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Hylands House and EstateHylands House and Estate

Hylands House and Estate  Hylands House and Estate

Rescued from ruin and steeped in history, Hylands House is a fascinating and beautifully restored country house, dating from 1730.
Hylands House is open every Sunday throughout the year, and on Mondays during the summer months. For full details of opening times and admission charges please see Opening Times & Admission.

Built in 1730 as a modest red brick Queen Anne style house, Hylands House has changed and developed considerably throughout its history. Nine different owners have each stamped their own personality on the house, extending and remodelling according to their tastes and the fashion of the day.
In 1966, after the death of the last private owner, Mrs Hanbury, Chelmsford Borough Council purchased Hylands and immediately opened the park to the public. Following a 20 year programme of restoration to the house and landscape, work was completed in 2007.
Visitors can now enjoy spectacular rooms, ranging from the exquisitely gilded Drawing Room to the sumptuously ornate Banqueting Room. Ascend the magnificent Grand Staircase to the Repton Room on the first floor, which provides stunning views over the landscaped parkland. Next door is the Social History Room offering a variety of exhibits. Explore the basement complete with butler's pantry and wine cellar. Refreshments are available from Hutton's Courtyard Café, located 50 metres from the house.
Facilities at Hylands House include:
" Free parking within walking distance including accessible bays
" Guide books and information leaflets
" Interpretation boards throughout the house
" Full wheelchair and pushchair access
" Wheelchairs available for use
" Gift shop
" Group visits and guided tours by arrangement
" Mobility vehicle available, to book please call 01245 605523

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Disabled access Disabled toilets Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Welcome Host Wheelchairs available Credit cards accepted (no fee) Education/study area English Heritage Property National Trust Property Children welcomeFacilities for hearing impairedSmoking not allowedDogs acceptedFacilities for visually impairedGuided tours for groupsGuided tours for individualsVenue approved for civil marriageWedding receptions

Prices


House: Adult £3.80, Conc. £2.80, accompanied children under 16's Free. Visitor Stables Centre and Park: Free.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Mon 1 Apr 2013 - Mon 30 Sep 2013 Mon 10:00 to 17:00 | Sun 10:00 to 17:00
Notes House: Suns & Mons, 10am-5pm Apr-Sept, Stable Visitor Centre & Park: Open everyday from 7.30am. Guided Tours, Talks and Walks are available by arrangement.
   
 

Contact

Hylands House
Tel: 01245 605500
View the Hylands House and Estate websitewww.chelmsford.gov.uk/hylands
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Venue

Hylands House and Estate

Hylands Park, London Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8WQ

View the Hylands House and Estate websitewww.chelmsford.gov.uk/hylands

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Map reference: TL 684042  Lat: 51.71128  Long: 0.43626


By Road:
From London: Take A12 towards Colchester. At 1st Chelmsford sign, take slip road to A414 towards Chelmsford. (A414 is an old dual carriageway). White on brown tourist signs indicates entrance to park/house.

Parking : free

Nearest station : 10 miles (16.1 kms) from Chelmsford station

Visitor Centre. Refreshments/Cafe/Tearoom: Daily. Guided Tours: By arrangement. Education/School Visits: By arrangement. Suitability for Dogs: In grounds. Guide dogs only in house.

VistEngland VAQASGreen Flag AwardSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is gravel
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Has a ramp

Entrance

  • Ramp to entrance
  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Lift equipped with verbal floor announcements
  • Lift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or letters
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system