Hinton Ampner
Hampshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Hinton Ampner, Alresford SO24 0LA
Telephone 01962 771305
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Hinton Ampner is a 20th-century house remodelled by Ralph Dutton after the earlier Georgian house was gutted by fire, and it's furnished much as its previous owner left it, giving reviewers a strong sense of personal history in every room. The gardens are extensive, with multiple walking routes through fields and woodland that some visitors treat as the main reason to visit. Reviewers describe both house and grounds as well tended.
Worth the trip
The interior, arranged just as Ralph Dutton left it, giving a strong sense of a lived-in rather than staged house.
Before you go
The free estate walk sometimes has its opening field path closed for cattle, meaning a longer road diversion or paying for a garden ticket to cut through - worth checking before you set off.
Reviewers consistently praise the extensive grounds and varied walks, with the gardens and estate parkland singled out as the main draw, especially for dog owners. The cafe and tearoom get a mixed reception, praised by some for its scones and prompt service but called underwhelming by at least one visitor given the high standard of the rest of the property. The house itself is described as beautifully kept and full of history, left much as its previous owner arranged it, with paintings and artworks throughout. A couple of reviewers note the estate walk requires a paid garden ticket if the free path is closed for cattle, a minor practical niggle in an otherwise well-loved visit.
20th-century house remodelled by Ralph Dutton after the earlier Georgian house was gutted by fire
“Lovely home and grounds. Went during late winter so the gardens weren’t as full as normal. Worth a visit! Snowdrops were lovely though x”- Tara Jay, 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.
- Facilities
- “I didn’t hugely rate the service or the offering at the onsite café; it felt a bit underwhelming compared to the high standard of the rest of the property.” - Joel Pagett
Common questions about Hinton Ampner
Where is Hinton Ampner?
Hinton Ampner is in Hampshire, England, at Hinton Ampner, Alresford SO24 0LA.
Do you need a ticket to visit Hinton Ampner?
Yes - Hinton Ampner 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.
Is Hinton Ampner dog-friendly?
Visitor reviews suggest dogs are welcome at Hinton Ampner - one reviewer noted: “…the house. The grounds and gardens are dog friendly too, which was a real bonus.”. Policies can vary between parts of a site and change over time, so confirm with the operator before visiting with a dog.
What is the highlight of visiting Hinton Ampner?
The interior, arranged just as Ralph Dutton left it, giving a strong sense of a lived-in rather than staged house.
Is Hinton Ampner a ruin or still intact?
Hinton Ampner is largely intact - 20th-century house remodelled by Ralph Dutton after the earlier Georgian house was gutted by fire.
