides plenty of shade 
  • You can top up your water with our free water station in the café
  • Cold drinks and ice creams can be purchased at both the Welcome Centre and café
A corridor of tall Wellingtonia trees stretch down a long grassy meadow with the sun shining from behind them.

Grounds

A place to stretch your legs and your mind.

An escape. A canvas. A morning dip. A dog walk. A park. A playground. A picnic.
A new perspective. A breath of fresh air.

There are so many ways to connect with nature at Compton Verney.

 

Walk along our trails and immerse yourself in the wildlife of the Ice House Coppice, or take a wander around our meadows.

Be surprised and delighted by our Sculpture in the Park.

Head to the Sensory Dye Garden and see the display of flowers, herbs and fruit. Discover the surprising plants that can be used to dye your clothes .

Spot birds on the lake from our bird hide.

Swing by the bee hives on the West Lawn and play in the sandpit.

Bring your own nets and pop by the pond dipping platform.

Climb, swing and zip through the air at our Woodland Playground.

Take a moment of peace in the ‘Capability’ Brown designed Chapel.

A wooden bird hide structure with an open front, surrounded by trees in a forested area.
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A scenic view of a tree-lined path or alley, with tall trees forming an avenue through a grassy area in the foreground, against a clear blue sky.
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A woman is playfully playing on a zipline with a young girl in a wooded area with wooden structures in the background.
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close-up shot of a small brown and white songbird, likely a wren or sparrow, perched on a wooden post against a blurred green background.
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A brick and thatched roof historic ice house with a triangular roof in a woodland setting
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The image shows a scenic stone bridge spanning a lake in a picturesque park-like setting. The arched bridge is ornately designed with decorative balustrades and statues adorning it. On the bridge, there are several people walking across it. The surrounding landscape is grassy with scattered trees dotting the rolling hills in the background. A red telephone booth stands near the bridge, providing a contrasting pop of colour against the natural scenery.
The image shows the interior of an ornate, historical chapel with grand architectural details. The room has tall arched windows that allow natural light to stream in, illuminating the white panelled walls adorned with intricate carvings and coats of arms. The marble floor is lined with rows of simple white chairs, creating a makeshift assembly space in the centre of the room. A raised platform at the far end holds a decorative structure, likely an altar or shrine. The contrast between the room's stately design and the basic seating arrangement suggests this may be a venue used for lectures, meetings or ceremonies within the historic edifice.
A sculpture of a horse and carriage stands in a meadow overlooking a neoclassical building
A group of people, including two children and two women in colourful clothes, and backpacks, are playing in a playground in a forest.
A scenic view of Compton Verney's vibrant flower meadow with poppies, cornflowers, and other wildflowers in front of a large cedar tree.
A wooden pond dipping structure over a lake, with trees and vegetation surrounding the area, creating a tranquil natural environment in the late afternoon or early evening light.
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A long corridor of very tall red wood trees

Walks and

Orienteering

Explore the park with our walking and orienteering trails, a great way to grab some fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors.

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A group of people doing tai chi in front of a lake surrounded by trees.

TAI CHI WITH THE SWAN SCHOOL OF TAI CHI

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A large blue lake surrounded by luscious green trees.

OPEN WATER SWIMMING WITH DO3

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