The church key can be obtained from the House. The Park Lydiard Park is a delightful place to explore at any time of year. Paths and trails through the woods and by the lake offer glimpses of the many animals and birds which make Lydiard their home. Rolling lawns and shady trees provide a wonderful picnicking area in summer, and in early spring the woodlands are carpeted in snowdrops. A Visitor Centre houses countryside displays and a caf .
Exciting adventure playgrounds for toddlers and older children including an aerial runway.
Early closing 4pm November to February. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Free entry to Lydiard Gift Shop in the House. Charge - Daily 1.00 or 2 hours 0.60. People come again and again to rediscover the enchantment of Bowood - a family stately home embracing a whole world of fascination in the splendour of a bygone age.