Getting to Waterperry
Your journey to the festival
Waterperry Opera Festival takes place in the beautiful grounds of Waterperry House and Gardens, just outside Oxford.
Whether you’re travelling by car, train, or taxi, you’ll find everything you need here to plan your journey with ease.
Address:
Waterperry House, Waterperry, Oxfordshire, OX33 1LA
Our Festival Map
To view and locate all of our festival venues, please see the festival map linked below.
By Car
Waterperry Gardens is located just 7.5 miles east of Oxford and easily accessible from the M40.
From the M40 northbound, exit at Junction 8a and follow the brown signs for “Waterperry Gardens.”
From the M40 southbound, exit at Junction 8 and follow the brown signs.
For SatNav users, please enter OX33 1LA.
You’ll be guided by our friendly team of festival stewards, who will direct you to the appropriate parking area on arrival.
Parking at the Festival
Parking at Waterperry Opera Festival is free of charge for all ticket holders. Please follow the on-site signage and steward directions when you arrive at the estate.
Here’s how parking works across the site:
Disabled / Accessible Parking:
Patrons with accessibility requirements should park in the designated accessible bays located in the main Gardens car park, straight ahead when you enter the estate gates.
These spaces are closest to the Festival Box Office and formal gardens.
General Parking (Opera Ticket Holders):
All other patrons should turn immediately right upon entering the estate and follow the signs for Opera Parking.
This area provides easy access to the Box Office Tent (by the Picnic Lawn) and is a short walk from all main performance venues.
Dining Pavilion Parking:
Patrons with bookings in the Dining Pavilion should turn right and then continue along the drive, following it all the way around to the top, where you will find reserved Pavilion parking.
Please refer to the Festival Map for assistance.
Our stewarding team will be on hand throughout the day to guide you safely and efficiently.
By Train
The nearest train station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway, which has regular services from London Marylebone (approx. 40 minutes) and Oxford (approx. 25 minutes).
From the station, Waterperry Gardens is around a 15–20 minute taxi journey.
We recommend booking a taxi in advance, especially for evening performances.
Local Taxi Services:
Cabco Haddenham: 01844 299444
Wheatley Cars: 01865 874 444
ABC Taxis Oxford: 01865 242 424
By Coach or Group Visit
If you are planning to arrive by coach or as part of a group visit, please contact us in advance so that we can arrange suitable parking and arrival times.
Email: info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Accessibility Information
Accessible parking is available close to the main entrance, and step-free routes lead to all major venues.
If you require assistance or have specific access needs, please contact our team at boxoffice@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk.
You can find detailed accessibility guidance for each venue on our Accessibility page.