01249 812102

Bowood House, Gardens
and Adventure Playground

are now closed for the 2011 season.
These will re-open on
Wednesday 28th March 2012.

Events

Bowood Hotel and Bowood House host a wide variety of events and activities across the year – from face painting, treasure trails and half term fun at the House, to Sunday Caveries, literary afternoon teas and sparkling festive parties.  We keep this events list up to date, and we will also post events on our facebook page, to make sure you don’t miss a thing!

Date Event Entry
Sun 26th February 2012

Sunday Carvery in the Kerry Suite

Enjoy a delicious Sunday lunch in the Clubhouse Kerry Suite at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort.
An ideal event for a family get-together or even just a way to avoid the washing up!

 

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

Adults £22.50, Children £10.50

Wed 14th March 2012

Literary Afternoon Tea at Bowood Hotel

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea at Bowood Hotel in the Company of Heloise Googley- The Author of 'An Officer and a Gentlewoman'.

Book Synopsis
Héloïse Goodley was a City banker until she made the impulsive decision to join the Army. Currently she holds the rank of Captain and has completed two tours of Afghanistan in the Air Corps.

From 3:30pm

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

Only £15 per person.

Sun 18th March 2012

Mother's Day Carvery in the Kerry Suite

Enjoy a delicious Sunday carvery lunch in the Bowood Clubhouse Kerry Suite, at Bowood Hotel , Spa and Golf Resort, to celebrate Mothering Sunday.
An ideal event for a family get-together or even just a way to avoid the washing up on a Sunday afternoon!

 

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

Adults £30.00, Children £12.50

Wed 28th March 2012

Bowood House and Gardens Opening

Why not plan a visit to Bowood House and Gardens, which opens its doors to the public again today for another season.  Bowood House and Gardens offer an array of facilities and attractions, from the brilliant Adventure Playgound for a great day out for the children to the breathtaking Rhododendrons gardens with their rare breeds, a MUST for all garden lovers.

Sun 01st April 2012

Rotary Club Calne 10k Fun Run

Test your fitness at the Rotary Club Calne 10k Fun Run on Sunday 1 April

Sun 01st April 2012

Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant

Enjoy our first Sunday of the season with a delicious two course Sunday Carvery in our recently refurbished Restaurant and if you book by 5pm on Friday, gain FREE entry to Bowood House, Gardens and Adventure playground.  Season ticket holders receive a 15% discount. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 01249 812102.

Adults £16.95 Children £8.50

Fri 06th April 2012

Easter at Bowood

Enjoy Easter at Bowood, with lots of Easter fun over at Bowood House and Gardens. With the fantastic Adventure Playground, children can also have some fun with our Arts & Crafts, Easter Egg Hunt. Why not also get the children and even the adults to design their own Easter bonnets at home. Bring them to Bowood and there may even be a prize for the best creation! With activities all weekend, you may even wish to combine your visit with a sumptuous Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant.

*Easter activities only from Friday 6th April until Monday 9th April

*Normal admission prices apply. Small additonal charge for activities may apply.

Sun 08th April 2012

Easter Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant

Enjoy this Easter with a delicious two course Sunday Carvery in our recently refurbished Restaurant and if you book by 5pm on Friday, gain FREE entry to Bowood House, Gardens and Adventure playground.  Season ticket holders receive a 15% discount. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 01249 812102.

Adults £16.95 Children £8.50

Sun 15th April 2012

Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant

Finsh off the Easter Holidays with a delicious two course Sunday Carvery in our recently refurbished Restaurant and if you book by 5pm on Friday, gain FREE entry to Bowood House, Gardens and Adventure playground.  Season ticket holders receive a 15% discount. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 01249 812102.

Adults £16.95 Children £8.50

Wed 18th April 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Fri 20th April 2012

Rhododendrons open for 2012 season

This is a spectacular attraction offering breathtaking vistas of colour and beauty covering over 60 acres.  This woodland oasis of azaleas, magnolias and rhododendrons is considered to be one of the most exciting gardens of its type in the country; it lies on a seam of greensand running from Poole in Dorset to The Wash on the East Coast.

