Introduction from Lord Lansdowne
Obviously, I am biased. If I wasn't, I shouldn't be writing this introduction! However, Bowood Park is unique. Where else in Southern England can you find a park of almost 2,000 acres without any public roads invading it? This wonderful resource has been continually evolving ever since it formed part of the Royal Hunting Forest of Pewsham. Through the centre of the park, running into Capability Brown's lake, are five valleys, each with streams feeding into the main water course. This structure - a mixture of lake, streams, valleys and outstanding woodlands, creates this remarkable oasis. From the house, there isn't another building in sight. Yet it is only an hour and a half from London, thirty five minutes from Bristol, eight miles south of exit 17 off the M4 and three miles from Chippenham, which is on the main Bristol to Paddington line.
There are five private estate roads, all feeding into a central hub, focusing on the house and grounds. This infrastructure lends itself to large numbers of visitors being able to arrive and leave without delays. These private drives connect with the A4, A3102 and A342. There is nothing more frustrating than queuing when leaving an event. Bowood's park is ideally suited for large outdoor events. Excellent infrastructure, ample car parking and unlimited space, with views stretching up to the Wiltshire Downs, leaving an indelible memory of breathtaking beauty to all who visit.
Concerts
Our separate access and egress routes and plentiful parking mean Bowood can accommodate significant audiences, and our location, well away from neighbouring properties, make it ideal for open-air concerts and firework displays.
Product Launches
Bowood's tranquility is ideal for meetings away from the workplace, product launches and corporate events. Our efficient staff will ensure that your event runs smoothly and successfully in a truly memorable setting.
Fun Days & Team Building
Bowood offers a varied and flexible layout which makes it the perfect location for family fun days, sponsored walks and team building events. In addition you can also enjoy access to our public areas including our hugely popular children's adventure playground, grottos and cascade.
Country Fairs & Shows
A wonderful venue for country fairs & shows. In the heart of Wiltshire, Bowood is situated just off the A4 with superb transport links from London, the South East, Wales and the Midlands. There are two helipads on site.
Film & Photography
Perfect for everything from period dramas and feature films, to photographic shoots and TV commercials, the extensive parkland at Bowood, with its sweeping views across the lake, offers not only a classic setting but ideal conditions for a smooth running shoot, ensuring easy access, privacy and discretion. Whether it's the bluebell woods, rhododendron gardens, a hermit's cave or simply the stunning exterior of the house, Bowood has it all.
The house and gardens of Bowood lie within one of Britain's most beautiful parks designed by 'Capability' Brown. Gently sloping lawns stretch away from the terraced gardens to the tranquil lake beyond, while other splendours include the Arboretum, Cascade Waterfall and Hermit's Cave. Within the House fine rooms are filled with superb furniture, porcelain and family heirlooms.
Located 100 miles from the centre of London and only 35 miles from Bristol, Bowood has been used as the set for a number of film productions and photography locations.
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