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The Friends of Lydiard Park are an independent charity supporting and promoting interest in this significant Palladian house and its beautiful, much-loved grounds.
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If you missed some of our webinar talks the first time around, you can now catch up by watching recordings of our ‘Historic Heroines’ series and other fascinating topics. Engaging and authoritative talks by our knowledgeable speakers draw you into a world of history and intrigue from Civil War espionage to the secrets of Big Ben. Read More
Step into the story of Lydiard House and Park and explore the interesting, quirky and sometimes scandalous tales from its fascinating past and ongoing history.
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Learn about the important heritage research and genealogy we support and our ambitious project to form a digital archive for academic study and general research.
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Discover what this beautiful parkland has to offer through all the seasons from Nature Watch to exploring its historic features and fun family trails.
Learn MoreWitticisms, petitions, murders and trees; test your Lydiard knowledge in our new seasonal quiz and discover some fascinating facts. Fun for all the family.
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From Commonweal School and Cub Scout camp at Lydiard Park to commanding The 6th Queen Elizabeth’s Own Gurkha Rifles, Nigel Collett recalls his lifelong affection for Lydiard.
By joining the Friends of Lydiard Park you will be part of a large sociable group helping to ensure that this important part of our local and national heritage is more widely recognised, enjoyed and preserved for future generations.
Lydiard House and Park is owned and managed by Swindon Borough Council.
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