Preston Manor & Gardens

Brighton and Hove

Type:Historic House / Palace

Preston Drove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SD

Tel: +44 (0)3000 290900

Preston Manor - peopel outside

About

Welcome to Preston Manor, an Edwardian estate that brings history to life. Once home to Charles and Ellen Stanford, this grand house exudes glamour, opulence, and intrigue. Step back to 1912, the year of the Titanic disaster, and experience a day in the lives of the Stanfords and their loyal staff. 

With roots dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086, Preston Manor was transformed in 1905 by architect Charles Stanley Peach. Its blend of history, grandeur, and elegance offers a glimpse into the world of the Edwardian elite. 

Explore the "below stairs" world of hard-working servants, from the butler to the scullery maid. Discover the inner workings of the manor, from the bustling kitchen to the servants' hall, where long hours were spent maintaining the estate's high standards. 

Every corner of Preston Manor tells a unique story. Whether you're intrigued by the supernatural in the Cleves Room or captivated by the Stanfords' tales, this is your chance to step into history. 

Don’t miss the Manor Tearoom by Café Rust, located in one of Ellen Stanford’s favourite rooms and under the watchful eye of her 124 ‘Dogs of Fo’ collection.  

 

 

 

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Preston Manor is now open!

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Wheelchair user accessible - Basement and ground floor only.

Catering

  • Picnic area - next to Preston Park
  • Picnic Site

Establishment Features

  • All weather attraction
  • Garden / Grounds for visitors use
  • Groups by arrangement
  • LGBT Friendly
  • Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
  • Marquee Space Available
  • Toilets

Languages spoken

  • French spoken

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 1 hour
  • Delta accepted
  • Diners Club accepted
  • Groups Accepted - Large groups can be accepted if divided.
  • JCB accepted
  • Maestro Accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Max group size - 50
  • Min group size - 20
  • Open by appointment outside normal opening times
  • Solo accepted
  • Special group rates
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
  • Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor Attraction
  • No Smoking Attraction

Specialist Features

  • Marketed Towards Children
  • Marketed Towards Families
  • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups - open for pre-booked group visits all year

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A23. Located just off the A23 London Road. Signposted.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Preston Park. Turn left out of station and continue to Preston village. Signposted.

Opening Times

2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* Preston Manor is now open!

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