Top Things to do in Buckinghamshire
Top Hotels in Buckinghamshire
- 1. easyHotel Milton Keynes Central
- 2. Hampton by Hilton High Wycombe
- 3. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central (Xscape) hotel
- 4. Peartree Lodge Waterside
- 5. Mercure Milton Keynes
- 6. Danesfield House Hotel And Spa
- 7. Travelodge High Wycombe Central
- 8. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes, an IHG Hotel
- 9. The Kings Arms Hotel
- 10. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Theatre District
The 10 Best Historic Sites in Buckinghamshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom including Lacey Green Windmill, Babbling Brook of Waterside, Waddesdon Manor, Hughenden Manor, The Home of G. K. Chesterton, National Trust Stowe, Chiltern Open Air Museum, Marlow War Memorial, Bletchley Park, Milton's Cottage.
Restaurants in Buckinghamshire
1. Lacey Green Windmill
2. Babbling Brook of Waterside
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Based on the grounds of the Waterside Primary Academy school. Discovered in 2020 after a gardening session on the grounds led to the discovery of 'The Babbling Brook', a long lost natural water feature. It has been classed as 'The talk of Chesham' with locals flocking to see its beauty.
Reviewed By SammieHB587
Lovely brook! The grounds of the school are really nice too, very worth a visit to see the beautiful brook of waterside
3. Waddesdon Manor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,278 reviews
Surrounded by views of Oxfordshire and the Chilterns Hills and just an hour by train or car from London, Waddesdon: A Rothschild House & Gardens, is an ideal place for a day out with family and friends. Explore the gardens, aviary, wine cellars and Renaissance-style chateau built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 to entertain the fashionable world and to house his collection of fine art. Renowned for afternoon teas, Waddesdon continues the tradition of entertainment and hospitality with events celebrating food and wine, and opportunities for you to explore the Manor's history, collections and gardens through changing exhibitions, talks and tours. Opening hours change with the seasons. Feb-Mar, Wed-Sun 10am-4pm, Apr-Oct, Wed-Sun 10am-5pm and Nov-Dec, Wed-Sun 11am-6pm. Timed tickets are needed for visiting the House, which is open Wed-Fri 12-4 (including the Bachelors' Wing), Sat-Sun 11-4 (excluding the Bachelors' Wing. There's lots to see, so last recommended admission 2.30pm.
Reviewed By DdraigGoch1948 - Watford, United Kingdom
This year the house and grounds have been decorated by the National Trust on the theme of a Winter Carnival and it is a really impressive display both within the house and in the grounds with a light show on the stables and also on the house and an "interesting" lighting show in the grounds. A really great day out and the Terrace Cafe is to be recommended
4. Hughenden Manor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,343 reviews
Reviewed By Solofromwoking - Woking, United Kingdom
Visited this National Trust property which used to belong to Disraeli. The house is interesting and the story of Disraeli's two faiths (Jewish & Christian) was interesting as was the use of the hosue during the second world war for creating target maps of Europe. The volunteer guides were knowledgeable, attentive and interesting. Well worth a visit.
5. The Home of G. K. Chesterton
6. National Trust Stowe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,183 reviews
The scale, grandeur and beauty of Stowe has inspired writers, philosophers, artists, politicians and members of the public from the 18th century to the present day. Since the National Trust acquired the gardens in the late 1980s, an ambitious programme of restoration has ensured that over 40 temples and monuments remain, gracing an inspiring backdrop of lakes and valleys with an endless variety of walks and trails, a delightful visit, any time of year.
Reviewed By L2270ICdavidp - Rochester, United Kingdom
These are the most spectacular gardens to visit. Be prepared to walk about 3 miles and use the map provided at the entrance to get the best experience. There is a buggy ride if you need it.After a short walk from the New Inn, you enter the gardens and are treated to a spectacular view across the lake towards the house. As you walk around the estate, you come across quirky structures, statues, glades and more. There’s a surprise around every corner. Stowe is a wonderful example of 18th century opulence- a great example of showing off about wealth , a legacy that we can still enjoy today.
7. Chiltern Open Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By Maggie-May77
Visited today with a 5 year old and 15 month old for the first time, and it was just lovely. Intended to go for a ‘couple of hours’, ended up being there for six! We had sunshine and just ambled around at our own pace, taking in the well preserved and cared for historic buildings, animals, refreshments on the village green, kids play area and woodland walk with bluebells. Kids loved the freedom to roam in the open spaces and the mixture of things to see. Topped off with really friendly staff and volunteers. A request has already been made by the five year old to return. Thank you COA Museum!
8. Marlow War Memorial
9. Bletchley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,631 reviews
Bletchley Park, home of the WW2 Codebreakers, was once Britain's best kept secret and is now a vibrant heritage attraction open daily for visitors to learn how the Codebreakers' breath-taking achievements helped shorten WW2 by up to two years.
Reviewed By JoanH514 - Gorleston-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Bletchley Park contains a beautiful mansion house, park and lake. Also houses The National Museum of Computing. After the war, it was taken over as a Management Centre and my father was sent there - his office was on the first floor, front of the mansion house, just right of the main entrance. I myself attended a two-week training course there in 1961 so I know it of old and the present. In 2005 I attended a wedding there, the ceremony was held in the library and after in the dance hall. It is open every day. Special Note: Only assistance and guide dogs allowed in. Summer opening: (1 Mar – 31 Oct) From 09.30 to 17.00. Winter opening: (1 Nov – 28 Feb) From 09.30 to 16.00. Online advance prices: Adult – £19.00, Concessions – £16.60 Child 12 to 17 – £11.40 Under 12 – FREE Family Ticket – £49.40, 2 adult & 2 child under 17. On the day prices: Adult – £20.00, Concessions – £17.50 Child 12 to 17 – £12.00 Under 12 – FREE Family Ticket – £52.00, 2 adult & 2 child under 17. During WW2, in 1938, Winston Churchill chose Bletchley Park to be the home of Station X, housing code-breakers, the most famous being Alan Turin who set up the world's first programmable digital electronic computer called 'Colossus'. The scores of wooden 'Huts' that were built in the park, many of which are still standing house historical exhibits, including part of a rebuilt Colossus I was embarrassed to see an old mechanical adding machine on display that I used myself in the 1960s!
10. Milton's Cottage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By X9937LXjanes
An excellent socially distanced tour and visit a couple of days ago. My daughter and I knew very little about Milton prior to our visit and the guide gave us a perfectly pitched talk - circa 20 mins - just what we needed. An eye opener too - Milton's 'Spin Doctor' activities were for us as interesting as his poetry. A big thank you to the guide. Lovely gardens too with a bench (or 2) to sit on.
