Bowood House and Gardens

Address:
Bowood Estate
Calne
Wiltshire
SN11 0LZ

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Telephone: 01249 812102
Nearest Station: Chippenham

Bowood is the magnificent family home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne. It offers a stunning stately home, “Capability” Brown designed parklands and an amazing Adventure Playground making it ideal for a family day out. The parkland provides ample space for games and picnics, the perfect location for children to burn off their endless energy.

Begun c1720, the House was purchased by the 2nd Earl of Shelbourne in 1754 and completed soon afterwards. Interesting rooms include Robert Adam's Library, the Laboratory where Dr. Joseph Priestley discovered oxygen in 1774, and the Chapel that is still used for family services.

Families love the amazing Adventure Playground, one of the most exciting playgrounds in Wiltshire. Bowood boasts a life-size pirate ship, high level rope walks, giant slides and famous Space Dive. There is an indoor Soft Play Palace for younger children and birthday party packages are available.

Opening Times

Bowood House 11am - 5.30pm during the season
Bowood Grounds 11am - 6.00pm during the season
Temple Gate Coffee Shop - 10.30am to 6.00 pm last order for food at 5.00pm during the season

Prices

Adults (13 years and above) £10.00
Senior Citizens (60 years and over) £8.50
Juniors 5-12 years £8.00
Children 2-4 years £5.25
Family (4 people, max 2 adults) £30.00

All visitors with disabilities and their carers/assistants are charged at half the normal admission rate.
Students are charged at our normal group rates.
Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.