We had a very pleasant day at Stourhead. The gardens were very good even though it was a few weeks too soon, due to the prolonged cool weather this year, until the rhododendrons and camellias would be in full bloom. There was some colour, however,...More

Ample parking. A large cafe ( though some of the hot food looked a bit tired by 2pm). Massive grounds, lake and plenty to explore. The library in the house is exceptional and there are information pamphlets in each room explaining the very many portraits...More

We had visited the house many years ago and found things much changed—many more rooms open to visitors, many more paintings on display, and a huge visitor center. On one of the first sunny weekends of the year, we found it a bit crowded but...More

Stourhead gardens are beautiful and the walk round the lake is something you must do when visiting. It was a lovely spring day and after taking in the lovely views around the lake, we wanted to sit outside at the cafe before heading home. There...More

Honestly, just one of my favourite places. The walk is lovely, the scenery and buildings are my favourite. Great place to take a picnic in the summer and there’s an ice cream shop, national trust shop/plant shop and a farm shop. Also super romantic (One...More

We had an enjoyable walk around the grounds on a fresh day in March. Although there were daffodils in flower there is not as much colour in the gardens here as at some other NT gardens, the views across the lake however are lovely. We...More

Had a lovely walk around the gardens, even on a miserable Easter Monday they were stunning. The house itself was very impressive. Also popped into the pub for a pint. Will definitely visit again in the summer.