Behind Closed Doors tours
A chance to see behind the normally closed doors of Stourhead House. Tours may cover four floors with many stairs and will give you an insight into what goes on behind the scenes.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
During this tour you’ll have the chance to visit areas of Stourhead House usually closed to visitors including the attic and basement storerooms. The formal showrooms are not usually included.
The tour involves climbing up and down many staircases – please contact the property directly if you have any access concerns.
On the day of your tour please check-in at visitor reception to show your membership card or purchase admission tickets and confirm your arrival.
The tours start from the Entrance Hall of the house – this is an approximately 10-minute walk from the main car park / visitor reception so please allow plenty of time
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Stourhead House. Please note, the house is approximately 10-minute walk from the main car park / visitor reception so please allow plenty of time.
- Accessibility
The tour involves climbing up and down many staircases – please contact the property directly if you have any access concerns.
- Other
Tours run from 7 January to 7 March 2025, weekdays only. The tour times are 11am, 12.45pm and 2.15pm. Please meet at Stourhead House for the tour. The house is approximately 10-minute walk from the main car park / visitor reception so please allow plenty of time.
Upcoming events
Volunteer recruitment day
Volunteering is a great opportunity to meet new people and become part of a welcoming and passionate team, whether you’re out in the fresh air, submerged in history or a friendly face to welcome visitors.
Winter warmer weekends
Come and warm up by the log fire in the Entrance Hall of Stourhead House.
February half term: Frog's wonderfully watery adventure
Pull on your wellies and join Frog for a watery adventure around Stourhead’s lake.
Walks & Talks guided tours
Discover the story of Stourhead and its landscape garden on daily guided tours.