About Ardington House
Ardington House was built in 1720 and has been the home of the Baring family for several generations.
The family is best known for founding the famous merchant bank after starting as wool merchants in Exeter many centuries ago. Paintings of the family hang in many of the rooms of the House, including that of Francis Baring, the founder of the Bank. Visitors can see pictures of past scions of the family, some of whom have been cabinet ministers, members of the House of Lords, famous bankers, members of the clergy, and Governors of the Bank of England.
The house was built by the Strong brothers with typical Georgian symmetry; the house is also famous for its Imperial Staircase. Leading from the Hall, the staircase has two matching flights leading into one and is considered by experts to be one of the finest examples in Britain.
The main rooms of the House are adorned with many paintings and furniture from several periods.
| Room | Theatre | Luncheon or Dinner |
Cocktail Party | Finger Buffet | Board Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Room | 40 | 37 | 60 | 40 | 24 |
| Hall | 60 | 56 | 80 | 60 | 36 |
| Music Room | 30 | 30 | 40 | 30 | 20 |
Accommodation
Ardington House has 9 twin/double rooms, some ensuite. Extra rooms may be available on request.
If you require multiple rooms for a wedding or large event we have a list of local hotels below:
- Premier Inn
01235 835168 - Boars Head
01235 83254
- Milton Hill
01235 835168 - Bear Hotel
01235 766366
Local Taxis
- Pryors Taxis, Didcot
01235 812345 - Grove Taxis, Wantage
01235 772200
- Webb Taxis, Wantage
01235 647777 - Stuarts Taxis, Wantage
01235 770608
