Guided Tours at The Sherborne
See The Sherborne through a different lens with a guided tour of the house and its layered story.
From its remarkable interiors to the people and histories that have shaped it, our tours offer a richer way to experience this singular place.
A guided visit invites you to look more closely, linger a little longer, and discover the layers of story held within The Sherborne. Whether you are visiting for the first time or returning with fresh curiosity, these tours offer an engaging introduction to the house, its character and its past.
Guided tours last one hour and are available at £6 per person. We tailor each tour to the size and nature of the group, allowing for an experience that feels welcoming, informed and enjoyable.
For those wishing to extend their visit, groups may also choose to pre-book light lunch or afternoon tea, making time at The Sherborne feel all the more relaxed and memorable.
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For more intimate, smaller groups, visits begin with a 20-minute seated presentation, followed by a guided tour of the house.
For larger groups, we may adapt the format so that guests can self-tour more comfortably after the presentation. Each visit is designed to suit the size and nature of the group, creating an experience that feels welcoming, informative and enjoyable.
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Guided tours are suitable for adults, families and children, and we are very pleased to welcome younger visitors. Children under 12 go free.
We tailor the style of the visit to the group, so whether guests are coming as friends, a family party or a mixed-age group, the experience can feel relaxed and accessible.
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Yes. Groups may choose to pre-book a light lunch or afternoon tea as part of their visit.
Light lunch is a relaxed midday offering, while afternoon tea includes a selection of sandwiches, cakes and sweet treats served with tea.
It is a lovely way to extend your visit and enjoy more of The Sherborne.
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Guided visits are £6 per person and are shaped around the size of the group.
To enquire, please email shop@thesherborne.org.uk and we can help arrange the details with you, including numbers, timing, and any lunch or afternoon tea booking.