Guided Tour: “Vernon St John, the 6th Viscount Bolingbroke – Bachelor, Musician and Naturalist”

Schedule

Sat Nov 07 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

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Location

Lydiard House Museum, SN5 3PA Swindon, United Kingdom | Swindon, EN

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Enjoy a splendid afternoon at Lydiard House Museum.
Begin your visit with a guided tour of the historic State Rooms, where you’ll discover the fascinating story of the St John family, with its colourful characters, scandals and tragedies.
November’s guided tours will explore the fascinating story of Vernon St John, the last Viscount to call Lydiard House home. Find out more about his unconventional early life, his experiences during the First World War, and the circumstances that eventually led to the sale of the family home after more than 500 years.
Afterwards, you have the option to enjoy a delicious cream tea. Indulge in scones served with jam, Cornish clotted cream, and a pot of tea or coffee.
Ticket prices:
Guided Tour of Lydiard House with Cream Tea: £20
Guided Tour only (Adult): £9.70
Guided Tour only (Senior): £9
Book tickets: https://www.lydiardpark.org.uk/event/guided-tour-of-lydiard-house-with-cream-tea/
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