Frogmore House and Gardens

We had an organised group trip to Frogmore House and gardens. Arrival into the grounds was fast, met by our guides at the house We were a group of about 30, so split into three groups. All visits are accompanied by guides. During the tour of the house and gardens we never encountered another group, well OK, a glancing pass in the night with another group from our contingent. The gardens were interesting, plenty of trees and shrubs. New and ancient trees, the grass of course brown from the recent drought. A Heron appeared by the pond, a well known feature. The ponds and mausoleums made good photo opportunities, as did the Heron. I was looking for reflections in the water. Inside the house, it was history, the East side was sombre, dark and damp, the West side facing the pond was warm, bright and warm. The gifts and memorabilia from the past were impressive. Guides were friendly and experts in their areas. Depending on the guide, you had either a personal view of Royal life, or a more formal art/history view. One member of the group left their camera behind, and the coach was stopped at the exit gate, the camera duly reunited with the owner before we left. Photography allowed in the gardens, NOT in the house. There is a shop selling guides, post cards and ice cream.

Visited here on the Charity Open Day in August . Entrance for individual tourist is at the Park St., which is close to the train station. It’s a beautiful place for a summer chill out. Highly recommended bringing your picnics and stay there for a whole afternoon. Ticket for the Frogmore House sold separately.

Very lucky to be able to visit. We were only allowed in the house and gardens and not in the Victoria and Albert mausoleum, which was being repaired. We were also not allowed near the graves of the many members of the royal family, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, who are buried there. I understand it's only open to the public several times a year.

We came here on the day the National Garden Scheme (NGS) hosted a day at Frogmore Gardens when all the ticket income goes to charity. Ordinarily visits can only be arranged in advance for groups of 15 or more. Our ticket said House and Garden, but the House was not included and a separate ticket had to be purchased. The gardens are well worth a visit with the remarkable Frogmore Memorial where Queen Victoria and Prince Albert are buried.

Only open to the public in August when the Queen is not at Windsor Castle as Frogmore House is still used by the Royal family. Guided tour of gardens & house. Very interesting! A must!

Beautiful gardens, house full of history and charm. Such a shame only open 3 days a year for individuals to visit. Lovely that the Queen allows charities to benefit from the openings. Felt privileged to be able to view.

Absolutely stunning gardens and with the added pleasure of being able to visit the house. Such a wonderful experience.

So much history here. Rarely open to the public. Three days in June only and only groups in August.