Shugborough Summary

• Address: Shugborough, Milford, Stafford, ST17 0XB (Map)
• Tel: +44 (0)1889 881388
• Fax: +44 (0)1889 881323
• Owner: The National Trust
• Administrator: Sales & Marketing, Staffordshire County Council
• E-mail: Click here to contact
• Website: Go to the Shugborough website

Shugborough Revisited
Visitors in will again be able to enjoy the opportunity to visit the Earl's Private Apartments and Lord Lichfield exhibition. Visitors will be able to step through the keyhole and see the private rooms and hear the stories of the most recent Earls of Lichfield.

The arboretum island garden will also be opened to all and boasts a sculpture trail entitled West to East with sculptures inspired by North American, European and Asian culture placed amongst Lord Lichfield's oaks.

A £50,000 Museum Redevelopment will see enormous changes to the galleries with new displays and a wealth of new hands on activities for families to take part in. These galleries will focus on Play, Health and Hygiene, Costume and Local Trades. Plus the main exhibition gallery will boast a Natural History Exhibition entirely focussing on Shugborough's rich and diverse habitats.

Other Special Events for 2012
The estate hosts a full season of events, large scale country fairs and shows, live performances and concerts, murder mystery dinners and guided walks throughout the year.

Shugborough also hosts a season of festive events including an annual Halloween Spooktacular as well as the famous Shugborough Candlelit Christmas Evenings.

Weddings at Shugborough
Enjoy a truly magical wedding day at the enchanting estate of Shugborough. The stunning gardens and parkland, awe-inspiring Georgian Mansion House and the breath-taking aromatic lavender formal terraces leading down to a lazy, meandering river, make absolutely stunning backdrops for your treasured photographs.

They offer a truly, personal yet professional service catering for the smallest most intimate ceremonies to much larger celebrations. Their friendly, professional wedding co-ordinators have been hosting estate weddings for over a decade and are happy to guide you effortlessly through both the planning of your big day and the happy occasion itself. From a champagne toast, to floral arrangements, to classical music, or organising settings for the all-important photographs, their team will work closely with you to make it a day to remember.

Transport on the day may range from a vintage car, or a horse drawn carriage, to a helicopter ride, a balloon flight or even a Volkswagon Beetle, they’ve seen them all at Shugborough and will do their utmost to make sure that you arrive and leave in style. Please contact them to arrange a wedding preview to discuss your requirements and view their stunning venue.

Opening Times - 2012

• 16th March - 28th October: daily, 11 am - 5 pm (last entry 4.30 pm)

Admission Prices (Advance Purchase Online) - 2012

• Adults - £15.00 (12.50)
• Child (under 5s Free) - £9.00 (£7.50)
• Concession - £12.00 £10.50
• Family (2+3) - £37.50 (£31.00)
• Family (1+1) - £19.00 (£15.50)

Groups welcome - discount available please contact for details.

Parking £3.00, fully refunded on purchase of an all inclusive ticket.

National Trust Members - Entrance to the house is included in National Trust membership, although the parking charge of £3.00 applies.

National Trust members can enjoy all of the Shugborough Estate (Including Servants' Quarters, Museum, Farm, Walled Garden and Land Train) with an All Site Ticket Upgrade which costs £6.00. Plus with this ticket the parking fee is refunded.

More information on the garden can be found on The Gardens Guide.

Further information including opening times and prices

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Events for Shugborough

• Jubilee - 25 May 2012 to 30 June 2012
  A captivating selection of photographs of HRH The Queen taken by Patrick Lichfield will be displayed throughout the mansion house along with the magnificent robes worn by his grandparents at the Queen’s coronation.
• Half Term Week - 02 June 2012 to 10 June 2012
  Join us in Jubilee week for special celebration activities for all the family.
• Spring Bank Holiday - 04 June 2012
  Traditional bank Holiday entertainment.
• Jubilee Day - 05 June 2012
  Come dressed as a prince or princess or king or queen. Make a crown and enjoy our celebration activities.
• 'Treasure Days' & Fathers Day Weekend - 16 June 2012 to 17 June 2012
  A special weekend to admire some of Shugborough’s most special hidden treasures.

