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Become a Friend of Highclere Castle and Unlock Exclusive Experiences

Step behind the scenes of the real Downton Abbey with exclusive perks, events, and virtual experiences.

Exclusive Benefits
  • Privileged ticket access throughout the year
  • Friends’ fast track access at the castle
  • Welcome package, including branded virtual reality viewer
  • VIP Invitation to Friends’ Summer Garden party and Christmas party with Lord and Lady Carnarvon.
Special Events
  • Join Lady Carnarvon as her guest for "In conversation with"
  • Champagne & nibbles in the Saloon and a tour of the Castle State Rooms
  • Join the small audience as Lady Carnarvon interviews famous figures.
  • Ask questions live and chat to the guest..
Exclusive At-Home Access
  • Explore the Castle from your own home with Lady Carnarvon as your personal guides.
  • Weekly livestream, a detailed look at a secret or treasure of the castle.
  • Monthly live stream, Lady Carnarvon one-on-one interviews famous figures, remember to get your live questions in!
  • Extraordinary 3D tours, look around rooms no visitors will ever see with Lady Carnarvon as your 3D

Give this unique gift to someone special and invite them into the world of Highclere, where history, elegance, and exclusivity meet.

$ 150.00

  • Immersive Virtual Tours Step into rooms rarely seen by the public and explore them alongside Lady Carnarvon as your personal guide. Watch in high definition on your computer or through your own branded VR viewer.
  • Invitation
  • Only Garden & Christmas Parties Celebrate the seasons with Lord & Lady Carnarvon at our most exclusive events — open only to Friends of Highclere.
  • In conversation with Lady Carnarvon Watch monthly live interviews with celebrated authors hosted by Lady Carnarvon — or be our guest and join in person for a glass of champagne, chat, and a private tour.
  • Weekly ‘Friends on Friday’ Videos Enjoy behind
  • the
  • scenes stories and weekly insights from Lady Carnarvon filmed around the Castle and grounds.
  • Privileged Entry to the Castle and Priority Booking on Sold
  • Out Events Friends receive fast
  • track access and priority to ticketed events, even when public tickets are gone.

$ 500.00

  • An elevated experience for those who love Highclere and want to make a lasting mark on its legacy. Includes everything in the Friend Plan, plus:
  • Your Name in the Wood of Goodwill A bespoke plaque placed in our private woodland, with your name
  • Signed Collector’s Gift Limited
  • edition engraved print of Highclere Castle
  • Private Events with Lord & Lady Carnarvon Classical concert and supper with Lord and Lady Carnarvon (limited ticket availability)
  • Quarterly Patrons Zoom call with Lady Carnarvon Share stories, ask questions, and raise a glass from home
  • Win a stay Chance to Win a Stay at London Lodge or the Grotto every year

Once you have chosen to subscribe as a Friend or Patron, please complete the form below to create the account. When you click on "Continue" at the bottom you will be taken to the payment page to complete the joining process. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch with us for help.

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