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Chiswick House is one of the earliest examples of neo-Palladian design in England and the gardens at Chiswick are the birthplace of the English Landscape movement. Richard Boyle, third Earl of Burlington designed and built Chiswick House from 1725-1729. The villa was inspired by the architecture and gardens of ancient Rome. The sumptuous interiors and key items of furniture were designed by William Kent, there is also a rich collection of Old Master Paintings. The 65 acres of Grade 1 listed gardens have been loved for centuries, with their combination of grand vistas, architectural delights, water features and wilderness areas. The magnificent 19th century Conservatory houses the world famous heritage camellia collection, in bloom in early spring. In the18th and 19th centuries, successive owners, most notably the Dukes of Devonshire, extended and changed the gardens. In1929, the site was bought for the nation and became a public park for all to enjoy. We hope that you find this guide useful. Enjoy your visit. Villa and Forecourt The entrance pier sphinxes were possibly intended as symbolic guardians of the villa. From the forecourt the proportions and carved detail of the façade can be admired. Cascade The naturalistic rocky structure with three arches was designed by William Kent in 1736, who took his inspiration from Italian Renaissance gardens. Classic Bridge This grand stone bridge was built for the fifth Duke of Devonshire, from here enjoy the vistas and wildlife on the lake. Ionic Temple, Obelisk and Amphitheatre A self-contained garden, which focuses on an Obelisk and the Ionic Temple, it is one of the few surviving 18th century buildings. Exedra Designed by William Kent to incorporate Lord Burlington’s collection of ancient and 18th century sculpture. In 1966, the Beatles filmed videos for their singles “Paperback Writer” and “Rain” here. Welcome to Chiswick House and Gardens 1 2 3 4 5 Inigo Jones Gateway The gateway was designed by the architect Inigo Jones for Beaufort House, Chelsea in 1621 and acquired by Lord Burlington in 1738. Doric Column, Venus Statue and Rosary Venus de’ Medici is a copy of the statue in the Uffizi Gallery, Florence. The rose garden, planned by the fifth Duke of Devonshire has been replanted. Conservatory and Walled Kitchen Garden The Grade 1 Conservatory is home to the oldest collection of camellias in Britain. The walled garden built in 1682, is now a thriving community kitchen garden. Italian Garden Now restored, this formal flower garden was designed by Lewis Kennedy in1812 for the sixth Duke of Devonshire providing an elegant setting to the sixth Duke’s Conservatory. Chiswick House Explore the intriguing history and significance of Chiswick House. Inside the neo-Palladian villa, you can see many impressive paintings and lavish 18th century interiors. 6 7 8 9 10 Ten of the most beautiful and interesting objects to see in the House and Gardens
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Chiswick House is one of the earliest examples of neo-Palladian design in Englandand the gardens at Chiswick are the birthplaceof the English Landscape movement.
Richard Boyle, third Earl of Burlington designed andbuilt Chiswick House from 1725-1729. The villa wasinspired by the architecture and gardens of ancientRome. The sumptuous interiors and key items of furniture were designed by William Kent, there is also a rich collection of Old Master Paintings.
The 65 acres of Grade 1 listed gardens have beenloved for centuries, with their combination of grandvistas, architectural delights, water features andwilderness areas. The magnificent 19th century Conservatory houses the world famous heritagecamellia collection, in bloom in early spring.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, successive owners,most notably the Dukes of Devonshire, extended andchanged the gardens. In 1929, the site was bought forthe nation and became a public park for all to enjoy.
We hope that you find this guide useful. Enjoy your visit.
Villa and Forecourt The entrance pier sphinxes were possibly intended as symbolic guardians of the villa. From the forecourt the proportions and carved detail of the façade can be admired.
CascadeThe naturalistic rocky structurewith three arches was designedby William Kent in 1736, who took his inspiration from ItalianRenaissance gardens.
Classic Bridge This grand stone bridge was builtfor the fifth Duke of Devonshire,from here enjoy the vistas andwildlife on the lake.
Ionic Temple, Obeliskand Amphitheatre A self-contained garden, whichfocuses on an Obelisk and theIonic Temple, it is one of the fewsurviving 18th century buildings.
ExedraDesigned by William Kent to incorporate Lord Burlington’scollection of ancient and 18thcentury sculpture. In 1966, theBeatles filmed videos for theirsingles “Paperback Writer” and“Rain” here.
Welcometo Chiswick House and Gardens 1
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Inigo Jones GatewayThe gateway was designed bythe architect Inigo Jones forBeaufort House, Chelsea in1621 and acquired by LordBurlington in 1738.
Doric Column, Venus Statue and RosaryVenus de’ Medici is a copy ofthe statue in the Uffizi Gallery,Florence. The rose garden,planned by the fifth Duke ofDevonshire has been replanted.
Conservatory andWalled Kitchen Garden The Grade 1 Conservatory ishome to the oldest collectionof camellias in Britain. Thewalled garden built in 1682, is now a thriving communitykitchen garden.
