Chenies Manor House
Buckinghamshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- MacLeod Matthews family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
Pinpoint
Chenies, Rickmansworth WD3 6ER
Telephone 01494 762888
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 2:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 2:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Chenies Manor House is a Tudor manor once visited by Henry VIII, privately owned and open seasonally. Reviewers describe an interesting house tour with knowledgeable guides and a place that, despite its size, feels cosy rather than grand. The gardens are the other consistent draw, described as beautifully kept, with the dahlias singled out more than once.
Worth the trip
The gardens, which reviewers describe as beautifully maintained and worth timing a visit around.
Before you go
Opening is seasonal and the house is also used for weddings, so check the calendar before travelling; opinions are mixed on the tea room, where some reviewers found prices high though most rated the cakes.
This sample is split between day visitors and wedding parties. Day visitors praise the guided house tour and the guide's knowledge, describe the gardens as beautifully kept, with the dahlias mentioned more than once, and say the house feels cosy despite its size. The tea room and gift shop come up positively, though one reviewer found the tea and cakes a little expensive while still rating the quality highly. Wedding reviewers are strongly positive about Charles, Boo and the team, mentioning flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony options and the freedom to decorate the rooms in advance.
Tudor manor house once visited by Henry VIII, privately owned and open seasonally.
“Very interesting house tour led by excellent knowledgeable guide. The gardens are beautifully kept. Only slight criticism is that the tea and cakes are a bit expensive,however the cakes are very good quality and tasty.”- Russell B, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Guided tours
- “It was lovely to be greeted by the gentlemen of the house and our tour guide was very friendly also.” - Alison M
- Facilities
- “There is a lovely tea room, it was great to sit outside amoungst the flowers and enjoy the sunshine.” - Alison M
Common questions about Chenies Manor House
Where is Chenies Manor House?
Chenies Manor House is in Buckinghamshire, England, at Chenies, Rickmansworth WD3 6ER.
Do you need a ticket to visit Chenies Manor House?
Yes - Chenies Manor House is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by MacLeod Matthews family. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Chenies Manor House?
The gardens, which reviewers describe as beautifully maintained and worth timing a visit around.
Is Chenies Manor House a ruin or still intact?
Chenies Manor House is largely intact - Tudor manor house once visited by Henry VIII, privately owned and open seasonally.
