Name: Dyrham Park
Rating: 5.0

Dyrham Park

Dyrham, Chippenham, UK

1-99 Years

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Dyrham Park was created in the 17th century by William Blathwayt. It is an early example of how a fortune made from empire was invested in a landed estate, transforming Dyrham into one of the most notable stately homes of its age. The 270-acre (110 hectare) ancient steep and sloping parkland is full of magnificent trees and breathtaking views and space for young explorers to run free, be in nature and tick off challenges on their 50 things list.

Splendid borders, idyllic ponds and a wildflower orchard are all features of the stunning garden which is being sensitively developed as a 21st-century garden with echoes of the past. Visitors can get a flavour of the life of William Blathwayt in the late 1600s by stepping into the impressive baroque mansion house with its collection of fine art and Dutch Delftware. His years as a diplomat in Europe, and his several colonial and administrative positions in government, helped to hone – and indulge – his increasingly refined taste.

Price starts from £23.10 for Adults(18+) and £11.60 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £57.80 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

House: A fine example of baroque architecture, the house was created by colonial administrator William Blathwayt in the late 17th century.
Parkland: The 270-acre ancient rolling parkland is home to a vast array of trees and has far-reaching views.
Garden: Formal borders, idyllic ponds, a wildflower orchard and wooded terraces are all features of the varied garden.
Eating: Indoor tea-room open daily decorated in Delft-themed blue and white. Refreshment kiosks open on busy days. Café and ice cream kiosk at Old Lodge in parkland (weekends only in winter).
Shopping: Shop with a range of cards, gifts souvenirs, foods and plants. Second-hand bookshop.
Exhibition: Exhibition space in reimagined rooms previously never opened to the public. Open each day subject to volunteer numbers.
Play area: Newly revamped play area in the parkland at Old Lodge including a café, ice cream kiosk and toilets.
Deer herd: A herd of fallow deer roaming free in the 270 acres of ancient parkland.
Things to see and do in the house at Dyrham Park: Following massive re-roofing work, we've now completed vital conservation and decorative work as part of a big project to re-present the house to create a more authentic, meaningful experience for visitors. New interpretation and visitor information to bring the stories of the house to life has been installed and Dyrham Park is sparkling with 17th-century life once more.
Things to do in the garden and parkland at Dyrham Park: Nestled between the house and neighbouring St Peter's Church is the West Garden with magnificent borders and lawns, a perry orchard, and winding paths around picturesque ponds filled with wildlife and surrounded by plants and trees. An ambitious project to create a vibrant, 17th-century inspired garden is well under way at Dyrham Park.
Family-friendly things to do at Dyrham Park: There’s plenty for families to enjoy at Dyrham Park. Old Lodge parkland play area is fully open after a major revamp with a café and ice cream kiosk. There are seasonal events all year round and you can also get involved with a range of ‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’ challenges.
Hidden treasures at Dyrham Park: We’re one of the places featured in series three of BBC Two’s Hidden Treasures of the National Trust. The show goes behind the scenes to hear from the experts who look after treasured objects, including Dyrham Park's significant and newly conserved painting of the port of Bridgetown, Barbados, in episode three.

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Parking: Pay and display car parking £2 two hours, £4 all day. Free parking for National Trust members with a valid membership card - please scan your card at the ticket machine for your free ticket. Last entry 1 hour before closing. Car park closes 5.30pm in the summer, 4.30pm from the end of October until mid February. Ticket checking will be outside visitor reception. Please park in the car park and make your way to visitor reception near the entrance to the car park.
Food & Drinks: Located at Old Lodge in the parkland. Open daily March to October, weekends in term time November to February.

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Adult (18+): £23.10 with Gift Aid & £21.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17 years, under 5s free): £11.60 with Gift Aid & £10.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £57.80 with Gift Aid & £52.50 without Gift Aid.
Family with one adult: £34.70 with Gift Aid & £31.50 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/bath-bristol/dyrham-park#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Parkland: 10:00 - 16:00
Garden: 10:00 - 16:00
House: 11:30 - 15:00
Tea-room: 10:30 - 15:30
Shop: 10:30 - 16:00
Second-hand bookshop: 10:00 - 15:30
Basement: 10:00 - 15:30
Car park: 10:00 - 16:30

Address: Dyrham, Chippenham, UK

Post Code: SN14 8HY

Council: South Gloucestershir

County: Gloucestershire

By road: Located 8 miles north of Bath on A46 and 12 miles east of Bristol on the M4 (2 miles south of M4 junction 18, Tormarton interchange).
On foot: The Cotswold Way links Dyrham Park to Bath and various locations in Gloucestershire.
By train: Bath Spa train station is 8 miles away, Yate is 7 miles away and Bristol Parkway is 12 miles away. It takes about 15-20 minutes to reach Dyrham Park by taxi from these stations. Please note, there are currently no direct public transport links to Dyrham Park from Bath or Bristol.
By bus: There are no buses which run direct to Dyrham Park.
Cycling: Accessible by bike, via the Avon and Wiltshire cycleways, with good links to Bristol and Bath. The main entrance is on the A46 which is a fast and potentially dangerous road. Bicycles can be locked to railings in the car park (at your own risk). Cyclists may enter the hub of the site more safely from the lane leading from Sand's Hill where there are bike racks. Entry payment can then be made in the shop. Please note that bikes cannot be taken into the park or garden.
Parking: Pay and display car parking £2 two hours, £4 all day. Free parking for National Trust members with a valid membership card - please scan your card at the ticket machine for your free ticket. Last entry 1 hour before closing. Car park closes 5.30pm in the summer, 4.30pm from the end of October until mid February. Ticket checking will be outside visitor reception. Please park in the car park and make your way to visitor reception near the entrance to the car park.