Stourhead

Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden

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House, garden & dogs

The Picture Gallery at Stourhead, Wiltshire

The family home 

On a plateau of high ground Stourhead house was built and became home to generations of the Hoare family.

A young family looking out across a lake at Stourhead, in the winter

The winter garden at Stourhead 

Experience the garden in a new light and wonderful tranquillity this winter.

Explore the wonderful garden with your pet pooch

Walking your dog at Stourhead 

We have special doggy opening hours so make sure your pet pooch doesn't miss out on all the fun.

Children playing in daffodils in spring

Family fun at Stourhead 

We’ve got plenty to keep the kids, and whole family entertained on your next visit.

A painting of 'The Mill' attributed to Andrea Locatelli

The Genius of the Place 

‘Genius of the Place’ will take us back to the beginning, revealing the secrets of Stourhead’s design and the passion, taste and consideration used.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Winter warmer weekends in the house

Thu 21 Feb 2019
11:00-15:00
Come and warm up by the log fire in the Entrance Hall - there'll be board games for you to play, and our volunteers will be on hand to share Stourhead's history with you.

Behind Closed Doors tours

Thu 21 Feb 2019
11:00-15:00
A chance to see behind the normally closed doors of the house. Tours may cover four floors with many stairs, and will give you an insight into what goes on behind the scenes.

The Golden Path adventure lanyard

Sat 16 Mar 2019
09:00-17:00
This adventure pack is full of activities inspired by the banking heritage of the family who owned Stourhead for over 300 years.

Guided introductory walk

Sat 16 Mar 2019
11:00-12:30
Join this free walk to discover the genius of the place, and how one family has cared for and curated Stourhead for over 300 years, leaving a legacy that is enjoyed by thousands today.

Meet the makers of Stourhead

Sat 16 Mar 2019
11:00-16:00
Our 2019 programme explores the lives of the artists and craftspeople whose skills built the Stourhead we know today. Discover the builders, gardeners, furniture-makers and artists who left their mark on Stourhead.

Guided Estate Walk

Fri 29 Mar 2019
11:00-13:00
Pull on your walking boots and experience Stourhead's diverse countryside
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Eating and shopping

A display in the garden room of Stourhead's shop

Shop with us 

There's a shoppers paradise at Stourhead, have a browse and discover whats on offer.

A selection of cakes available at Stourhead

Places to eat at Stourhead 

Enjoy a range of restaurants and pubs when you visit.

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Our work

Our Work

Ian Cotton from Cliveden Conservation re-carves marble in the Grotto

Restoring the Grotto quote 

Thanks to funds donated we have been able to restore an Alexander Pope quote in the Grotto

First big delivery of woodchip for the new Stourhead biomass boiler

Iconic Stourhead House gets cutting edge heating system  

Stourhead House is cutting bills and carbon emissions with a cutting edge, greener biomass heating system.

The carpet being removed for restoration

Our Axminster carpet restoration 

The Axminster carpet from Stourhead's Saloon was restored and given the size of it, this was a big task.

A view of the Pantheon at Stourhead

Saving the Pantheon 

The Pantheon was recently in need of repair. Find out why this building is so important to the landscape and history of Stourhead, and why is must always be preserved.

The Library Lunette that was recently restored

Conserving the Library Lunette 

As soon as you walk into the Library, you can’t help but stare in wonder at this work of art.

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Groups

Group enjoying a tour of Stourhead

Bringing a crowd with you? 

Come as a group on a visit to Stourhead, you'll have lots to talk about on the way home.

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Get involved

A group of volunteers enjoying a cup of tea

Volunteering at Stourhead 

By joining the Stourhead team you’ll make a huge difference, playing your part for this living work of art.

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Places to stay

The holiday cottage sitting room

Enjoy the Wiltshire landscape a little longer 

Spend a few days in the beautiful countryside around National Trust house Stourhead. From romantic retreats to a cozy pub, we've got lots of options available.

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Venue hire

An garden picnic at sunset

Let us make your event extra special 

The grounds, house and other buildings at Stourhead provide the perfect setting for your special event.

A couple get married at the Temple of Apollo

Come and explore our wedding venues 

Make your day extra special and hold your wedding at Stourhead, we have some beautiful venues to choose from.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Stourhead on the National Trust Collections website

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