What is this? The triangular tower is hollow but there is a spiral staircase that allows you to climb 250 steps to the very top . The viewpoint provides spectacular views over three counties on a sunny day. Those are Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset!
How long is the Stourhead walk?
Discover this 5.50 mile , loop trail near Warminster, Wiltshire.
What was King Alfreds tower used for?
Built in 1769, King Alfred’s Tower was meant to commemorate the end of the Seven Years’ War and honor King George III . King Alfred’s Tower was designed by Henry Flitcroft in 1765.
When was King Alfred’s Tower built?
1769Do you have to pay to walk around Stourhead?
Beautiful walk around the gardens. The follies and planting our very old and well positioned,with great focal points and photo points.
Can I take my dog to Stourhead?
Dogs are welcome across Stourhead’s garden and countryside areas all year round . Please help us by keeping your dog on a short lead and picking up after it. In addition to the garden and estate, dogs are also welcome in the shop, visitor reception, the top courtyard and the Spread Eagle courtyard.
Is Stourhead worth visiting?
Stourhead is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year . Unfortunately at the moment although it says the house is open it really isn’t. There is the entrance hall and another room but you can go no further. If you are disabled the main toilets at the entrance are closed.
Can you stay at Stourhead?
Book a stay at 89 Church Lawn , and you and your party can enjoy free entry to Stourhead House and a walk around the world-famous garden.
Who owns Stourhead?
Stourhead has been part-owned by the National Trust since 1946.
How much does Stourhead cost?
| Gift Aid Standard | Adult £19.80 £18.00 | Child £9.90 £9.00 | Family £49.50 £45.00 | Family one adult £29.70 £27.00 |
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Is Stourhead open all year round?
Dogs: are welcome in the garden and on the wider estate during daytime opening all year round . Dogs must always be kept on short leads. If visiting for an event, please check that events FAQs. Balls, bikes, frisbees, skateboards and scooters: aren’t allowed in the garden, so please leave these at home.
Where is Stourhead Christmas?
The event held at the National Trust owned estate in Mere, near Warminster , under an hours drive from Salisbury and 90 mins from Swindon returns with over a million lights, lasers and seasonal sounds.
Is Stourhead in Pride and Prejudice?
Stourhead Landscape Garden, Wiltshire
The 2005 production of Pride and Prejudice features the 18th-century landscaped garden, Stourhead, and one of its enchanting temples . The Temple of Apollo, set above the tranquil lake, was used as the location for Mr Darcy’s first and futile proposal to Lizzie.
What is the temple at Stourhead called?
The Pantheon
It’s the largest garden building at Stourhead. ‘Pantheon’ means a temple sacred to all the gods. The temple is filled with statues of classical deities, including a marble Hercules created by Rysbrack.
Who designed garden at Stourhead?
The garden history
That’s how a magazine described Stourhead when it first opened its doors in the 1750s. This world-famous garden was designed by Henry Hoare II as a series of carefully constructed views, like scenes from a landscape painting.
Where can I holiday in Wiltshire?
- Salisbury.
- Tewkesbury.
- Castle Combe.
- Swindon.
- Chippenham.
- Marlborough.
- Winchcombe.
- Bradford on Avon.
Can you stay at a National Trust property?
Book a stay at one of these unique holiday cottages and enjoy exclusive access to special places. All of our cottages come with free access to National Trust properties during your stay , so you can explore as many gardens, grounds and buildings as you wish.
