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Guided walk: the archaeology of Dyrham Park

Join expert archaeology volunteer guides on a walk to find out what lies beneath the 270-acre site with an overview of the history of the area plus some highlights of finds uncovered over the years.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

The walk will go into areas not normally open to the public. It will start at visitor reception and go through the parkland and finish down by the house and garden. The walks are free of charge but booking is essential to avoid disappointment as numbers are limited.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

The event is aimed at adults but open to all.

Meeting point

Please meet at Visitor Reception by the car park.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the great outdoors with sturdy footwear as the walk is steep and uneven in places.

Accessibility

The walk is steep and uneven in places. It is not wheelchair accessible. Please note the volunteer guides will be available to talk about archaeology at Dyrham on the same afternoons as the guided walks in the house which has level access.

Upcoming events

Event

Guided parkland walks 

An expert volunteer guide will lead you around the 270 acres of parkland to learn more about the site's history, archaeology, management and significance. At 10.30am and 1.30pm on selected days.

Event summary

on
2 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 50 other dates or times
Event

Guided garden walks 

Want to find out more about Dyrham's garden? Why not join one of our expert volunteer guides on a tour?

Event summary

on
2 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 11 other dates or times
Event

Hidden water walk 

Join a guide for a special tour to find out about the natural springs and hidden water chambers in the hillside to the mysterious underground well and stone structure by the lake to track the 'curious water works' of Dyrham Park.

Event summary

on
3 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
13:00 to 14:15
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Nature tots at Old Lodge 

The popular session for pre-schoolers is back in March 2025 with nature activities each Tuesday morning in term time until mid October.

Event summary

on
8 Jul to 21 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 11:45
+ 8 other dates or times