Chastleton House Oxfordshire | Local Adventures

Chastleton House Oxfordshire is an ancient and rare Jacobean country house filled with 400 years of Jones family history. Located near Moreton-in-Marsh in Chastleton, the house was built between 1607 and 1612 for Walter Jones. Prior to being entrusted to the National Trust in 1991, the house has been in the Jones family for centuries before it was passed down to the Whitmore-Jones.

The Chastleton House Oxfordshire is a place described as ‘preserved as it is, not as it was’. The exterior of the house betrays the house interior which is fragile and ancient and time has gradually taken its toll. Whilst the gardens are in full bloom and alluring with a 400-year-old tree, the rest of the house is slowly yielding. What we loved about the property were the gardens perfect place on the estate to enjoy a picnic.

Chastleton House Oxfordshire

Unlike most NT properties but most closely resembling Charlecote Park, Chastleton House is smaller in size but depicts the wealth during the reign of King James I. One thing that is outstanding about the property is just how well it has been preserved and the history that lies in its walls.

We loved that Chastleton House Oxford shire is different not only in size but in character and charm. As National Trust members, we love nothing more than exploring the NT properties, the estate and tucking into afternoon tea. Charleston House, however, does not have its own tea room but boasts a cute and quint book store.

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What is different about Chastleton is the opening time, the house and grounds are open from 1 pm. And on the days the house is open, the church next door serves teas and cake. Parking is free and there is a 5-minute steep hill walk from the reception to the house.

Things To Do At Chastleton House Oxfordshire

Chastleton House is located in the Oxfordshire countryside and therefore offers unparalleled views of the countryside. There is enough woodland to get lost in as well as in proximity to a village. During in your visit to Chastleton House you can;

• Explore the expansive garden and picnic
• Explore the woodlands nearby
• Buy some second-hand books

Chastleton House Oxfordshire it smaller estate compared to places like Waddesdon Manor, it, therefore, doesn’t take too long to explore. At the back of the property are a nice garden where you can play games and a picnic.

We had a lovely time exploring this old gem in the countryside and highly recommend it. Opening time is from 1pm and the church next door serves tea and scones on the days the estate is open.