National Trust Berrington Hall

Berrington Hall, with its striking red sandstone exterior, commands breathtaking views across Herefordshire and Wales. This architectural gem, set within Capability Brown’s final landscape, invites you to explore its intimate and elegant family rooms. Despite the mansion’s austere exterior, the inside reveals charm and sophistication. Below stairs, the servants’ quarters, often open to the public, offer a glimpse into the bustling life that once thrived in these hidden spaces.

Surrounding the mansion is picturesque parkland, leading to a stunning fourteen-acre serpentine lake. This special place, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), boasts its very own ‘Heron Island,’ where a large colony of herons returns each spring to nest. For families, the adjoining woodlands provide a perfect space for relaxation and natural play. The true gem of Berrington Hall is its unique walled garden, soon to be complemented by a brand-new flower garden. The kitchen garden, featuring Georgian-inspired herb beds, orchards, and vegetable and flower beds, has hosted several modern art installations. Attached to this is an impressive curved-wall section, recently restored by the National Trust. The new flower garden, with its accessible path network, is set to open in the summer of 2025. Though still young, it promises to be a vibrant, flower-filled space for years to come.

Visitors are warmly invited to experience this enchanting place and witness the realization of Capability Brown’s final vision.