What's on at Stourhead
Contemporary Art Exhibition - The works of Anouk Mercier
Come along on 1 September for a first glimpse and to discover the title of the artwork that Anouk has created, inspired by her time at Stourhead. Throughout the exhibition the artwork will be on display inside the Temple of Flora which will be...
Tue 16 Oct 2018
+ 40 other dates
10:30-16:00
Genius Story introduction walks
Join one of Stourhead's volunteers on a guided introduction to the new Genius story at Stourhead. Discover more about the Hoare family who created this special place on a walk through the garden that was described as 'a living work of art'.
Tue 16 Oct 2018
+ 15 other dates
11:00-12:00
+ other times
Genius of the place: foundations
A visit to the house brings to life the Hoare family's 'golden path' to success and its influence on Stourhead. The showrooms and basement interactive area illuminate key parts of their story including: the role of the family bank, building a...
Tue 16 Oct 2018
+ 26 other dates
11:00-16:30
Stourhead Farm Shop Apple Day
Come and taste our apple chutneys, delicious apple cakes, local farmhouse ciders, and of course our celebrated pork apple and scrumpy sausages.
Sat 20 Oct 2018
11:00-16:00
The Gift of Stourhead
Join us this Christmas to enjoy the 'Gift of Stourhead'. Christmas is a time for families to get together and enjoy traditions old and new, and the house will be opening its doors once again to the beautifully decorated showrooms. Beyond the...
Sat 24 Nov 2018
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09:00-16:00
Santa's Grand Tour
Father Christmas has been very busy throughout the year, and treated himself to a grand tour of Europe, visiting places recommended to him by Henry the Magnificent. Can you find all the postcards that he has sent to Stourhead sharing his travels...
Sat 24 Nov 2018
+ 29 other dates
11:00-15:30
Meet Father Christmas
There's a magical story from the jolly man in red and presents for all the children in his grotto. Families can enjoy the Gift of Stourhead together with lots to see and do to help you enjoy your day.
Sat 01 Dec 2018
+ 7 other dates
10:30-15:00
Winter warmer weekends in the house
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.
Sat 05 Jan 2019
+ 22 other dates
11:00-15:00
Behind Closed Doors tours
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.
Mon 07 Jan 2019
+ 44 other dates
11:00-15:00
Meet the makers of Stourhead
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.
Sat 16 Mar 2019
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09:00-18:00
Cadburys Easter hunt: Grand Habitats
This Easter the animals of Stourhead have been inspired by Palladian architecture. Judge for yourself who has made the most fashionable habitat out of natural materials to enjoy a chocolatey prize at the end.
Sat 13 Apr 2019
+ 9 other dates
10:00-15:00
Sam Smith: our contemporary artist 2019
Video artist Sam Smith will unveil two new site-specific works, which will explore the symbiotic relationship between Stourhead's natural landscape and those who have cared for it over the past 300 years.
Sat 27 Apr 2019
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09:00-18:00
Floralia: a celebration of Spring
As flowers in the garden begin to bloom, we celebrate Flora, Roman goddess of spring and the new life that she brings each year. With rhododendrons, azaleas and magnolias all in magnificent bloom the garden won't disappoint.
Wed 01 May 2019
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09:00-18:00