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Lydiard House & Park
Type: Historic House/Palace
Open all year round, Lydiard Park is the ancestral home of the Viscounts Bolingbroke. The Palladian house, beautiful church, walled garden and formal parkland are the stroking remains of a great country estate. Wander through the elegant state rooms of Lydiard House, containing original family furnishings, portraits and ornate plasterwork and see how the ornamental 18th century walled garden has been restored to its former glory. Enjoy the natural beauty of the tranquil lake, rolling lawns and woodlands before heading for some fun in the playground, next to the cafe. From mid-February, enjoy the stunning natural carpet of snowdrops in the woodlands and lawns surrounding Lydiard House. Inside the 18th century walled garden, the emerging spring bulbs create a riot of colour and beautiful scent with displays of delicate 17th century tulip varieties, hyacinths and crown imperials. Open 1st March-31st Oct Tues-Sun 11:00-17:00, 1st Nov-28th Feb Tues-Sun 11:00-16:00. The park is open daily dawn to dusk.
Opening Times
Lydiard House & Walled Garden 01/11/2011 - 28/02/2012
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed |
Lydiard House & Walled Garden 01/03/2012 - 31/10/2012
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
* The grounds of Lydiard Park are open every day from 7.30am to dusk - entry and parking is free.
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family (House & Walled Garden) | from £11.25 |
| Family (House Only) | from £8.75 |
| Adult (House & Walled Garden) | from £4.50 |
| Family (Walled Garden Only) | from £4.00 |
| Oap (House & Walled Garden) | from £4.00 |
| Adult (House Only) | from £3.50 |
| Oap (House Only) | from £3.00 |
| Child (House & Walled Garden) | from £2.25 |
| Adult (Walled Garden Only) | from £1.85 |
| Child (House Only) | from £1.75 |
| Oap (Walled Garden Only) | from £1.50 |
| Child (Walled Garden Only) | from £1.00 |
Road Directions
From Swindon centre follow signs to West Swindon and then brown signs to Lydiard Park.
Public Transport Directions
Buses run frequently from Fleming Way, 5 minutes walk from Swindon Railway Station, Thamesdown Transport No1 and 1A (make sure the bus destination says Middleleaze or Ramleaze). A short walk is required from the nearest bus stop.
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Facilities
- Gift Shop
Attraction Facilities
- Childrens Play Area
- Dogs on Lead Only
Venue Facilities
- Wedding Venue
Provider Preferences
- Haunted - Lydiard is one of Swindon's most famous haunted buildings. Sir John St.John has been said to appear to visitors in the house and grounds from decades past until recent times.
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
- Outdoor Attraction
- Village Location
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - There is wheelchair access to the House, Church and Visitor Centre.
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Personal tours for blind or partially sighted visitors by museum staff can be arranged by prior agreement and guide dogs are welcome in the house.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Story box audio guides are available in the Library, Dining Room, Drawing Room, State Bedroom and Lady Diana Spencer room.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Drop off point and parking is available in the courtyard of Lydiard House for disabled visitors. This is reached via the Lydiard Park driveway off Hay Lane / Tregoze Way, signposted Lydiard Park Conference Centre and St Mary’s Church.
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - An accessible toilet is situated at the Visitor Centre – from the House this is reached by a 250 metre semi-serviced drive, which is not accessible by vehicle. Please bring your RADAR key.
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe in grounds seating outside, open all year, daily
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 01:30
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 12 to take advantage of the dicounted group rate. Must be booked in advance.
- Special group rates - If booked in advance.
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities - Lydiard House Conference Centre www.chartridge.co.uk
- Dogs Accepted - In grounds
- Event venue
- Licenced for civil marriages - Lydiard House Conference Centre, contact 01793 770062 www.chartridge.co.uk
- Open all year
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
