Prior Park Landscape Garden

Beautiful and intimate 18th-century landscape garden in Bath

More about this place

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

Prior Park to undergo £2.2 million restoration  

This upcoming project is about safeguarding the future of the lakes at Georgian dams.

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Things to see and do 

Visiting this season

A footpath through wild garlic

Things to enjoy in spring at Prior Park  

Spring in the garden is full of life and nature. The snowdrops give way to swathes of daffodils and soon there will be wild garlic to pick.

A guided walk around Prior Park

Guided tours 

Find out more about upcoming walks led by our gardeners and expert garden guides.

Our reception team are there to offer a warm welcome

FAQs 

Can I bring my dog? Where can I park? Is there a way to get to the Skyline from the garden? We've put together all the information you might need to help you plan your visit.

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Our work

The dams project

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

Prior Park to undergo £2.2 million restoration  

This upcoming project is about safeguarding the future of the lakes at Georgian dams.

The middle lake is currently standing empty, as we plan the restoration project

Prior Park dams appeal 

Find out more about the appeal, and donate towards the restoration.

Celebrating 25 years of caring for Prior Park

The Palladian Bridge needed a lot of TLC

25 years of garden restoration 

Back in 1993 the National Trust started caring for Prior Park. Since then extensive restoration work has taken place, with the journey continuing to this day and into the future. Read more about how Prior Park has been transformed over the last 25 years.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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Garden tours

Tue 22 May 2018
11:30-13:00
Wander through historic Prior Park on this free and informative guided tour.

Wildlife walks

Sun 03 Jun 2018
09:00-11:00
A special opportunity to see the garden in the early morning tranquility on this series of walks, exploring nature through the season.

Father's day barbeque

Sun 17 Jun 2018
12:00-14:00
It wouldn't be father's day without a barbeque at Prior Park. If you're planning a visit, why not pop down for a tasty lunch and some family games by the bridge.

Foraged fictions

Fri 06 Jul 2018
19:00-20:15
A promenade collection of stories inspired by the Prior Park landscape

Summer holiday snail trail

Sat 21 Jul 2018
10:00-16:30
Have Prior Park as your playground this summer.

Heritage Open Day

Sat 08 Sep 2018
10:00-16:30
We're offering free entry to the garden to celebrate Heritage Open Day.
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Eating and shopping

The Tea garden at Prior Park

The Tea Shed  

The Tea Shed is open daily from 11am until 4pm. You can listen to birdsong and look over the lakes as you enjoy your coffee and cake.

The plant shop at Prior Park reception

Shopping at Prior Park 

Our retail area offers a selection of items along the theme of gardens and the outdoors.

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History

The original summerhouse and gardeners at Prior Park

Brief histories of the features of the garden  

Discover the tucked away features in the garden, and explore 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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Wildlife

Wildlife to look out for this season

Kingfisher with her catch

The kingfisher at Prior Park 

Why not dig out your binoculars, pack your cameras and take a stroll down to the lakes by the bridge, where the Kingfisher has returned to Prior Park.

It's the season for nest building

Spring wildlife in the garden 

What wildlife will you spot, or hear on a walk through the garden this spring?

Easter at Prior Park

Top tips for spotting wildlife 

These top wildlife spotting tips will help you get the most out of your visit to the garden.

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Get involved

Garden volunteers repairing paths

Volunteering at Prior Park 

There is a wealth of volunteering opportunities at Prior Park, why not come and join our team?

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