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Lydiard House & Park

Contact Info

Lydiard House & ParkLydiard Tregoze
Swindon
WILTSHIRE
SN5 3PA Tel: +44 01793 770401
Fax: +44 01793 770968
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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 and RedPlanentBikes2Go cycle hire. 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 House & Park will be closed from 6th-11th May. The park is open daily dawn to dusk.

Opening Times

Lydiard House & Walled Garden 1 Mar 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

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
Bank Holiday	- Closed

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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Attraction Facilities

Childrens Play Area
Dogs on Lead Only

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

Accept Children Over 3
Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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 the Disabled
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
On Bus Route
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.