Tulip mania at Dyrham Park
Immerse yourself in a world of tulips this season as we celebrate the springtime favourite which has strong links with the history of Dyrham Park.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
As well as a magnificent display along the long Avenue which leads to the house’s entrance, tulips will be out in the borders around Sphynx Court and dotted jewel-like through the pear orchard. The newly-created parterre, which links the house to the garden, will be home to black and white parrot tulips in pots, different black and white varieties in the beds, and historic cultivars in new terracotta pots. A special variety of tulip inspired by Dyrham Park will be out in Fountain Court and by the bus stop area.
In addition to the floral display, the house will be highlighting its historic links to the Netherlands and the tulip through its collection of blue and white Delftware. Artists will be onsite creating some tulip-based works.
Senior garden staff are giving guided tulip tours focussing on the flower’s history as well as planting tips, and there will be a plant fayre in the shop. Dyrham Park tulip pin badges will be available to purchase.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Find out more on arrival at visitor reception.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the great outdoors.
- Accessibility
The site in steep and uneven in places.
Upcoming events
Guided parkland walks
An expert volunteer guide will lead you around the 270 acres of parkland to learn more about the site's history, archaeology, management and significance. At 10.30am and 1.30pm on selected days.
Guided garden walks
Want to find out more about Dyrham's garden? Why not join one of our expert volunteer guides on a tour?
Village walk
Join a tour guide to discover Dyrham village in the summer of 1704. Learn about how the village was connected to the estate and interesting facts about the villagers at that time. Please be aware that this walk has a limited number of places....
Hidden water walk
Join a guide for a special tour to find out about the natural springs and hidden water chambers in the hillside to the mysterious underground well and stone structure by the lake to track the 'curious water works' of Dyrham Park.