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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 01/03/2012 - 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 |
Lydiard House & Walled Garden 01/11/2012 - 28/02/2013
| 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 |
* 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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