Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Highclere February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Highclere](https://expedia.co.uk/Highclere-Hotels.d6257694.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Highclere](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Highclere.d6257694.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Highclere Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Highclere.d6257694.Car-Hire-Guide)[Highclere Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Highclere.d6257694.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Highclere ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Highclere Types of activities [Highclere travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Highclere.dx6257694) ![Vehicles of ‘Downton Abbey’ on display @ Highclere Castle, Highclere, Berkshire, UK (Sep 2018): venue of the popular TV Series.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257694/8e969a92-5bd9-42b0-9fee-11338f49fe8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vehicles of ‘Downton Abbey’ on display @ Highclere Castle, Highclere, Berkshire, UK (Sep 2018): venue of the popular TV Series.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257694/8e969a92-5bd9-42b0-9fee-11338f49fe8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A busy Bee enjoying the garden of Highclere Castle (aka Downton Abbey), Berkshire, UK (Sept 2018). #nature #naturalworld #bees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257694/efcb22f9-6097-4dd7-a410-858df77b9b39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Film famous Highclere castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257694/a27f6f47-ce3a-44e1-b6e2-1401d80619a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![In the gardens of Highclere Castle on a bright Autumn day, Highclere, Berkshire, UK (Sep 2018).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257694/6158f590-3cd5-4f62-83b0-50d884580f8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Highclere Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Highclere has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Highclere, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Highclere with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Highclere Highclere is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Highclere, and make it a breeze to explore Highclere and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Highclere to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Highclere, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6257694) ## Recommended things to do in Highclere | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cloth and Kings: Audio Tour of Newbury's History and Architecture](/things-to-do/cloth-and-kings-audio-tour-of-newburys-history-and-architecture.a51196614.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | [West Berkshire,UK: The Living Rainforest Centre Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/west-berkshire-uk-the-living-rainforest-centre-entry-ticket.a50426570.activity-details)[Cloth and Kings: Audio Tour of Newbury's History and Architecture](/things-to-do/cloth-and-kings-audio-tour-of-newburys-history-and-architecture.a51196614.activity-details)[Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail](/things-to-do/bombay-sapphire-distillery-tour-and-cocktail-ticket.a2559395.activity-details)[Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktail Masterclass and Tour](/things-to-do/gin-cocktail-masterclass.a1885468.activity-details)[Portsmouth Port to London with BOMBAY Sapphire Distillery Experience on the...](/things-to-do/portsmouth-port-to-london-with-bombay-sapphire-distillery-experience-on-the-way.a1753636.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Cloth and Kings: Audio Tour of Newbury's History and Architecture](/things-to-do/cloth-and-kings-audio-tour-of-newburys-history-and-architecture.a51196614.activity-details)[Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail](/things-to-do/bombay-sapphire-distillery-tour-and-cocktail-ticket.a2559395.activity-details)[Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktail Masterclass and Tour](/things-to-do/gin-cocktail-masterclass.a1885468.activity-details)[Southampton Port to London with BOMBAY Sapphire Distillery Experience on th...](/things-to-do/southampton-port-to-london-with-bombay-sapphire-distillery-experience-on-the-way.a1753635.activity-details) | | With kids | [West Berkshire,UK: The Living Rainforest Centre Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/west-berkshire-uk-the-living-rainforest-centre-entry-ticket.a50426570.activity-details)[Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail](/things-to-do/bombay-sapphire-distillery-tour-and-cocktail-ticket.a2559395.activity-details) | ## What to do in Highclere --- ### Popular places to visit ![Highclere Castle showing landscape views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083943/e7d8be63-e3b0-432b-b4e1-d39b556a0c90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Highclere Castle Visit this stately home which is also the setting of the acclaimed BBC drama Downtown Abbey. Appreciate its grandeur, beauty and expansive grounds. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Highclere-Castle-Newbury.d6083943.Attraction) ![Snowdrops at Welford Park, where the Great British Bake Off is filmed. February 2020](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084013/c128c765-8f07-4433-9b5f-6ecae93f73ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Welford Park You can find out about the history of Welford with a visit to Welford Park. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Welford-Park-Newbury.d6084013.Attraction) ![Donnington Castle featuring a sunset, heritage architecture and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083931/28fb7bb5-e337-444a-af07-b1a9b9646635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Donnington Castle Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Donnington-Castle-Newbury.d6083931.Attraction) ![West Berkshire Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084017/a1b181b1-c2a3-4d3a-93e7-3b30b0116f36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Berkshire Museum Delve into the history of Newbury and West Berkshire at this delightful regional museum that focuses on the surrounding landscape and the lives of local people. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Berkshire-Museum-Newbury.d6084017.Attraction) ![Shaw House showing a house and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263751/158c2a95-5fe9-48b2-85d9-7ab5f172c407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shaw House After a tumultuous history and a massive restoration project, this Elizabethan manor is now a center for events and conferences. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shaw-House-Newbury.d6263751.Attraction) #### Newbury Racecourse Enjoy a trip to Newbury Racecourse and popular activities such as golfing in Greenham. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newbury-Racecourse-Newbury.d6198531.Attraction) #### Watermill Theatre Get tickets for a show at Watermill Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Speen. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Watermill-Theatre-Newbury.d6263749.Attraction) #### Newbury Town Hall After visiting Newbury Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newbury. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newbury-Town-Hall-Newbury.d6083963.Attraction) #### Donnington Grove Country Club Enjoy a round of golf in Newbury at Donnington Grove Country Club. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Highclere ![Newbury which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5644/73f5dcdc-59f0-43a6-86fc-924010facb00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newbury ![Heavy Load](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5644/15b8a0b9-d866-40c6-b3e6-2e52ca9fd914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Clive Warneford](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/18139) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Newtown ![Whitchurch on Thames village in Great Britain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6262601/36b79c87-51e7-4974-9900-87139a94aa73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Whitchurch ![Pastures, Enborne Fields alongside Avery's Pightle with a view towards Wash Common.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000011552/07e725f5-c695-425c-9d8e-b279cd5440f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Andrew Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2562) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Enborne ![Ladle Hill Barrow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000387928/cf200e0b-5774-4988-b984-8e99368f63e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [ian freeman](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2750268?with_photo_id=25858253) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Old Burghclere ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highclere worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Highclere? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Highclere? ### Is three days enough to stay in Highclere? ### Is Highclere a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Highclere with kids? > - [West Berkshire,UK: The Living Rainforest Centre Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-berkshire-uk-the-living-rainforest-centre-entry-ticket.a50426570.activity-details) > - [Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bombay-sapphire-distillery-tour-and-cocktail-ticket.a2559395.activity-details) ### What to do in Highclere for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Highclere? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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