Ardington House — Land & Legacy

Ardington House is a Grade II* listed historic house in Oxfordshire, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.

About Ardington House

Ardington House is a Grade II* listed country house in Oxfordshire, a designation confirming its architectural and historic significance at a high tier of national recognition.

The house operates today as a private venue for weddings, events, and corporate use, with select public opening days also available throughout the year.

Visitors should check the official website for current access information.

History of Ardington House

Specific founding dates and ownership histories for Ardington House have not been confirmed from verified sources. The property holds a Grade II* listing on the National Heritage List for England, one of the higher tiers of heritage designation, reflecting recognised architectural and historic significance.

Architecture of Ardington House

Ardington House is a Grade II* listed Georgian manor house, constructed in the early eighteenth century between 1719 and 1721. No architect attribution has been confirmed from available sources.

Worth knowing

The estate has an established record as a filming and photography location, with its Georgian interiors and Temple Island available for production hire.

Gardens & grounds at Ardington House

The grounds include manicured gardens, a riverside marquee with panoramic water views, and Temple Island, a private island that forms a significant part of the estate's appeal.

Facilities

Parking Café Shop

Plan your visit to Ardington House

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Nearest station: Didcot Parkway Rail Station (5.9 miles)

Open on select days throughout the year for public visits; also available for exclusive private hire for weddings, events, and corporate use. Check the official website for current public opening dates.

Places to visit near Ardington House

Priory Cottages

historic building 2.8 miles

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Kingston Bagpuize House

historic house 5.6 miles

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Abingdon County Hall Museum

historic building 6.8 miles

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Uffington White Horse

archaeological site 8.2 miles

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Dragon Hill

historic building 8.3 miles

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Historic places nearby

Within 5 miles of Ardington House there are 1 historic properties, including 1 historic building.

1 National Trust

1 Historic building

See these 1 sites on the heritage map

Within 10 miles of Ardington House there are 10 historic properties, including 4 historic buildings, 3 archaeological sites and 2 churchs, across English Heritage, Churches Conservation Trust and Historic Houses sites.

6 English Heritage

2 Churches Conservation Trust

1 Historic Houses

1 National Trust

4 Historic building

3 Archaeological site

2 Church

1 Historic house

See these 10 sites on the heritage map

Within 20 miles of Ardington House there are 37 historic properties, including 10 historic houses, 10 churchs and 9 historic buildings, across English Heritage, Historic Houses and Churches Conservation Trust sites.

11 English Heritage

11 Historic Houses

9 Churches Conservation Trust

6 National Trust

10 Historic house

10 Church

9 Historic building

3 Archaeological site

1 Castle

1 Museum

1 Chapel

1 Palace

1 Manor house

See these 37 sites on the heritage map