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Petworth, West Sussex

Petworth, the family seat of the Percy family has a history dating back to the twelfth century. The building seen today was largely built in the late seventeenth century by the sixth Earl of Somerset, and was probably designed by the Frenchman Daniel Marot. Petworth has a huge collection of art, and is actually an example of the forerunner of today's museums. From Renaissance times great country houses would often gather varied collections of objects and paintings, and country houses such as Chatsworth, Montacute, and Petworth have unrivalled collections of this kind.

The garden is a surviving example of a sixteenth century deer park, and is beautifully landscaped by Capability Brown.

Opening Times: Petworth House is open March 15th to November 5th , Saturday to Wednesday 11am - 5pm.

 

Directions: Entrance to car parks at Petworth is off the A283 at Petworth town in West Sussex. Dogs are permitted on leads in the park, but not in the gardens near the house. There is pedestrian access from Petworth town. Entry to the park is free. Click here for an interactive road and satellite map centred on Petworth House.

Access: there is designated parking in the car park, but the path leading out of the car park is rather steep. A transfer service from the car park to the house is available. There is also a drop off point. Wheelchairs are available, but access in the house is limited. A photograph album virtual tour is an alternative. Access to the shop and restaurant is good. There is a Braille guide, and some touchable objects. There is an induction loop in reception.

Contact:

telephone: 01798 342207 / infoline 01798 343929

e-mail: petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk