Hatchlands Park NT

Hatchlands Park was built in the 1750s for naval hero Admiral Edward Boscawen and his wife Frances. Since then it has housed wealthy families, a finishing school for girls and even a printing press. It is still a family home, containing tenant Alec Cobbe’s collection of paintings and fine furniture. Also on display is the Cobbe Collection, Europe’s largest collection of keyboard instruments associated with famous composers including JC Bach, Chopin and Elgar. The house is open on four afternoons a week, between April and October. The 400 acres of rolling parkland and woodland is one of the largest country estates in the area. Full of seasonal colour, it is open to visitors throughout the year. You can follow waymarked walks, discover areas of the garden partly landscaped by Humphry Repton or bring the family to experience the natural adventure area for children. The Kitchen Cafe, dog-friendly Coach House cafe, gift shop and second hand bookshop can be found in the courtyard.