If you are interested in keeping up to date with which species are flowering, please check the Seasonal Diary.

Combined tickets are now available at a discounted rate for the Rhododendron Walks and the House & Gardens.  Visits can either be made on the same day or split over two visits.

Day Ticket

Adult £6.25

Senior Citizen £5.75

Children aged 12 and under FREE

Combined Ticket

Adult £13.75

Senior Citizen £11.75

Combined Ticket to Rhododendron Walks and House & Gardens

Rhododendron Map 2012

Sun 22nd April 2012

Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious two course Sunday Carvery in our recently refurbished Restaurant and if you book by 5pm on Friday, gain FREE entry to Bowood House, Gardens and Adventure playground.  Season ticket holders receive a 15% discount. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 01249 812102.

Adults £16.95 Children £8.50

Wed 25th April 2012

Literary Afternoon Tea at Bowood Hotel

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea in the company of Stephanie Williams, the Author of 'Running the Show'.

Book Synopsis
From Sierra Leone to Fiji, Australia to Sri Lanka, Running the Show is a vivid portrait of empire and of men from another age, who formed so much of the world we live in today.

Running the Show is the story of ordinary men, who in their way, were heroes. Made up of episodes from the lives of governors serving around the British Empire, it presents a kaleidoscope of people, places and events - and stories of how, for better or worse, attempts were made to bring order to often chaotic situations.

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

 

Only £15 per person

Sun 29th April 2012

Sunday Lunch in the House Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious two course Sunday Carvery in our recently refurbished Restaurant and if you book by 5pm on Friday, gain FREE entry to Bowood House, Gardens and Adventure playground.  Season ticket holders receive a 15% discount. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 01249 812102.

Adults £16.95 Children £8.50

Mon 07th May 2012

May Day Bank Holiday

Give yourself a break on the May Day bank holiday.  Spend your long weekend at Bowood, where the children can enjoy the Adventure Playground and grounds at the House and Gardens.  Adults can treat themselves to a round of golf on our 18 hole Championship Golf Course or relax in our luxurious spa.

Wed 30th May 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Sat 02nd June 2012

Jubiliee Celebrations

To mark the wonderful Golden Jubilee, Bowood House & Gardens will offer the chance for children to involve themselves in the celebrations with the opportunity to make Royal Crowns and to design their own special Jubilee Flags. Adults can also treat themselves over the weekend to a lovely cream tea, homemade Sunday Lunch or maybe even both!

*Jubilee activities only from Saturday 2nd June until Tuesday 5th June

*Normal admission charges. Small additional charge for activities may apply.

Wed 06th June 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Sun 10th June 2012

Bowood Charity Dog Show and Summer Fair

On Sunday 10th June 2012 Bowood House and Gardens are holding the Bowood Charity Dog Show and Summer Fair – Sunday June 10

Sat 23rd June 2012

20th Anniversary Celebrity Classic

This year brings a bumper year for Bowood Golf.  We first opened our Championship Golf Course 20 Years ago.  We are celebrating with a Celebrity Classic running over the weekend of 23rd and 24th June 2012.  Everyone can join in the fun.  If you have 3 mates and fancy playing 2 rounds of golf with a celebrity over a weekend, want a evening of great entertainment, then please call our Business Development Manager on 01249 822228 and ask for further information.  We will also be opening the gates to the public to watch this great event.  Tickets will be available soon.  Watch this space.

Wed 27th June 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Wed 18th July 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Tue 21st August 2012

Golf Open Week at Bowood Golf Club

Your chance to compete on the region’s top championship course Designed by Dave Thomas.

6 great days of competitions including, Ladies Open, Seniors Open, Junior Open, Mixed Open and Bowood Bowl - 36 hole - individual Scratch Medal!

Click here for further information.

Click here for the Entry Form.