Italian Garden Now restored, this formalflower garden was designed by Lewis Kennedy in 1812 forthe sixth Duke of Devonshireproviding an elegant setting tothe sixth Duke’s Conservatory.
Chiswick HouseExplore the intriguing historyand significance of ChiswickHouse. Inside the neo-Palladian villa, you can see many impressive paintings and lavish 18th century interiors.
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Ten of the most beautiful and interesting objects to see in the House and Gardens
Planning your dayGardens– open daily from 7am to dusk. Free entry –donations are welcome
Conservatory– open daily from 10am – 4pm. Annual Camellia Show – early spring
Walled Kitchen Garden– Tuesday and Thursday1:30pm–3:00pm(seasonal) and special open days
Chiswick House and shopopen April – October Sunday – Wednesday & Bank holidays 10am – 6pm (5pm Mar & Oct)There is a charge for admission to the house.English Heritage and National Art Pass members free
Café– open 7 days a week from 8:30am. Offering a wide selection of freshly prepared hotand cold dishes (breakfast menu until11:30am),sandwiches, pastries and cakes, as well as hot andcold drinks, wine and beer. Children’s meal dealsare available and high chairs are provided
Access– Chiswick House and Gardens arelargely accessible to wheelchair users. There isparking for Blue Badge holders in front of thehouse (via Duke’s Avenue Gate) and in the mainA4 car park. The Gardens, Conservatory andCafé are fully accessible. The Classic Bridge issteep and the paths narrow in the wildernessareas.Alternative routes are sign-posted in thefew places where access is restricted. Access to the first floor of the house is via a wheelchairstair-climber
Guided garden and house tours– make the most of your visit by pre-booking a tour withour knowledgeable guides
Support our work and stay in touch
What’s on– there is an ongoing programme of community and special events, garden and house tours
Venue hire and filming– a beautiful and historic settingfor a range of events including weddings, civil partner-ships, private and corporate events and filming
Member benefits– join the Chiswick House Friends
Make new friends and get active– volunteer opportunities
Support our work– Chiswick House & GardensTrust’s aim is to ensure that this heritage site is sustainable for current and future generations to enjoy.Please donate to support this work
Contact usChiswick House & Gardens Trust The Estate Office, Chiswick House, London W4 2QN
[email protected] Registered charity 1109239
Keep in touchSign up for the latest news and follow us on
Thanksto Chiswick House & Gardens Trustvolunteers and the Chiswick House Friends fortheir help in maintaining this important Grade1listed heritage site.
Gardens open all year – FREEENTRY
Chiswick House & Gardens
Visitor Guide
•65 acres of gardens to explore and enjoy
•Grade1listed architectureand William Kent interiors
•Fascinating garden trail•Café, picnic and play areas
MAPINSIDE
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Chiswick House is one of the earliest examples of neo-Palladian design in Englandand the gardens at Chiswick are the birthplaceof the English Landscape movement.
Richard Boyle, third Earl of Burlington designed andbuilt Chiswick House from1725-1729. The villa wasinspired by the architecture and gardens of ancientRome. The sumptuous interiors and key items of furniture were designed by William Kent, there is also a rich collection of Old Master Paintings.
The 65 acres of Grade1listed gardens have beenloved for centuries, with their combination of grandvistas, architectural delights, water features andwilderness areas. The magnificent19th century Conservatory houses the world famous heritagecamellia collection, in bloom in early spring.
In the18th and19th centuries, successive owners,most notably the Dukes of Devonshire, extended andchanged the gardens. In1929, the site was bought forthe nation and became a public park for all to enjoy.
We hope that you find this guide useful. Enjoy your visit.
Villa and Forecourt The entrance pier sphinxes were possibly intended as symbolic guardians of the villa. From the forecourt the proportions and carved detail of the façade can be admired.
CascadeThe naturalistic rocky structurewith three arches was designedby William Kent in 1736, who took his inspiration from ItalianRenaissance gardens.
Classic Bridge This grand stone bridge was builtfor the fifth Duke of Devonshire,from here enjoy the vistas andwildlife on the lake.
Ionic Temple, Obeliskand Amphitheatre A self-contained garden, whichfocuses on an Obelisk and theIonic Temple, it is one of the fewsurviving18th century buildings.
ExedraDesigned by William Kent to incorporate Lord Burlington’scollection of ancient and18thcentury sculpture. In1966, theBeatles filmed videos for theirsingles “Paperback Writer” and“Rain” here.
Welcometo Chiswick House and Gardens
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Inigo Jones GatewayThe gateway was designed bythe architect Inigo Jones forBeaufort House, Chelsea in1621 and acquired by LordBurlington in1738.
Doric Column, Venus Statue and RosaryVenus de’ Medici is a copy ofthe statue in the Uffizi Gallery,Florence. The rose garden,planned by the fifth Duke ofDevonshire has been replanted.
