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at Stourhead

Drawn to Trees: tree trail 

Uncover the stories and folklore of 17 remarkable trees in a new outdoor tree trail created in collaboration with artist Luke Adam Hawker.

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9 Nov to 31 Dec 2026
at 09:30 to 16:30+ 52 other dates or times

Wellbeing walks 

Make a connection on a free health and wellbeing walk.

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10 Nov 2026 to 30 Dec 2027
at 13:45 to 15:45+ 117 other dates or times

Christmas at Stourhead 

Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Stourhead returns for 2026!

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27 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 16:30 to 19:00+ 37 other dates or times

A Nutcracker Christmas at Stourhead: The Mouse King’s mischievous mice 

Nine mischievous mice have escaped into Stourhead's garden, each carrying a stolen treat from the Land of Sweets. Follow the trail, crack the secret code, and enjoy a magical Nutcracker-inspired family adventure this Christmas.

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28 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 09:30 to 15:00+ 36 other dates or times

A Nutcracker Christmas at Stourhead 

A festive Nutcracker adventure awaits at Stourhead, with enchanting rooms, sparkling trees and magical seasonal scenes bringing Clara's unforgettable journey to life.

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28 Nov to 23 Dec 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 25 other dates or times

Christmas Wreath Workshop 

Get into the Christmas spirit with a wreath making workshop at Stourhead.

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6 Dec 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Storytime with Father Christmas 

Join us for a magical storytime experience with Father Christmas in his cosy grotto, discover games in the festive Stableyard and crafting in the elves workshop.

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12 Dec to 23 Dec 2026
at 10:30 to 11:00+ 41 other dates or times

Behind Closed Doors tours 

A chance to see behind the normally closed doors of Stourhead house. Tours may cover four floors with many stairs and will give you an insight into what goes on behind the scenes.

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11 Jan to 5 Mar 2027
at 11:00 to 12:15+ 119 other dates or times

Watercolour pheasant workshop 

Take part in a relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop focused on creating your own watercolour pheasant.

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5 Feb 2027
at 10:30 to 15:30

Mud, glorious mud: February half term trail 

Dig into an underground adventure at Stourhead this February! Explore the garden, uncover amazing soil secrets, meet tiny creatures, and take on hands-on challenges. Don’t forget your wellies!

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13 Feb to 21 Feb 2027
at 09:30 to 15:00+ 8 other dates or times

Glass decoration workshop 

Discover glass fusing with Champagne Glass Studio. Create your own art, fired, framed, and ready in a week.

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20 Feb 2027
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Walks & Talks tours 

Discover the story of Stourhead and its landscape garden on daily guided tours.

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6 Mar to 31 Aug 2027
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 357 other dates or times

Into the Fire 

Step into the dramatic story of the 1902 Stourhead fire. A day that began in routine and ended in crisis, as servants, firefighters and local people fought to save a great house, its treasures and each other.

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6 Mar to 7 Nov 2027
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 246 other dates or times

Easter adventures at Stourhead 

Spring into action on the Easter trail.

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20 Mar to 11 Apr 2027
at 09:30 to 15:30+ 22 other dates or times

Wider estate walks: Park Hill Camp 

Stretch your legs on a guided walk around Stourhead's wider estate, visiting the historic Park Hill Camp.

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26 Mar to 30 Jul 2027
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

SOS Africa charity abseil 

SOS Africa are hosting a 160ft charity abseil fundraising event from Alfred’s Tower.

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17 Apr to 25 Apr 2027
at 09:00 to 17:00+ 3 other dates or times

Sketching workshop 

Be inspired by Stourhead in this introductory pen and ink sketching workshop.

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23 Apr 2027
at 10:30 to 12:30

Trust 10 

The Trust10 is a monthly, free 10k trail run that gives you the opportunity to take up a new challenge, get outdoors and explore Stourhead’s wider estate.

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25 Apr to 26 Sep 2027
at 08:30 to 11:30+ 5 other dates or times

Wider estate walks: Bonham Wood 

Take a around Stourhead's wider estate, visiting the beautiful Bonham Wood in bluebell season on the April walk. In October, Bonham Wood will be full of autumn colour to enjoy.

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30 Apr to 29 Oct 2027
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

Wider estate walks: Alfred's Tower 

Stretch your legs on a guided walk around Stourhead's wider estate, visiting the fascinating Alfred's Tower.

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28 May to 27 Aug 2027
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

Lino printing workshop 

Create your own vegetable themed lino cut in this 3 hour workshop with Gemma Lane from Green Fox workshops.

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4 Jun 2027
at 10:00 to 13:00

Wider estate walks: White Sheet Hill 

Embark on a guided walk up White Sheet Hill, for beautiful views, stunning butterflies and flowers, and fascinating archaeology in June. In September this walk will focus on the golden autumnal colours.

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25 Jun to 24 Sep 2027
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

Colouring pencil workshop 

Take inspiration from seasonal produce in this introductory colour sketching workshop.

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1 Oct 2027
at 10:30 to 15:30