Dyrham Park

Dyrham Park

Spectacular late 17th-century mansion, garden and deer park

Explore 270 acres (110 hectares) of ancient parkland, where a historic herd of fallow deer roams freely and magnificent trees and breathtaking views abound.

Inside the impressive mansion, built by hard-working civil servant William Blathwayt, discover fascinating interiors little changed in 300 years, as well as a rich collection that includes superb Dutch art and ceramics of the period.

Young explorers can run free in the Old Lodge picnic and play area, take part in a nature trail and tick off challenges on their 50 things list, including pond-dipping and bug-hunting.

Complete your visit with a relaxing stroll in the elegant West Garden with its splendid borders, idyllic ponds and wildflower orchard.

Activity suggestions:

  • Enjoy an autumn stroll around the parkland and see some of our fallow deer

  • Spot the pears growing on the stable wall and join us for our perry pear weekend

  • Visit the beautiful 17th-century mansion house, where our team is preparing for the roof project

  • Check out the Old Lodge natural play area and see our new nature table

  • Learn more about Mr Blathwayt's lost garden with a guided behind-the-scenes tour of the terraces

  • See how Dyrham Park and village was affected by the Great War with our Dyrham at War exhibition

Venue Category: 
Historic Buildings & Monuments
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Activities provided: 
Animal Encounters
Bird Watching
Environment
Exhibitions
Gardens
Guided Tour
Outdoor
Curriculum: 
Citizenship
Design
Geography / Geology
History
Physical Education
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
Suitability: 
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Early Years (2-4)
Residential?: 
No
Locality: 
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Venue Address: 
Dyrham Park
Dyrham
Gloucestershire
SN14 8ER
United Kingdom
Venue Contact Number: 
0117 937 2501

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