Witley Court and Gardens

  • Witley Court
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The vast and rambling remains of this palatial 19th century mansion, surrounded by magnificent landscaped gardens & containing huge stone fountains, provide a great day out in Worcestershire. The largest fountain, representing Perseus and Andromeda - now restored - was described as making the 'noise of an express train' when fired.

Before 1846, when William Humble Ward (later first Earl of Dudley) inherited Witley Court, the land surrounding the house was laid out in the 18th century English landscape style. William Andrews Nesfield, whose skills in designing intricate and elegant parterres were complemented by his great ability as an artist and engineer, was called in to transform the estate, creating the South Parterre with its great Perseus and Andromeda fountain and elegantly designed planting and clipped evergreens and shrubs.

Following the disastrous fire in 1937, the Witley Estate, including its gardens, fell into long decline. English Heritage has restored the south garden. In addition, Wolfson Foundation funding has assisted with major restoration works in the East Parterre garden which was completed early in 2011. This funding also enabling us to plan development of the formal gardens based on the original Nesfield designs. The showpiece Woodland Walks in the North Park pass many different species of tree and shrub from all over the world.

Attached to Witley Court is Great Witley Church, with its amazing Italianate Baroque interior (not managed by English Heritage). The church has a tearoom, and Witley Court has a superb gift shop.

The restored Perseus and Andromeda fountain, with its original high cascades operating, will be firing between April and October on weekdays at 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm and at weekends on the hour every hour from 11am to 4pm.  

 

Don't Miss

  • The stunning Perseus and Andromeda fountain
  • Taking the audio tour that brings the court to life
  • Browsing in our shop for that special souvenir
  • Visiting the superb parish chuch nearby
  • The beautifully restored East Parterre garden
Fountain firing

Events At Witley Court and Gardens

  • Photowalk at Witley

    Fri 24 Feb

    Explore the glorious grounds of Witley Court with your Bridge or SLR camera and have fun with your camera. Guiding you round will be expert architectural and landscape photographer Nick Meers, on hand to help you.

  • Behind the Scenes Tour

    Fri 9 Mar

    Spend a day with our very knowledgeable site staff as they take you on an 'access all areas' tour which will explore parts of the court seldom open to visitors. Includes lunch. 11am - 3pm

VISITOR INFORMATION

    • Location
    • Worcester Road, Great Witley, Worcestershire - WR6 6JT.
    • Today's opening times
    • 12 February 2012
    • 10:00 - 16:00 Calendar
    • Tickets
    • Adults: £6.30
    • Children: £3.80
    • Concessions: £5.70
    • EH Member Cost: Free
    • Family Ticket: £16.40
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Membership

For just £46 a year, English Heritage members get free entry to our properties and exclusive discounts.

HOLIDAY COTTAGE

You can enjoy an exclusive break in the grounds of this beautiful property.

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