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Tall, brick mansion of 1671 designed by Lady Elizabeth Wilbraham on the site of a medieval manor for the Earls of Bradford. The facades have unusual semi-circular pediments.
Set within 1,000 acres of magnificent gardens and grounds, there is an endless choice of attractions for everyone. Whether you are looking for a fun packed day out or a leisurely visit around the house and gardens, we offer something special that will appeal to the widest range of tastes and age groups. Families can follows activity trails to enjoy and make the most of this great treasure house. Children can run wild in the adventure playground; take a ride on the miniature railway; pick up great local produce in the farm shop; view the latest exhibition in the gallery and explore the formal gardens, woodland walks, lakes and follies.
The House contains one of Britain’s most important art collections, with internationally significant works by Van Dyck, Holbein, Constable, Lely and Gainsborough together with superb furniture ascribed to Chippendale, Gillows and Morel and Hughes.
New for 2011 – see the newly decorated Entrance Hall and learn about how the project was undertaken.
Features: 'Capability' Brown park, including a Roman bridge and Temple of Diana by James Paine.
Open daily from Saturday 26 May-Sunday 2 September. Except 15-22 August. House is closed on
Saturdays. Private house & garden tours are available for groups.
Please contact the property for up to date opening times
As a Charitable Educational Trust, the aim of the Foundation is to use the rich heritage and extensive facilities at Weston for the benefit of future generations.
Weston provides a focal point for the diverse needs of schools, colleges and universities by allowing teachers and lecturers to combine work in the classroom with an inspiring outdoor environment and currently welcomes over 7,000 school children per year.
The Learning Department is dedicated to working with a range of educational establishments and strives to offer more informative and enjoyable visits that address the National Curriculum requirements in addition to identified QCA schemes of work.
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The beauty and tranquility of the House is the result of centuries of creativity, collecting and patronage of artists and craftsmen, by generations of one family, the Bridgemans, Earls of Bradford.
Gifted to the nation by Richard, the 7th and present Earl of Bradford, now in the care of the Trustees of The Weston Park Foundation, Weston is a magnificent Stately Home set in 1,000 acres of parkland and situated on the Staffordshire/Shropshire border.
Features: \"Capability\" Brown parkland, including a Grade I listed Roman Bridge and Temple of Diana by James Paine.
Weston Park has the facilites to hold Civil Ceremonies and Receptions.
Location: Situated on the A5 at Weston-under-Lizard, just 30 minutes from Central Birmingham, three miles off M54 Juncition 3 and eight miles off M6 Junction 12. | Tailor Made Facilities | | Visits to House | Yes | | Visits to Garden | Yes | | Other Events | Yes | | Light Refreshments | Yes | | Lunch | Yes | | Dinner | Yes |
| Contact Details | | Contact: | | Kate Thomas | | Address: | | Weston Park | | | Weston-under-Lizard | | Town: | | near Shifnal | | County: | | Shropshire | | Postcode: | | TF11 8LE | | Phone: | | 01952 852100 | | Email: | | enquiries@weston-park.com |
Civil Ceremony and Wedding Reception
There is no better location than having private use of a magnificent stately home. Whatever the occasion, enjoy a personal experience of the House and gain the intimate and relaxed ambience that no hotel in the world could match.
The real beauty of the House is that it is distinctly not a Club or Hotel and is only available on a private basis, as all events are tailor made to individual requirements.
Exclusively yours . .
* 17th century stately home
* Award-winning cuisine
* Your own team of butlers, chefs and housekeepers
* 28 exquisite bedrooms
* Stunning formal gardens
Professional, exclusive, relaxed.
Weston offers the perfect combination of tranquillity and privacy with a friendly and welcoming ambience, whether looking for a venue for a company retreat, annual conference, board meeting or private meeting with colleagues or clients.
The real beauty of the House is that it is distinctly not a Club or Hotel and is only available on a private basis, as all events are tailor made to individual requirements.
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