Bowood House & Gardens is open from Friday 1st April to 1st November 2022.
Opening times are 11:00 – last admissions at 17:00 closing at 18:00.

Bowood House & Gift Shop closes at 17:00, with last entry at 16:30. The Adventure Playground closes at 17:45. The Treehouse Café is open for both a takeaway and eat-in service. The Stables Restaurant, located in the House, offering Tea and Cakes, is currently closed and will reopen on Saturday 16th July for Tea. (see our Food & Drink page for dates).

The Woodland Gardens are now closed and will re open for 6 weeks during the flowing season, mid April to early June*
*Please check the website for exact closing dates.

Bowood House & Gardens is open from 1st April – 1st November 2022.

Day Ticket Prices as below – please book online here:

Adult (17+) – £15.20

Senior (60+) – £12.80

Young Adult (13-16 years) – £12.80

Junior (7-12 years) – £11.50

Child (2-6 years) – £9.40

Infants under 2 are free, and do not require a ticket.

Family option 1 (2 adults + 1 child 12 yrs and under) – £37.00

Family option 2 (2 adults + 2 children 12yrs and under or 1 adult + 3 children 12yrs and under) – £45.00

Family option 3 (2 adults + 3 children 12 yrs and under) – £53.50

Disability and their registered Carer day tickets are discounted at 50% off our standard day ticket prices and can be purchased online. Please show the relevant paperwork at admissions. Please show either a 1. Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance letter. 2. Personal Independence Payment Letter. 3. Letter from GP or consultant confirming the need for a full time carer. This does not need to be a letter of diagnosis. (All need to be dated within the last 12 months.)

2022 Season Tickets are no longer available to purchase for the 2022 Season.

Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the grounds of Bowood House & Gardens.

FACILITIES:

• The Treehouse Café is located by admissions, and the café offers a range of sandwiches, paninis, wraps, etc. with a selection of fillings.
• The Stables Restaurant located within the House, offering tea, coffee and cake. Is currently closed and will reopen in July date to be confirmed. (See website for date)
• Conveniently located in the middle of the Adventure Playground, the Ice Cream Kiosk is open during school holidays and weekends.
• Complimentary car park available next to admissions. Please do not leave pets in parked cars. If you use our car parks, you do so at your own risk. Bowood is not able to accept any responsibility for damage, accidents, or losses.
• Designated parking is available and wheelchairs can be borrowed, subject to availability. Visitors to the House may be allowed to drive to a set off point adjacent to Bowood House upon request. Please note that for safety and security reasons we would request to hold your car keys until departure.
• Toilets are available within the Treehouse Café, next to admissions, next to the Adventure Playground, and within The House.
• Accessible toilets are initially provided in the Treehouse Café. Baby changing facilities are available in the Treehouse Café and next to the Adventure Playground. Please ask a member of the team if you require any assistance.
• Picnics are allowed anywhere within the grounds (except the Terraces by the House) and picnic benches are provided.
• Barbeques are not permitted anywhere within the Grounds including the car park.
• Only working Assistance Dogs are permitted at Bowood House & Gardens
• Please also note paths around the House and Grounds are gravel therefore Wheelchairs and Pushchairs may find it difficult.
• Bowood House & Gardens will continue to operate as a cash free site.
• Children’s Activities are available here at Bowood, click here 

Can I travel to Bowood using public transport?
Bus – Routes 33 and X33 (Chippenham to Devizes) go through Derry Hill Village.
Route 55 stops on the A4 close to the turning into Derry Hill Village.
It is approximately 1½ miles from the entrance gate to Admissions for the House & Gardens.

Train – The nearest mainline station is Chippenham.  Taxis are available or you can take the 55 bus to Studley crossroads.

Which entrance do I use?
The entrance to the House and Gardens is at the other end of Derry Hill village, just off the A4.  You will enter via a White Gate.  If using Satellite Navigation, please use postcode SN11 9NF.

All are signposted from the A4 and A342.
Please note: There is no access from the Golden Gates entrance to Bowood Hotel, Spa, and Golf Resort opposite the Lansdowne Arms public house in Derry Hill.

The Woodland Gardens (open from 15th April to early June) are located off the A342 between Derry Hill and Sandy Lane.  For Satellite Navigation please use the postcode SN11 9PG.

Is there a car and coach park at Bowood?
Free parking is available opposite the Treehouse Café and the main Admission point as well as the Woodland Gardens.

Can coaches drop passengers at Bowood House?
It is possible for coaches to drop off and collect passengers from the House by prior arrangement.  Please call 01249 812 102 for all group booking enquiries.

For more information, please call: 01249 812 102 or email: reception@bowood.org

If you have a question about your visit to Bowood, you might find it here:

What are your opening hours?
Bowood House & Gardens is open from 1st April to 1st November from 11:00 – 6pm daily.

Do I have to buy a ticket online?
Day Tickets are only available to purchase online in advance.

Are wheelchairs available?
Wheelchairs are available at the House & Gardens on a first come first serve basis.

How much is a ticket to Bowood House & Gardens?
Please click here to visit our website for 2022 pricing.

When does the Woodland Gardens open for the 2022 season?
The Woodland Gardens will open on Friday 15th April (Good Friday) at 11am, until early June.
Please visit our website for more information and exact dates.

How can I purchase a Season Ticket?
Please visit our tickets page for more details.

How can I purchase a Day Ticket?
Please visit our tickets page for more details.

I have purchased tickets online can I change the date?
Please ensure you create an account prior to purchasing your tickets, this will enable you to change the date of your visit up to 24-hours prior.
If you have already purchased your tickets and did not set up an account – please email the office: houseandgardens@bowood.org

Are dogs allowed into Bowood grounds?
Only working Assistance Dogs are permitted at Bowood. During the six week season that the Woodland Gardens are open, dogs are permitted in that area only, provided they are kept on a lead.

Can I book a Children’s Birthday party?
For more information, please call 01249 812 102 or email houseandgardens@bowood.org

What happens in inclement weather?
Please note that during inclement weather, the Flying Fox (zip wire), large outdoor slides and Jumping Pillows will be closed, however, all other attractions remain unaffected.  There are no reductions/discounts available in poor weather.  Bowood management reserves the right to close the House & Gardens in exceptional circumstances.

Can I bring my Child’s bike and scooter?
Children’s Bikes and Scooters are not allowed within the Grounds of Bowood House & Gardens or Bowood’s Woodland Gardens.

Can I leave my car overnight?
There are no overnight parking or camping facilities on the Estate. Accommodation is available at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Can I camp in the grounds or in the car park?
There are no overnight parking or camping facilities on the Estate. Accommodation is available at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Is swimming in the lake allowed?
Swimming or paddling in the lake, cascade, or fountains is strictly forbidden.

Is fishing on the lake allowed?
Fishing on the lake is by annual permit only; day tickets are not available.  Please call 01249 812102 for more information.

Can I bring a Drone?
Drones are not allowed on the estate.

For more information, please call: 01249 812 102 or email: reception@bowood.org