Coughton Court
Warwickshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Coughton, Alcester B49 5JA
Telephone 01789 641280
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Coughton Court is a Tudor gatehouse and house in Warwickshire associated with the Throckmorton family and the Gunpowder Plot, now run in collaboration between the family and the National Trust, with the Throckmortons taking a more direct role in recent years. Reviewers praise the volunteers as exceptionally knowledgeable and the cafe and gift shop as good quality, with a courtyard setting popular for dog owners. It's rated as a manageable size for a thorough visit without feeling like an endurance test.
Worth the trip
The Gunpowder Plot connection through the Throckmorton family, giving the house a genuinely dramatic layer of history beyond its Tudor architecture.
Before you go
Management has shifted toward the Throckmorton family running the house and gardens directly, so National Trust members should check current admission terms, which reviewers note now include a small charge in some cases.
Reviewers consistently praise Coughton Court's gardens, cafe and gift shop, with several specifically highlighting the quality of the coffee and ice cream. Multiple reviews note the property has moved from full National Trust management to being run by the Throckmorton family in collaboration with the Trust, with one visitor personally meeting a family member working in the cafe and praising the family's hands-on, welcoming approach. The house is repeatedly described as rich in history and well worth the small additional charge for members. Parking and access are described as easy, with the house and gardens only a short walk away.
Tudor gatehouse and house associated with the Throckmorton family and the Gunpowder Plot
“We spent a wonderful three to four hours here.”- Dorian Gray, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “The house and gardens is a very short walk from the car park and once inside the house reveals a rich and fascinating history that's well worth experiencing.” - Dr Jamie Smith
- How long to allow
- “We spent a wonderful three to four hours here.” - Dorian Gray
- Facilities
- “Grounds and cafe open to all now no longer operated by the National trust (although members can still visit the house on selected dates at no additional charge).” - MrsKatyH
Common questions about Coughton Court
Where is Coughton Court?
Coughton Court is in Warwickshire, England, at Coughton, Alcester B49 5JA.
Do you need a ticket to visit Coughton Court?
Yes - Coughton Court 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 Coughton Court?
The Gunpowder Plot connection through the Throckmorton family, giving the house a genuinely dramatic layer of history beyond its Tudor architecture.
Is Coughton Court a ruin or still intact?
Coughton Court is largely intact - Tudor gatehouse and house associated with the Throckmorton family and the Gunpowder Plot.
