Bath Travel Guide

Longleat

Longleat is a bit of a strange tourist destination, catering simultaneously to two very different markets. On one hand, it is regarded as the best example of high Elizabethan architecture in Britain, and one of the most beautiful stately homes that are open to public tours. The magnificence of the house itself is matched by the splendour of its surroundings, a spectacular mix of landscaped parkland, lakes and formal gardens. In 1949, Longleat became the first grand home in England to open its doors to the public, and a few years later opened the first safari park outside of Africa. Visitors can drive through eight enclosures, where a wide range of animals can be seen, including elephant, rhino, giraffe, monkeys, lions and tigers. In recent years, however, Longleat has also become one of the UK's most popular family tourist attractions, offering a wealth of child-friendly sights and amenities. Try not to lose your kids in the world's longest maze, made up of more than 16,000 English
Address: Warminster, Wiltshire
Website: www.longleat.co.uk
Email: enquiries@longleat.co.uk
Telephone: 0198 584 4400
Transportation: Warminster Train Station is about 5 miles from Longleat
Opening Time: Opening times vary according to the season, check the website for details. In general, however, Longleat is open from 10am every day of the week, and closes no earlier than 4pm
Admission: Ticket prices vary according to the attractions you wish to see, check the website for details. For an all-inclusive, one-day ticket, expect to pay £27.50 (adults) and £19.50 (children).