Whole property from 1 March 2026.
Non-members pay to park.
Enter this code in JustPark to pay, or at the machine. Members park free after checking in.
Arlington Court on the edge of Exmoor is a complete family estate held by the Chichesters for more than 500 years, its Regency house built in 1823 and extended in 1860 behind an austere facade. Rosalie Chichester, the last of the line, filled it with model ships and shells and wanted the estate kept as a refuge for wildlife. The stables hold the National Trust Carriage Museum, more than 40 vehicles from state coaches to humble carts, with a couple to climb into and hobby horses for children. Beyond the Victorian garden lie 2,600 acres, over 20 miles of paths, the Old Lake walk to the heronry and bird hide, and a play area with sit-on diggers and a mud kitchen; dogs are welcome everywhere except the house and tea-room. Reviewers praise the knowledgeable staff and the pasties. Tips from regulars: the wider estate and its walks can be enjoyed without paying admission, and allow a full day if you want the house, museum and a lake walk.
House
Closed Tue 24 Nov
Later dates are in the calendar.
Prices, non-members
Free entry for National Trust members. Free parking for National Trust members. Charges apply for non-members at £1.30 for 1 hour, £2.60 for 2 hours or £5.20 for the full day. This car park uses the JustPark app and payment machines for member check-in and non-member payments. If you choose to use the JustPark app, please download it before your visit and create an account if you do not already have one. You’ll be asked to add payment details; National Trust members will not be charged for parking. The JustPark code for this property is 80504. To help families enjoy days out for less this summer, the Government has introduced a temporary reduction in VAT, running from 25 June to 1 September 2026. This means the admission price you pay at the till may be less than advertised. Please speak to a member of the Welcome Team when you arrive if you have any queries.
Last entry to the house and carriage museum is half an hour before closing.
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