Ponsonby Women Tour
Sunday 16th August 2026
10:30am-11:45am
Stansted Park, North Entrance (PO9 6DX)
Join us for a special tour, focusing on the fascinating stories of the Ponsonby women.
From Henrietta Ponsonby, Countess of Bessborough's politicial campaigning in the eighteenth century to Lady Moyra Ponsonby's experiences as a nurse during the Second World War, this tour of the beautiful State Rooms of Stansted House will explore the lives of the women whose portraits and photographs decorate the property today.
During the tour, you will also have the opportunity to see items from the collection that are not usually on display during our public opening.
Ticket Prices
Tour Ticket- £15
FOSP Tour Ticket- £12.50
Parking
Mansion Car Park, PO9 6DX
FAQ
Q: Can I buy a ticket on the door?
A: Tickets must be prebooked for this event. You will not be able to access the House without a prebooked ticket.
Q: Can I take photographs inside the House?
A: Photographs without the use of flash may be taken inside of Stansted House. Tripods are not allowed inside the House. Please note that drones are not allowed anywhere on the Estate without prior permission from the Stansted Park Foundation.
Accessibility
Step-free access is available for this guided tour. Please note that the lift may not be able to accommodate some motorised wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Please contact us on visitors@stanstedpark.co.uk or on 02392 412265 (opt 5) if you would like to discuss accessibility for this event further.