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Guided tour of Lydiard House: Vernon St John, the 6th Viscount Bolingbroke
- Date: 7th November 2026 - 25th November 2026
- Every week
- Location:
- Time: 14:00 - 15:30
- Cost: Guided tour from £9. Guided tour with cream tea £20.
Discover the fascinating story of Vernon St John, the last Viscount to call Lydiard House home, on a guided tour this November.
Discover the fascinating history of Lydiard House Museum with a guided tour of its historic State Rooms.
This November, explore the remarkable life of Vernon St John, the 6th Viscount Bolingbroke. Learn about his unconventional early life, his interests as a musician and naturalist, and his experiences during the First World War.
Discover the circumstances that led to the sale of Lydiard House after more than 500 years as the home of the St John family.
Tour dates and times
Guided tours take place from 2.00pm to 3.30pm on:
- Saturday, 7 November 2026
- Wednesday, 11 November 2026
- Saturday, 21 November 2026
- Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Tickets and cream tea
After your tour, you can choose to enjoy a traditional cream tea with scones, jam and Cornish clotted cream, served with tea or coffee.
Ticket prices:
- Guided tour only (adult): £9.70
- Guided tour only (senior): £9
- Guided tour with cream tea: £20
Before your visit
Arrive at the entrance to Lydiard House Museum five minutes before your booked tour starts.
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Bayeux Around Britain
- Date: 10th November 2026 - 19th November 2026
- Every day
- Location: STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
- Time: 15:00 - 17:00
- Cost: £5 for adults, £4 seniors, students and children.
See a full scale printed reproduction of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Join us at STEAM for this unique opportunity to see a printed reproduction of the Bayeux Tapestry as part of Bayeux Around Britain, a nationwide programme of exhibitions, events and displays designed to share the historic loan of the Bayeux Tapestry from the French government with everyone around the UK.
A full scale printed reproduction will be on display at STEAM along with an information video and other material to allow visitors to get up close with this historic tapestry (that’s really an embroidery!).
Immerse yourself in 70m of historical drama and the story of England’s most famous year in history.
For ticket details, see the STEAM website.
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Christmas Wreath Workshop
- Date: 2nd December 2026
- Location: Lydiard Park Hotel
- Time: 18:30 - 20:30
- Cost: £60 per person – includes an arrival drink
Get into the festive spirit and create your own beautiful Christmas wreath at Lydiard Park Hotel with Wild Thoughts Floristry.
The workshop will begin with a demonstration of sustainable wreath-making techniques, using a natural moss base. You’ll then be invited to get creative, choosing from an abundant selection of fresh foliage and seasonal decorations. From eucalyptus, berries and pine cones to dried flowers, fruits and ribbons, you can mix and match your favourites to create a wreath that’s uniquely yours.
Enjoy a relaxed evening complete with Christmas music and an arrival drink. It’s the perfect Christmas activity whether you come solo, or with friends.
Bring an apron and a good pair of secateurs if you have them, otherwise these will be provided. You should also bring a large bag to take your finished wreath home in and some gloves, as some foliage can be quite sharp or sticky.
Book online via the Lydiard Park website
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Festive Murder Mystery at Lydiard Park Hotel
- Date: 4th December 2026
- Location: Lydiard Park Hotel
- Time: 19:00 - 23:59
- Cost: £75 per person - includes arrival drink and three-course dinner
Head to Lydiard Park Hotel for Mr. Carroll’s Christmas – a festive murder mystery filled with dark secrets and family drama.
For the first time since the sudden and unexpected death of family matriarch Holly Carroll, the Carroll family are gathering for Christmas. Will this festive reunion be a time for togetherness and goodwill, or is someone about to tear the family apart?
With emotions running high, someone might be willing to go to extreme lengths to settle old scores. Could another tragedy be on the horizon?
On arrival, enjoy a glass of prosecco before sitting down to a festive three-course set menu, curated by the hotel’s Executive Chef. Special dietary requirements, including vegan options, can be catered for.
Throughout the evening, you’ll be presented with opportunities to question suspects, interpret evidence and discuss your theories with other guests.
Once the case has been solved, continue the celebrations with the hotel’s DJ and disco.
Christmas party wear is encouraged but optional.
Please note: this event is suitable for adults aged 18 and over.
Book online via the Lydiard Park website
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Festive Guided Tour of Lydiard House with Cream Tea
- Date: 5th December 2026 - 20th December 2026
- Every week
- Location:
- Time: 14:00 - 15:30
- Cost: £20 per person, including cream tea
Enjoy a festive afternoon at Lydiard House Museum, with a guided tour of the historic State Rooms followed by a delicious cream tea.
Enjoy a festive afternoon at Lydiard House Museum this December.
Begin your visit with a guided tour of the historic State Rooms. Discover the fascinating history of the St John family, including its colourful characters, scandals and tragedies.
The Grade I listed house will be decorated for Christmas, with traditional decorations, a real Christmas tree and seasonal foliage displays created by volunteers.
After your tour, enjoy a delicious cream tea with scones, jam and clotted cream, served with tea or coffee.
Before your visit
Arrive at the entrance to Lydiard House Museum five minutes before your tour starts.
Tickets cost £20 per person, including the guided tour and cream tea.