Prices start from £70 per pair, or for Junior £15 per player or the Bowood Bowl £45 per player.

Mon 27th August 2012

August Bank Holiday

What are you up to?  Have a long break at Bowood, enjoy the House and Gardens, relax in the spa, play a round of golf, hit a few balls in the driving range and relax with a drink on our terrace.

Wed 12th September 2012

Private Walled Garden Tour

New for 2012, the Marquis of Lansdowne will be opening the Private Walled Garden on specified dates. These are available to individuals and small groups and include; welcome tea and coffee, a Private Tour of the Walled Garden, a two course lunch and guide to the trees of Bowood. Individuals will also be able to explore the many delights of Bowood House, as well as the fantastic parkland.

*Please visit the Bowood House & Gardens homepage to book today.

Sat 22nd September 2012

The Wiltshire Game & Country Fair

Join us for The Wiltshire Games and Country Fair on September  22nd and 23rd 2012

Adult - £10
OAP - £9
Children - £4
Under 4s are free

Sat 27th October 2012

Halloween at Bowood

Ready for Ghouls and Ghosts!  Join us at Bowood for a creepy Halloween half term to finish off our 2012 season in spectacular fashion. With activities all week including arts & crafts and our own creepy trail, children and adults will have hours of spooky fun at Bowood.

*Halloween activities only from Saturday 27th October to Sunday 4th November

*Normal admission price. Small addditional charge for activities may apply.

Sun 18th November 2012

Sunday Carvery in the Kerry Suite

Enjoy a delicious Sunday carvery lunch in the Clubhouse Kerry Suite at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort.
An ideal event for a family get-together or even just a way to avoid the washing up on a Sunday afternoon!

 

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

Adults £22.50, Children £10.50

Thu 22nd November 2012

Ladies Festive Fayre at Bowood Hotel

Enjoy a traditional Two Course lunch in teh Kerry Suite at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Gofl Resort.

Includes a drink on arrival, a glass of wine and coffee and mice pies. Do a spot of Christmas shopping or simply browse the local exhiitors gift stalls, selling a wide range of Christmas treats!

Only £29.00 per person

Menu
Traditional roast turkey, chestnut stuffing, seasonal trimmings and vegetables, spiced cranberry and bread sauces, duck fat potatoes

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Christmas pudding with Armagnac syrup and brandy ice cream

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Coffee and mini mince pies


For more information or to make a reservation please  01249 822228

Only £29.00 per person. Payment required on booking.

Sun 09th December 2012

Family Christmas Carvery in the Kerry Suite

 Enjoy a delicious and traditional Christmas carvery in the Bowood Clubhouse Kerry Suite. A family orientated event with presents for the children!

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

£32.50 per adult, £14.50 per child

Sun 16th December 2012

Family Christmas Carvery in the Kerry Suite

Enjoy a delicious and traditional Christmas carvery in the Bowood Clubhouse Kerry Suite. A family orientated event with presents for the children 

 

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228

£32.50 per adult, £14.50 per child

Tue 25th December 2012

Christmas Day Gourmet Lunch at Bowood Hotel

Join us on Christmas Day for a Champagne reception. Relax to the smooth sounds of the pianist and soak up the Bowood atmosphere, while Santa arrives with presents for all.

Christmas Day Lunch will be a gourmet experience offering traditional Christmas fayre. You will have the opportunity to select and purchase wines to suit your taste. A full wine list is available on request.

This event will be held in the Shelburne Restaurant at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort.

£85 per adult, £40 per child

Tue 25th December 2012

Christmas Day Carvery at Bowood Hotel

Christmas Day Carvery Lunch in the Kerry Suite

Leave the cooking and washing up to us this year and be spoilt with fine food and wines. Join us in the Kerry Suite for a wonderful Christmas Cavery and if the kids have been good, Santa just might have brought some extra presents.

To make a reservation please call Bowood Hotel Reception on 01249 822228.

£55 per adult, £25 per child