Ascott
Buckinghamshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Ascott House, Ascott, Wing, Leighton Buzzard LU7 0PT
Ascott is a Jacobean-style house developed by the Rothschild family, notable for its collection of Chinese porcelain. It's cared for by the National Trust alongside the group's other Rothschild-era properties in the area.
Worth the trip
The Chinese porcelain collection, the house's standout feature.
Before you go
As with the other Rothschild-connected National Trust houses nearby, it's worth checking opening days in advance, since smaller properties like this often keep more limited hours than the larger estates.
Jacobean-style house built up by the Rothschild family, noted for its Chinese porcelain collection
Common questions about Ascott
Where is Ascott?
Ascott is in Buckinghamshire, England, at Ascott House, Ascott, Wing, Leighton Buzzard LU7 0PT.
Do you need a ticket to visit Ascott?
Yes - Ascott is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Ascott?
The Chinese porcelain collection, the house's standout feature.
Is Ascott a ruin or still intact?
Ascott is largely intact - Jacobean-style house built up by the Rothschild family, noted for its Chinese porcelain collection.
