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Get inspiration for your summer garden in this world-famous example
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Even in wet weather, there is still plenty for you to do
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Get active with the family in the 18th-century landscape garden
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Pack a hamper and enjoy a picnic in the beautiful landscape garden
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Stourhead House will be open seven days a week during summer
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There are lots of places for you to explore
Palladian mansion and world-famous landscape garden
Uncover the fascinating history of the Hoare family at Stourhead house, a majestic Palladian mansion home to a unique Regency library and fabulous collections of Chippendale furniture and paintings, set amid delightful lawns and parkland.
Stourhead is at the heart of a 1,072-hectare (2,650-acre) estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for nature conservation.
For up to date news please visit our Stourhead blog.
Don't miss
- Have fresh air fun with a walk in the woods
- Climb 205 steps to the top of King Alfred's Tower
- Get closer to nature with our family Tracker Packs
- Discover secrets of the garden on a free tour
- Pack a picnic and find a place to relax
- Experience an Italian adventure at Stourhead House
Family fun in August
Get active with the family and find the best places to picnic and play
© Stourhead/Tamsin Holmes
Join us every Friday this August for family fun at King Alfred's Tower.
Enjoy a range of activities from story-telling, crafts, circus skills workshops and giant game competitions. Or discover Stourhead's dormice on guided walks with our ranger, every Friday in August from 10am. See if you're lucky enough to spot one.
These walks are £10 per adult and £5 per child. Book online or on 0844 249 1895.
Picnic and Fireworks
This special event is back by popular demand
© Stourhead/Tom Dyke
See Stourhead in a different light at our annual Picnic and Fireworks event this July.
Relax by the lake with a picnic, surrounded by all your family and friends, as the sun sets across the landscape garden. Then enjoy an impressive firework display and the temples illuminated.
- Saturday 21 July
- 7.30-10pm
- Tickets £12 per person
- Book online or call 0844 249 1895
Find out what's on this summer
Stourhead is bursting with ways for you to enjoy a whole day with family or friends.
Download your copy of our summer newsletter to find out more about activities from June to September.
Discover unique tree top tales and aerial acrobatics this summer
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Whispering Woodfolk come to visit
Stourhead's trees will be brought to life this summer by the Whispering Woodfolk and their enchanting aerial performances.
Enjoy a magical blend of storytelling, music and atmospheric illumination.
- Saturday 7 July
- Performances at 6pm and 8pm
- Tickets £12 adults, £6 children, £30 family
- To reserve yours, email or visit their website