Conservatory andWalled Kitchen Garden The Grade1Conservatory ishome to the oldest collectionof camellias in Britain. Thewalled garden built in1682, is now a thriving communitykitchen garden.
Italian Garden Now restored, this formalflower garden was designed by Lewis Kennedy in1812 forthe sixth Duke of Devonshireproviding an elegant setting tothe sixth Duke’s Conservatory.
Chiswick HouseExplore the intriguing historyand significance of ChiswickHouse. Inside the neo-Palladian villa, you can see many impressive paintings and lavish18th century interiors.
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Ten of the most beautiful and interesting objects to see in the House and Gardens
Planning your dayGardens – open daily from 7am to dusk. Free entry – donations are welcome
Conservatory – open daily from 10am – 4pm. Annual Camellia Show – early spring
Walled Kitchen Garden – Tuesday and Thursday1:30pm – 3:00pm (seasonal) and special open days
Chiswick House and shop open April – October Sunday – Wednesday & Bank holidays 10am – 6pm (5pm Mar & Oct)There is a charge for admission to the house.English Heritage and National Art Pass members free
Café – open 7 days a week from 8:30am. Offering a wide selection of freshly prepared hotand cold dishes (breakfast menu until 11:30am),sandwiches, pastries and cakes, as well as hot andcold drinks, wine and beer. Children’s meal dealsare available and high chairs are provided
Access – Chiswick House and Gardens arelargely accessible to wheelchair users. There isparking for Blue Badge holders in front of thehouse (via Duke’s Avenue Gate) and in the mainA4 car park. The Gardens, Conservatory andCafé are fully accessible. The Classic Bridge issteep and the paths narrow in the wildernessareas.Alternative routes are sign-posted in thefew places where access is restricted. Access to the first floor of the house is via a wheelchairstair-climber
Guided garden and house tours – make the most of your visit by pre-booking a tour withour knowledgeable guides
Support our work and stay in touch
What’s on – there is an ongoing programme of community and special events, garden and house tours
Venue hire and filming – a beautiful and historic settingfor a range of events including weddings, civil partner-ships, private and corporate events and filming
Member benefits – join the Chiswick House Friends
Make new friends and get active – volunteer opportunities
Support our work – Chiswick House & GardensTrust’s aim is to ensure that this heritage site is sustainable for current and future generations to enjoy.Please donate to support this work
Contact usChiswick House & Gardens Trust The Estate Office, Chiswick House, London W4 2QN
[email protected] Registered charity 1109239
Keep in touchSign up for the latest news and follow us on
Thanks to Chiswick House & Gardens Trustvolunteers and the Chiswick House Friends fortheir help in maintaining this important Grade 1listed heritage site.
Gardens open all year – FREE ENTRY
Chiswick House & Gardens
Visitor Guide
• 65 acres of gardens to explore and enjoy
• Grade 1 listed architectureand William Kent interiors
• Fascinating garden trail• Café, picnic and play areas
MAPINSIDE
SU
GGESTED
DO
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£1
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Picture credits: Richard Bryant, Clive Boursnell,John Fielding and Anna Kunst (front cover).Design: Toni Marshall. Illustrated map: Neil Gower.
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In addition to these opening hours, we haveoccasions special Friday and Saturday opening.Please check our website for further details.
chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk
chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk
Follow our garden trailOpen Tuesday and Thursday1:30pm – 3:00pm(seasonal) and special open days
At a leisurely pace this walk will take about one hour
To make the most of your visit to Chiswick House, allow an additional hour
Chiswick House and Gardens Pedestrian underpass towardsChiswick High Road and Chiswick Parkor Turnham Green Stations 25 minutes walk
A4 Great West RoadTowards Hammersmith(Eastbound)
Hogarth’s House5 minutes walk
A4 Great West Road(Westbound)
Chiswick Station(Hounslow or Weybridge/London Waterloo)10 minutes walk
noitcelloc aillemaC cirotsiHAnnual Camellia Show in the Conservatory to celebrate
gnirps ylrae ni smoolb ehtFree entry
River Thamesand Thames PathNational Trail
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Safety in the Gardens0746 852 4874 (9am-5pm) 0870 770 6880 (5pm-9am) Please give your nearest gate location Quote ref: 57021EMERGENCY: ALWAYS DIAL 999
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The café with its additionaloutdoor seating area, is opendaily for refreshments
The car park is on the Westbound carriageway ofthe A4 Great West Road(Sat Nav: W4 2RP)
Please use the bicycle racks provided
Toilets including wheelchair accessible toilets and baby change facilities
Dog-free picnic area
Spaces available for venue hire
Licensed for marriages and civil partnerships
Chiswick House and Garden Stories – 10 audiodownloads, to help you learn about the history
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Please:Keep cycling to the tarmac perimeter routes of the gardens
Dog-free areas are clearlysignposted, along with areaswhere dogs can be walked on short leads only
E3 Bus Stop to Turnham Green Station
190 Bus Stop to Hammersmith Station
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