A Visit with Lady Carnarvon

of Downton Abbey's Highclere Castle

June 23, 2022

Thank you, Lady Carnarvon for an unforgettable visit! It was smashing!

We enjoyed your thoughts and insights – often delivered with charming good humor – on life at Highclere Castle, or as it is known to so many around the world, the “real Downton Abbey.” Above all, we appreciated your gracious and welcoming manner. It made everyone who interacted with you feel like an old friend!

Enjoy this fascinating interview with Lady Carnarvon conducted recently by Trudy Coxe

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Operating Schedule

Starting November 19, 2022

Holidays at the Newport Mansions

The Breakers
Open Monday-Wednesday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Houses & grounds close one hour after last tour admission.
December 17: The Breakers closes at 3 p.m.
December 24: last admission at 2 p.m.
December 25: All houses and properties closed.

Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: Outdoor light display; special ticket includes The Breakers interior tour during the same visit.
Thursday-Sunday, timed tickets available between 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
House closes at 7 p.m. Grounds close 7:30 p.m.

There will be NO SPARKLING LIGHTS on the following dates: November 24, December 17, December 24, December 25

Beneath The Breakers Tour, guide-led daily at 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

Marble House & The Elms
Open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Houses & grounds close one hour after last tour admission.
The Elms Servant Life Tour, guide-led daily at 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Starting December 1: Elms Servant Life Tour, guide-led daily at 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

December 17: The Elms and Marble House will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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