We live locally and it has been great to see how Croome has developed and improved over the past few years. A new walk has recently been opened to the rotunda, and there are lovely views from here across the parkland to the Malvern Hills. There is a lot of scaffolding around the house at the moment as I think they are working on the first floor rooms. However you can visit the ground floor to see the video of the Coventry family and the history of the house and gardens, which were designed by Capability Brown. There is a dining room, and long gallery, both of which are lovely. In the basement there is an interesting photographic display of past occupants. We visit regularly to walk around the park and feel very lucky to have such a wonderful place so near. There are extensive grounds and gardens and lakes crossed by pretty bridges. In the school holidays there are trails and activities for children, and the food in the café is good. Yesterday as it was half term the place was buzzing with young families. We enjoyed the walk, lunch, and the snowdrops!
Wonderful family day out, with lovely gardens and great house to explore. Great restaurant , really enjoyed the afternoon tea and fresh cream scone
We visit the park many times during the year. The park and grounds are stunning at any season. We never tire of the wonderful views and with the restoration of the Court, there is always something new to discover.
Croom park is a lovely place to walk, nice views and it is one national trust place you can take your dog worth a visit if your a member of NT so many places you can't take dogs
A great place to go. Good grounds and a site totally in renovation. Being able to go up the scaffolding was a first.
Plenty to do here - lots of room to roam and enjoy the park and the views of the Malverns. The house is work-in-progress but an interesting mix nonetheless. Good NT standard catering. We enjoying unwinding here at weekends.
Croome Park brings you back to the 1700's and 1800's English manors, with a large landscaped garden with age old cedars.There are lovely picnic areas around the lakes (these are a little bigger than ponds). A beautiful, not hard, long walk.We especially like the old WWII canteen, the dig for victory garden, the lovely carrot cake in the cafe. And the gift shop, where you can buy nice presents to anybody and yourself.There is also a playground in the theme of the old secret RAF base, which used to be here.
Our first visit to Croome Park with a dog and 2 children aged 9 and 7. A very pleasant experience walking around the parkland. They also have areas where you can let your dog off the lead and have a run around with a stick. Such lovely views all around. We will be definitely be back soon. We travelled about 45 mins, well worth the drive.
Croome has something for everyone: gorgeous walks, fascinating history, beautiful buildings, a secret wartime story to tell and, thanks to dedicated National Truy staff and volunteers, lots for families plus excellent food. We've been lots of times with family, friends and on our own. Last but one visit we enjoyed the snowdrops.
Set in many acres of parkland this is an interesting mix of things to do - but be prepared for a lot of walking. The main house is about 10 mins walk from the entrance (but beautiful rolling landscape) and there are various routes around the grounds. Since the 1800s the place has been updated and used by many different groups (as a wartime hospital, a school and a Hari Krishna headquarters) so there are many interesting sights and facts - with a small RAF museum too. We called off here on the way down the M5 and it is well worth the (very short) diversion if you have a couple of hours to spare - especially if you are a National Trust member.