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Avington Park

Type:Historic House / Palace

Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1DB

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Charles II and George IV both stayed here. It dates back to the 11th century, was enlarged in 1670 and now enjoys magnificent painted and gilded state rooms. The house and its parkland is perfect for seminars, exhibitions, weddings and private parties, as well as filming and photo shoots. The conservatories and the orangery make a delightful location for summer functions, whilst log fires offer a welcome during winter. All bookings at Avington are individually tailor made and only exclusive use is offered. Five rooms are licensed for civil wedding ceremonies.

Conferences. Suitablity for the Disabled: Partial. WC. Guided Tours: Obligatory. Suitability for Dogs: In grounds, on leads. Guide dogs only in house.

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Road Directions

By car: Leave M3 at junction 9 and take the A34 towards Newbury and immediately filter right onto the A33 to Basingstoke. At the first crossroads turn right on to the B3047 and follow the road to Itchen Abbas, after approx 3 miles, in Itchen Abbas, turn right opposite the Plough Pub (finger post marked Avington). Drive over a hump backed bridge and turn right through a pair of large wrought iron gates with white pillars.

The nearest railway station is Winchester, which is 4 miles away.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • Refreshments Available

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Cater for groups
  • Conference facilities
  • Dogs Accepted
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free)

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Opening Times

* THE HOUSE AND GROUNDS ARE OPEN MAY TO SEPTEMBER, SUNDAYS, BANK HOLIDAY MONDAYS and MONDAYS in AUGUST from 2.30pm - 5.30pm.

Awards

  • Other Awards Historic Houses Association Friends Scheme 2017
  • Other Awards Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2017

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