Viking is developing a new contemporary events pavilion at Highclere Castle, the residence of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon and an iconic filming location for Downton Abbey.
The Viking Pavilion at Highclere Castle has been designed to complement the castle's historic architecture while incorporating sustainable features such as solar panels and a heat exchange system. Inspired by the celebrated 18th-century landscapes of Lancelot “Capability” Brown, the surrounding gardens will feature winding pathways, carefully planted trees, soft flowerbeds, and intimate seating areas, creating a harmonious transition between heritage and modernity.
“We have proudly partnered with Highclere Castle for over a decade and are delighted to support this new project. Many of our guests were introduced to Highclere and Viking through Downton Abbey, and the castle will always hold a special place in our hearts,” said Karine Hagen, Viking’s Executive Vice President of Product. “Many of our travelers have enjoyed Privileged Access to Highclere, and this new pavilion will offer future visitors—including Viking travelers—a magnificent setting for enriching experiences, while also contributing to the preservation of this iconic site.”
The new pavilion will further enhance the visitor experience at Highclere and ensure the continued conservation of the estate. Viking guests will enjoy greater opportunities to explore the castle's rich history through Privileged Access experiences, including lectures and panel discussions led by Lady Carnarvon and other experts within the pavilion itself.
Viking's corporate sponsorship continues today as part of Viking's ongoing commitment to quality cultural programming. Since 2014, Viking has offered guests various ways to enjoy Privileged Access to Highclere Castle, with pre- and post-cruise land extensions including the highly rated Oxford & Highclere Castle and Great Homes, Gardens & Gin, available to travelers on select river and ocean cruises. In addition, the British Collections of Ancient Egypt land extension is available to guests on the popular Pharaohs & Pyramids Nile itinerary.
Lady Carnarvon has also welcomed viewers to Highclere Castle through the award-winning cultural enrichment channel Viking.TV. In her series At Home at Highclere, she offers virtual insider access to the historic residence and its gardens.
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