Stourton Travel Guide

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Panorama of Stourhead lake from Temple of Apollo.
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Panorama of Stourhead lake from Temple of Apollo.
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#lksawaydays 2/2020. 12th of January is someone's birthday....Happy 125th Birthday to the National Trust 🎂 to celebrate we decided to visit one of their sites. After living in the South West for the last 18 years we realised we had never visited Stourhead! Perfect! only 22 miles away too. We arrived at a quiet car park at approx 09:30am and duly paid the £4 daily charge. Stourhead House itself was closed for the winter and opens again in March, but the large garden and grounds are open all year round, If you are not a National Trust member then it will cost you £11.60 per adult. Stourhead House was built between 1721-1724 by the renowned Scottish architect Colen Campbell with the gardens following shortly after in 1741, the path you follow around the Garden mimics the journey of the Trojan hero Aeneas and his descent to the underworld. The large garden has many sculptures and buildings of which many stay with the Greek theme from the Grotto to the Temple of Apollo to the Pantheon as well as other 'themed' buildings such as the Gothic Cottage and the Temple of Flora. Along the paths you will see other paths/tracks leading off in other directions if you follow these you will see the Obelisk, St Peters Pump or slightly further afield King Alfreds Towers. After a good couple of hours of stretching the legs you can finish off in the Spread Eagle for a pint!
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Stourhead Gardens in Autumn Colour
Apex City of Bath Hotel

Apex City of Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
1 James Street West Bath England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,935 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿2,935
฿3,522 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,763 reviews)
Good central location Bar area needs a total rethink and revamp Some new staff require more support and training

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Apex City of Bath Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Bath City

Hampton by Hilton Bath City

4 out of 5
Avon Street Bath England
The price is ฿2,935 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,935
฿3,522 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bath. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,133 reviews)
A1*+

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Bath City
The Z Hotel Bath

The Z Hotel Bath

3 out of 5
7 Saw Close Bath England
The price is ฿1,726 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿1,726
฿2,281 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Thermae Bath Spa and Ustinov Theatre are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (537 reviews)
Extremely convenient, right in the centre, but the family room was as small as you'll ever find; and with Bath being busy the weekend we were there, it wasn't particularly good value for money either. Not the hotel's fault...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

The Z Hotel Bath
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Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments

Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments

4 out of 5
4-5 Westgate Buildings Bath England
Stay at this apartment in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (348 reviews)
Great location and clean

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments
WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

2.5 out of 5
Featherbed Ln Bristol England
Stay at this residence in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Chew Valley and Stanton Drew Stone Circle are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
perfect for my friend

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms
St Catherine's Hospital - Bath

St Catherine's Hospital - Bath

4.5 out of 5
Bilbury Ln Bath England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and meeting facilities. Popular attractions Thermae Bath Spa and Roman Baths are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Apartment was very clean and well kept. Bed was comfortable with a great bathroom. Very central location, great for exploring Bath. Some noise around 7am when they deliver towels to the Spa next door, but otherwise quiet, as it's on side street/no through road.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

St Catherine's Hospital - Bath
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Popular places to visit

New Years Eve Celebrations at Longleat! Exploring the stunning Festival of Light, followed by an amazing Firework Show! #LifeAtExpediaGroup

Longleat Safari and Adventure Park

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Longleat Safari and Adventure Park during your holiday in Warminster? Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the beautiful countryside in this quaint area.

Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
Centre parcs showing cyclists on a beautiful blue and white lit road. Colourful picture showing the fun of exploring the forest park at Longleat.

Center Parcs Longleat Forest

Bring the family to Center Parcs Longleat Forest and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Warminster. Discover the area's beautiful countryside and lively bars.

Center Parcs Longleat Forest
New Years Eve Celebrations at Longleat! Exploring the stunning Festival of Light, followed by an amazing Firework Show! #LifeAtExpediaGroup

Longleat

Find out about the history of Horningsham when you spend time at Longleat. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Longleat
#lksawaydays 2/2020. 12th of January is someone's birthday....Happy 125th Birthday to the National Trust 🎂 to celebrate we decided to visit one of their sites. After living in the South West for the last 18 years we realised we had never visited Stourhead! Perfect! only 22 miles away too. We arrived at a quiet car park at approx 09:30am and duly paid the £4 daily charge. Stourhead House itself was closed for the winter and opens again in March, but the large garden and grounds are open all year round, If you are not a National Trust member then it will cost you £11.60 per adult. Stourhead House was built between 1721-1724 by the renowned Scottish architect Colen Campbell with the gardens following shortly after in 1741, the path you follow around the Garden mimics the journey of the Trojan hero Aeneas and his descent to the underworld. The large garden has many sculptures and buildings of which many stay with the Greek theme from the Grotto to the Temple of Apollo to the Pantheon as well as other 'themed' buildings such as the Gothic Cottage and the Temple of Flora. Along the paths you will see other paths/tracks leading off in other directions if you follow these you will see the Obelisk, St Peters Pump or slightly further afield King Alfreds Towers. After a good couple of hours of stretching the legs you can finish off in the Spread Eagle for a pint!

Stourhead

You can find out about the history of Stourton with a stop at Stourhead. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Stourhead

Stourhead Garden

Find out about the history of Stourton when you take a trip to Stourhead Garden. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Stourhead Garden

Shearwater Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Shearwater Lake during your travels in Longbridge Deverill. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

Shearwater Lake

Things to do

Roman Bath & Ancient Stonehenge Full-Day Tour

Roman Bath & Ancient Stonehenge Full-Day Tour

฿3,110
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Roman Bath & Ancient Stonehenge Full-Day Tour
Stonehenge Admission Ticket

Stonehenge Admission Ticket

฿1,076
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Admission Ticket
Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission

Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission

฿2,842
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Hole

Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Hole

฿1,184
per adult
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Hole
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Cell

Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Cell

฿1,184
per adult
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Cell
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide

฿3,448
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide
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