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 |
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| Fri 20th April 2012 |
Rhododendrons open for 2012 seasonThis 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 |
| Wed 16th May 2012 |
Private Tour of the Rhododendron Walks in association with The English Garden magazineCelebrate the National Gardens Scheme's 85th Anniversary with The English Garden magazine's exclusive event! Guests will be welcomed at Bowood's Rhododendron Walks at 2pm for a private tour of this captivating woodland garden by the Marquis of Lansdowne. At 4pm, guests will be directed to Bowood Hote, Spa and Golf Resort for a Champagne Afternoon Tea with editor Tamsin Westhorpe, followed by a talk by acclaimed garden photographer Andrea Jones of Garden Exposures: 'Gardens through the photographer's lens'. To reserve your space please call Bowood Hotel on 01249 822228 and quote 'The English Garden'. Places are limited. |
£45 per person |
| Wed 30th May 2012 |
Private Walled Garden TourNew 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 |
Jubilee CelebrationsTo mark the wonderful Diamond 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 TourNew 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 09th June 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel by David Ponsford |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Sun 10th June 2012 |
Bowood Charity Dog Show and Summer FairThe 7th Bowood Charity Dog Show & Summer Fair takes place from 10am to 5pm, raising funds for local charities. See their website www.bowooddogshow.org for further information on displays, trade stands, etc. This year the Show is featuring the Tractor Ted Farm Show. |
Advance tickets are £6 for adults and £3 for children (2-16 years). On the day prices are £8 for adults and £4 for children (2-16 years). Advance tickets are only available through Tractor Ted, by telephoning 01373 834500. |
| Wed 27th June 2012 |
Private Walled Garden TourNew 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 TourNew 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 21st July 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Sat 28th July 2012 |
Calne Motorcycle Meet at Bowood 4-6pmIn a repeat of the event in 2010, bikers from Calne have been invited to meet at Bowood from 4pm on Saturday 28th July where there will be a band and refreshments. |
Bikers - free of charge Special rates will apply for entry into the Grounds from 4pm |
| Sat 04th August 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel by James Scott |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Tue 21st August 2012 |
Golf Open Week at Bowood Golf ClubYour 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. |
| Sat 25th August 2012 |
Tractor Ted visits the Adventure PlaygroundVisit on August Bank Holiday weekend and discover Tractor Ted's REAL LIFE world of farming!
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Normal admission prices apply. |
| Mon 27th August 2012 |
August Bank HolidayWhat 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. |
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| Sat 01st September 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel by Relf Clark |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Wed 12th September 2012 |
Private Walled Garden TourNew 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 FairJoin us for The Wiltshire Games and Country Fair on September 22nd and 23rd 2012 |
Adult - £10 |
| Sat 06th October 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel by Dr Christopher Kent |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Sat 27th October 2012 |
Halloween at BowoodReady 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. |
| Sat 03rd November 2012 |
Organ Recital in Bowood House Chapel |
Normal admission prices apply |
| Sun 18th November 2012 |
Sunday Carvery in the Kerry SuiteEnjoy a delicious Sunday carvery lunch in the Clubhouse Kerry Suite at Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort.
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 HotelEnjoy 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 **** Christmas pudding with Armagnac syrup and brandy ice cream **** 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! |
£32.50 per adult, £14.50 per child |
| Sun 16th December 2012 |
Family Christmas Carvery in the Kerry SuiteEnjoy 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 HotelJoin 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 HotelChristmas 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 |







