Kingston Bagpuize House

This is a rather different review because I was here not for the house itself, but as a wedding reception. I have to say, as a venue for such an event it was really lovely. They set up a nice tent in front of the house, off to the side, and served drinks while we all mingled and socialised around the grounds afterwards we moved to the back where they had set up a temporary pavilion with dining tables and a small dance floor. I highly recommend it as an event venue. It was lovely and well run.

A very interesting private house with nearly 300 years of history to be told, and a very peaceful garden noted for its Wellintonia trees, its fantastic snowdrop display in Spring and its hot border in Summer. Guided tours of the house cover 3 floors, so are not suitable for wheelchair users or the seriously arthritic. Most of the visitors when I was there were over 65, and they all got around the house without any real diffeculty. Our guide was freindly and knowledgable. There is a small gift shop in the reception hall, and the superb home-​made teas (in the basement) are exceptionally good value. Check
for dates and times when house and gardens are open.