The countryside around Gerrards Cross is rich in historic houses, gardens and woodland cared for by the National Trust and others, perfect for a relaxed day out. Many are a short drive away, and a local taxi means you can enjoy them without the parking or the driving. Here is a guide to National Trust days out near the Chilterns.
- Historic houses, gardens and Chiltern woodland are all within easy reach of Gerrards Cross.
- Popular properties get busy at weekends, and their car parks fill, so being dropped off helps.
- A local taxi makes a heritage day out car-free, dropped at the gates, collected after.
What's within reach of Gerrards Cross?
The Chilterns and surrounding countryside hold a wealth of National Trust and heritage properties, grand houses, formal gardens, ancient woodland and commons, many within a half-hour drive of Gerrards Cross. They make wonderful days out in every season, from spring gardens to autumn woodland walks.
Why does parking matter?
Popular heritage properties get very busy at weekends and in the holidays, and their car parks can fill by mid-morning. Being dropped at the entrance, rather than queuing for a space or parking in an overflow field, makes the day far more relaxed, especially with children or older relatives.
How do you make it car-free?
A local taxi drops you at the gates and collects you after your visit, so there is no parking to find and no driving home tired after a long walk. It is an easy, relaxed way to enjoy a heritage day, and lets you have lunch or a cream tea without watching the clock. See our local taxi service.
Good for groups and family days
A heritage day out is a classic family or group outing, and a single car keeps everyone together, with no convoy and no meeting in the car park. Grandparents, children and all arrive at once, ready to enjoy the house and grounds, with the travel sorted at a fixed price.