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A peaceful green oasis in the heart of Grantham.

Admission to Grantham House, its walled garden and lawns is free for everyone as part of the National Trust's aim to end unequal access to nature, beauty and history.

03/09/2026

The Dolls House Fair is back this month! 🏠

On Saturday 19 September, celebrate miniature craftsmanship with us as we bring together artisans and enthusiasts for this popular free event. Visitors can expect to see an array of high-quality miniatures, ranging from 1:12 scale furniture and architectural components to handcrafted dolls and period-accurate accessories.

You'll find a curated selection of makers showcasing bespoke creations not typically found on the high street, plus you'll have the chance to purchase unique pieces to start or expand your own collection.

It's a great opportunity to meet fellow hobbyists and learn about the history and techniques behind the art of miniaturization too.

Find out more at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events/8ab4f9ed-d145-46d3-8887-58857975b3d4

Image: ©National Trust Images/James Dobson

31/08/2026

With the 'ber months upon us from tomorrow, we'll be changing our opening hours here at Grantham House 🍁

From 1 September, the whole property will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (with the church office remaining open as normal) until spring although we'll be reverting to 7-day opening during Lincolnshire half term and the Christmas holidays. During September, we'll be open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm with the tearoom stopping service by 4pm.

We hope to see you for crunchy leaf walks and cosy hot chocolates by the fire soon!

30/08/2026

August Bank Holiday, 1917 🌿

More than a century ago, the Beard family gathered in the gardens of Grantham House for the August Bank Holiday weekend.

George Beard, Grantham House’s Gardener, lived at 43 Castlegate with his wife Ruth and their six children. The couple had married at St Wulfram’s Church in 1888, just across the road from the house.

This photograph captures a special moment, with sons Arthur and Bill home from military service during the First World War.

Why not come and spend your Bank Holiday with us this year? We're open from 10am to 5pm!

Photograph kindly given to the National Trust by the family.

28/08/2026

Due to forecasted rain, tomorrow's performance of Unversed will now be taking place indoors, within the beautiful atmospheric setting of Grantham House itself! 🎭

There are still a few tickets remaining for the show, so any fans of Shakespeare should head to our website to snap them up now: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events/cfa4751e-bbcd-424f-a4d1-d3be6c19f964

26/08/2026

It's so it's the perfect time to share our brand new doggy pin badge 🐾

The new fundraising badge celebrates General Sir Brian Wyldbore-Smith (1913-2005) and his love of black labradors. He adored the dogs and they were a fixture at Grantham House while the Wyldbore-Smiths lived here in the 20th century. We recently had a visitor come in who was a vet and told us they had actually treated the dogs in what is now the tearoom! If you enjoy a bite to eat in the dining room, you'll see Brian and the dogs looking down at you in this spectacular painting by Susan Ryder (b. 1944).

We're also very happy to announce that we will be taking part in the Pooch Passport scheme this year which begins on 1 September. Find out more about how you and your pups can earn free treats and an exclusive pin badge at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dog-friendly/pooch-passport-terms-and-conditions

24/08/2026

Start the bank holiday weekend off in style with outdoor theatre on the Grantham House lawn! 🌤

This Saturday evening, meet Shakespeare's ground-breaking female characters in Beckis Cooper's Unversed. Created in association with Shakespeare's Birthplace, this spellbinding one-woman play has been dubbed 'a phenomenal tour de force of Shakespearean girl power' (Lincolnshire World) and follows Antonia, an ambitious young actor in 17th-century London who is armed with a newly printed copy of Shakespeare's plays but furious that she is forbidden from performing.

Find out more and book now at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events/cfa4751e-bbcd-424f-a4d1-d3be6c19f964

22/08/2026

New Grantham House gifts now available! 🛍

A beautiful range of souvenirs including bags, fridge magnets and keyrings can now be purchased on property, joining the fine art prints and greetings cards already available.

The artwork for these is taken from a stunning piece by talented local artist Tom Simmonds and all proceeds go towards looking after this special place and keeping entry free for everyone.

19/08/2026

Grantham House offers free entry to everyone all year round but for Heritage Open Days we're also offering special tours across the weekend of 12 and 13 September 👀

Guided History Talks at 11am and 1pm will explore the story and heritage of the property as well as offering the chance to venture upstairs to parts of the building not normally open to the public

At 12pm and 2pm, tours of the beautiful gardens will be led by one of our expert Grantham House gardening volunteers. These garden tours don't need to be booked so please show up in plenty of time to join in.

Find out more and book your space on one of the Guided History Talks at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events

Image: ©National Trust Images/Paul Harris

17/08/2026

There's just one more chance to enjoy outdoor theatre at Grantham House this year! 🎭

On Saturday 29 August, step into the world of Antonia, an ambitious young actor in 17th-century London who is armed with a newly printed copy of Shakespeare's plays but furious that she is forbidden from performing. Inviting you into the rehearsal room, Antonia dares to rehearse Shakespeare's female characters, finding her voice, one bold role at a time.

Created in association with Shakespeare's Birthplace, Beckis Cooper has toured her 'spellbinding' solo-show all over the country and has been dubbed 'a phenomenal tour de force of Shakespearean girl power' (Lincolnshire World.)

Find out more and book now at: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events/cfa4751e-bbcd-424f-a4d1-d3be6c19f964

13/08/2026

Did you hear? There's only a handful of tickets left to The Pickwick Papers this weekend! 🎟

Don't miss the chance to join Rain or Shine Theatre Company this Saturday for an evening of fast-paced wit, slapstick, multi-rolling mayhem, and a cast of larger-than-life characters.

Find out more and book now at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house/events/9c028db9-3dbc-4908-85f4-634ba63806ad

Address

Castlegate
Grantham
NG316SS

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441476285588

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/grantham-house

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