Parks & Arboreta
Stanton Saint Quintin
Near Chippenham
Wiltshire
England SN14 6DQ
Bath and Costwold Attractions & Days Out
Dyrham Park
This fine William and Mary house, set in 265 acres of ancient deer park, was built between 1691 and 1702 for William Blathwayt, William III's Secretary at state and at war. Rooms changed little since they were furnished by Blathwayt in the Dutch style, Delft China, Dutch Paintings, and fine 17th Century textiles.1840's domestic rooms open.
Opening Times:
Park - All year except 25th December, 12:00 noon to 5:30 pm (opens at 11:00 am on days when house is open)
House & Garden - 23rd March to 3rd November, Friday to Tuesday - 12:00 noon to 5:30 pm (gardens open at 11:00 am)
Last admission 3 / 4 hour before closing or dusk if earlier.
Stourhead Garden and House
This garden, with enchanting lakes and temples, rare trees and plants is one of the most famous examples of the early 18th century English landscape movement. Wander round the 100 acres delighting in the beauty and splendour of the garden. The house contains an outstanding library, magnificent picture gallery, fine furniture and works of art.Longleat
UK Family Attraction of the Year 2002 (Good Britain Guide). Discover lions, tigers, rhino and giraffes in the Safari Park, get lost in Longleat's Hedge Maze, see the treasures and heirlooms of Longleat House, voyage on the Safari Boats and much much more! Dogs welcome on lead in the grounds, not allowed in any of the attractions, kennelling available whilst you visit the safari park.
Opening Times:
All attractions open daily 27th March to 31st October
Safari Park 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (5:00 pm on weekends, bank holidays and school holidays)
House open Easter - September daily 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Rest of the year Guided Tours at set times 11:00 am to3:00 pm
House closed 25th December
Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt - The National Arboretum in Gloucestershire is renowned worldwide both for its tree and shrub collection and beautifully landscaped grounds. Today the collection contains around 18,000 numbered specimens covering some 600 acres of Grade 1 Listed Landscape.
In 2001 it was joined with its sister pinetum, Bedgebury in Kent, to form the National Arboreta. Originally created in a picturesque style by Robert Holford the arboretum is now managed by the Forestry Commission and is open for all to enjoy - a beautiful, relaxing and unique day out amongst some of the tallest, oldest and rarest trees and shrubs in the country. Westonbirt The National Arboretum is situated on the A433 approximately three miles from Tetbury.
It is sign posted both from Tetbury and Junction 18 on the M4 (look out for brown signs). From junction 18 follow the A46 towards Stroud. Turn onto A433 and follow brown signs.