• Theatre in the Gardens - 17 June 2012
  Private Lives by Noel Coward Enjoy a high quality theatrical performance on the Doric Temple lawn. Bring the family and a picnic.
• String Quartet in the Saloon - 24 June 2012
• Murder Mystery Dinners - 30 June 2012
  A murderous treat in the Lady Walk restaurant, at Shugborough’s popular Murder Mystery Dinners.
• Murder Mystery Dinners - 07 July 2012
  A murderous treat in the Lady Walk restaurant, at Shugborough’s popular Murder Mystery Dinners.
• 'Treasure Days' - 07 July 2012 to 08 July 2012
  A special weekend to admire some of Shugborough’s most special hidden treasures.

• Olympics Themed Weekend - 21 July 2012 to 22 July 2012
  Fun and themed games ahead of the 2012 Olympics.
• Summer Holiday Fun - 21 July 2012 to 02 September 2012
  Daily family activities throughout the school holidays.
• Shugborough Country Show - 28 July 2012 to 29 September 2012
• Classic Car Show - 05 August 2012
  Featuring over 800 vehicles dating back to the 1920’s
• Murder Mystery Dinners - 11 August 2012
  A murderous treat in the Lady Walk restaurant, at Shugborough’s popular Murder Mystery Dinners.

• Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra - 18 August 2012
  Picnic Concert with special guests including Ruby Turner.
• Summer Proms Picnic Concert - 19 August 2012
  The National Symphony Orchestra presents a superb evening of classical favourites.
• Bank Holiday Fun - 27 August 2012
  Brass band and traditional bank holiday entertainment.
• Murder Mystery Dinners - 01 September 2012 to 08 September 2012
  A murderous treat in the Lady Walk restaurant, at Shugborough’s popular Murder Mystery Dinners.
• Theatre in the Gardens – The Railway Children - 02 September 2012
  Enjoy a high quality theatrical performance on the Doric Temple lawn. Bring the family and a picnic.

• Murder Mystery Dinners - 08 September 2012
  A murderous treat in the Lady Walk restaurant, at Shugborough’s popular Murder Mystery Dinners.
• 'Treasure Days' - 08 September 2012 to 09 September 2012
  A special weekend to admire some of Shugborough’s most special hidden treasures.
• Preserves, Pickles & Fruits of the Harvest Weekend - 22 September 2012 to 23 September 2012
  Walsall Spinners will also be demonstrating their unique craft on the Sunday
• 'Treasure Days' - 06 October 2012 to 07 October 2012
  A special weekend to admire some of Shugborough’s most special hidden treasures.
• Putting Shugborough to Bed Weekend - 27 October 2012 to 28 October 2012
  Watch as we put Shugborough to bed for the winter.

• Half Term Family Fun at the Farm - 29 October 2012 to 02 November 2012
  Farm only reduced admission price - Autumn Activity week at the farm with spooky crafts, pumpkin carving and fun quizzes and trails.
• Bonfire Night & Fireworks - 03 November 2012

Your Reviews of Shugborough

Batu (22 April 2012)

Enjoyed my visit to Shugborough enormously. Lovely house and gardens. Felt quite moved and rather melancholy seeing Patrick Lichfield's private apartment I slightly felt I was invading his privacy.

Additional Info for Shugborough

• Parks
• Gardens
• Groups
• Playgrounds
• Dogs allowed
• Weddings
• Disabled Access
• Education
• Refreshments
• Picnics
• Guides
• Meals Available
• Haunted
• Conferences
• Filming
• Gifts
• Live Entertainment
• Shop
• Car Parking

Heritage Groups

• National Trust

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