Lyveden National Trust
Lyveden is a National Trust property located in Lyveden New Bield, Northamptonshire. It has an unfinished Elizabethan summer house that is Grade I listed.
What is there to do at Lyveden National Trust?
As well as the unfinished house you can also explore Lyveden Manor. Inside there are interpretation spaces where you can explore the intriguing story behind Lyveden. Make sure you borrow their audio guide to help you learn even more about the house and why the owner’s dreams were never realised including their involvement in the Gunpowder plot.
The Elizabeth garden is a rare survivor and it is one of the country’s oldest garden landscapes. It features terraces, spiral mounts and an orchard. You can also explore the garden lodge which lets you see the inner structure of what was once to be a fully functioning country residence that was never actually completed. For families, they often have seasonal, trails and school holiday activities. You can also explore the wider area on foot.
Further Information
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe serving food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors.
What are the main things to do?
Historic house you can explore plus an unfinished Elizabethan house with gardens. There are toilets and a cafe.
What are the ticket prices?
Free for members of the National Trust. Adult standard tickets are £9.50, children £4.75, children aged under 5 are free and family tickets are available.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There is parking.
When are they open?
Lyveden is open for most of the year with some midweek closures over Winter. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Dogs on leads are welcome throughout Lyveden; including the ground floor of the Manor, the gardens and courtyard areas, and within the lodge.
Are they accessible?
