Shuttleworth Collection and Gardens is a day full of small pleasures and big discoveries. With so much to see you will want to visit again and again…
Explore over 60 acres of attractions, including the world-famous Shuttleworth Collection of vintage aircraft and vehicles, Old Warden Aerodrome, our gardens, including the 9 acre Regency Swiss Garden, and Shuttleworth House - a Grade II* Victorian mansion. Also on site we have the Woodland and Shrubbery Walks, Summer House and Lakeside Parkland.
Richard Ormonde Shuttleworth established the Shuttleworth Collection while pursuing his passion for restoring vintage aircraft and motor vehicles during the 1930s. The Shuttleworth Trust actively maintains the Collection, and today it is a treasure trove of airworthy vintage aircraft from 1909-1950, agricultural and steam exhibits, veteran cars, classic motorcycles, bicycles and vintage buses.
This internationally significant collection is the most complete airworthy vintage aircraft collection in Europe, and includes the largest selection of flying WWI aircraft, and the delightful aircraft from the Edwardian period.
Our gardens are truly unique. The Swiss Garden is an outstanding example of the late Regency fashion for creating landscapes in a picturesque alpine style. Designed as a pleasure garden, it features charming buildings and tranquil landscapes with beautiful views at every turn. With thirteen listed features, including a colourful Indian Kiosk, quirky Swiss Cottage and stunning Grotto and Fernery. Designed c1820 by Lord Ongley the third, the Shuttleworth family’s own embellishments from the 1870s are still evident today.
Constructed in 1872, the former Shuttleworth family home was designed by the prominent Victorian architect Henry Clutton, with many of the interior furnishings created by Gillows of Lancaster. As you are welcomed through the grand entrance, step back in time and explore seven period rooms.
Open on selected dates throughout the year.
Our Runway Cafe offers three main dining areas and a large outdoor terrace. We serve freshly prepared, delicious, seasonal and healthy meal and snack options from a list of local suppliers.
Visit us for either a self-guided or guided tour. Guided tours last between 1 and 1.5 hours, and guests are encouraged to spend the day enjoying all open areas of the site at their leisure.
To discuss your visit, or book a bespoke package please contact our dedicated group visitor coordinator.
