Prior Park Landscape Garden

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, Prior Park is open weekends only for local visitors to access for walks. You must book in advance. If you do not book we cannot guarantee admission. There is no parking facility at this property.

Beautiful and intimate 18th-century landscape garden in Bath - undergoing a major restoration on its historic dams

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A family enjoying the outdoors in autumn or winter

Visiting information for this winter 

In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.

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Prior Park Landscape Garden

Things to see and do

Please book ahead before visiting 

The garden at Prior Park Landscape Garden is open. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment you need to book in advance.

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Timed entry to Prior Park Landscape Garden (16 Jan - 17 Jan)

Sun 17 Jan 2021
10:00-15:00
Book your timed entry to visit Prior Park Landscape Garden. Please note: There is no car park and no accessible parking provision at this location.

Timed entry to Prior Park Landscape Garden (23 Jan - 24 Jan)

Sat 23 Jan 2021
10:00-15:00
Book your timed entry to visit Prior Park Landscape Garden. Please note: There is no car park and no accessible parking provision at this location.
Palladian bridge and lakes during Dams Project 2020

Things to see in winter 

Winter in the garden opens up a new world of life and variety. Find out why it's worth coming to Prior Park in this special season.

Our reception team are there to offer a warm welcome

Frequently asked questions 

Can I bring my dog? where can I park? We've put together all the information you might need when planning a visit.

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Prior Park Landscape Garden

Our work

At the end of the project we will be able to refill the lakes and restore the reflections

What is the dams project?  

Things are different at Prior Park as the garden undergoes an exciting, yet crucial, restoration project on its 18th-century dams - find out more here.

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Prior Park Landscape Garden

History

The original summerhouse and gardeners at Prior Park

Brief histories of the features of the garden  

Learn more about the different features in the garden, including the Palladian Bridge, summerhouse and grotto, and uncover their histories.

Ralph Allen and Capability Brown

Ralph Allen and Capability Brown 

Two men had a huge influence on Prior Park, whose legacies continue today.

Prior Park Palladian bridge in 1946

A timeline of the development of the garden 

View an interactive timeline documenting the history of the garden

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