Stourhead - Stourton

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ADDRESS: Stourhead
Mere
Stourton
Hampshire
POSTCODE: BA12 6QD
AGE GROUP: All Ages
TELEPHONE: 01747 841152
WEBSITE: CLICK HERE
Stourhead - Stourton
The jewel in the Stourhead crown has to be the world-famous 18th-century landscape garden. A magnificent lake shimmering with reflections of classical temples, mystical grottoes and rare and exotic trees. Secrets of the Hoare family history are revealed at Stourhead House (orginally the family holiday home!) with the chance to discover the unique Regency library, collections of Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings, all set amid 'picnic perfect' lawns and parkland. The lake and house are at the heart of a 1,072-hectare (2,650-acre) estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for people and wildlife to enjoy. Note: Read up on the latest news from the garden, in our garden blog.

Don't miss
  • Step back in time with our Richard Colt Hoare exhibition.
  • Climb 205 steps to the top of King Alfred's Tower.
  • Families can become nature detectives with our Tracker Packs.

Making the most of your day
Many exciting events, from climbing trees and guided walks to behind-the-scenes glimpses and fresh-air workouts. Dogs: welcome to the landscape garden between November and February, on short fixed leads

Opening times
Garden
Open all year 9 - 6 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
House
19 Feb--6 Mar* 11 - 3 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
12 Mar - 19 Jul 11 11 - 5 Mo Tu Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
22 Jul - 6 Sep 11 11 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
9 Sep - 11 Oct 11 11 - 5 Mo Tu Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
14 Oct - 6 Nov 11 11 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
2 Dec--18 Dec** 11 - 3 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
King Alfred's Tower
12 Mar - 30 Oct 11 11 - 5 Mo Tu Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Fr Sa Su
Restaurant and shop
2 Jan - 31 Dec 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
Farm shop
Open all year 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
KEY: Dark blue=open
Garden and tower close dusk if earlier. Garden, house, tower, shop and restaurant closed 25 December. *Special opening of some areas of the house with chance to see and take part in conservation. **House will be decorated for Christmas. Restaurant, shop and farm shop hours vary according to season. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.