What's on at Stourhead
Scones and Songs
Celebrate two great British traditions. We'll have sweet and savoury varieties all lovingly made by our team of bakers. Meet 'Chef', take home top tips and recipes, play the giant Scone & Spoon race, vote for your favourite and enter our...
Sun 24 Sep 2017
+ 6 other dates
09:00-17:00
Guided estate walks
Put on your walking boots and experience Stourhead's diverse countryside. You may see daffodils, bluebells and birds in Spring and orchids and butterflies in Summer. You'll walk through ancient woodlands, across historic parkland and over chalk...
Fri 29 Sep 2017
11:00-13:00
Autumn garden tours
Your guide will share Stourhead's history and the stories of the family who created this extraordinary place. With special autumn highlights as the trees take centre stage and transform the world-famous landscape garden.
Mon 02 Oct 2017
+ 29 other dates
11:00-12:00
+ other times
Gothic Cottage autumn warmers
Relax with a hot drink and log fire in the cosy lakeside cottage.
Sat 14 Oct 2017
+ 29 other dates
11:00-15:00
Apple Day
Taste over 20 varieties of Somerset orchard apples along with local ciders and speciality cheeses. All available to buy and take home.
Sat 21 Oct 2017
11:00-17:00
The Christmas House
Discover traditions old and new and be inspired with ideas for your own home as you wander through rooms transformed by decorations, flowers, lights and trees.
Sat 25 Nov 2017
+ 27 other dates
11:00-15:30
Winter hedge-laying
Ever wondered how traditional hedges are created and maintained? Here's a chance to find out with an introduction to the art (or science) of hedge laying.
Mon 27 Nov 2017
09:30-16:00
Meet Father Christmas
There's a magical story from the jolly man in red and presents for all the children in his grotto. There'll also be decoration making, games and dressing up.
Sat 02 Dec 2017
+ 5 other dates
11:00-14:00
Christmas Lunches
Get into the Christmas spirit with a scrumptious seasonal lunch.
Mon 04 Dec 2017
+ 18 other dates
12:00-15:00
New Year's Day Walk
Join Kim, our Head Ranger and Alan, Garden & Estate Manager for a walk through the ancient woods and 18th century parkland. Discover how we look after this historic estate and finish with warming mulled wine and mince pies.
Mon 01 Jan 2018
11:00-13:00
Stourhead House Behind Closed Doors tours
Rare chances for a guided tour exploring our conservation work and behind the scenes areas of the house.
Mon 08 Jan 2018
+ 29 other dates
11:00-15:00