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Bowood House and Gardens
Type: Historic House/Palace
Home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne, this 18thC house was designed by Robert Adam. On display in the exhibition rooms upstairs is a remarkable collection of family heirlooms built up over 250 years. These include Victoriana, Indiana, silver, porcelain and paintings. This Wiltshire stately home stands in one of 'Capability' Brown's most beautiful parks with lake, terraces, waterfall and Doric temple. Adventure playground for children 12 and under and indoor soft play palace. Separate 50-acre rhododendron gardens open for 6 weeks during May and June.
Opening Times
House & Gardens 19 Mar 2008 - 4 Nov 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 11:00 - 17:30 |
* Check with Bowood website for additional opening information and exact dates for Rhododendrons
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| House and grounds Family | £23.20 per ticket |
| House and grounds | £8.00 per ticket |
| House and grounds | £6.70 per ticket |
| House and grounds Age 5-15 | £5.20 per ticket |
| Rhodeodendron Walks | £4.95 per ticket |
| Rhododendron walks Concession | £4.45 per ticket |
| House and grounds Age 2 - 4 | £4.00 per ticket |
| Rhododendron Walk Ag | free |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A4. Between Chippenham and Calne turn into village of Derry Hill.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Chippenham station. Need bus or taxi.
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