Explore Stourhead in Wiltshire & Beyond
There’s plenty to see and do at The Spread Eagle and in and around Stourhead, Wiltshire.
Set within the beautiful Stourhead Estate, The Spread Eagle is perfectly placed for exploring some of the South West’s most beautiful countryside, historic landmarks and attractions. Whether you're joining us for lunch after a walk, staying for the weekend or looking for somewhere to stop after a day exploring, there’s plenty to discover right on our doorstep.
The famous Stourhead landscape garden is just moments away, with its stunning lake, woodland walks, classical temples and historic house. For keen walkers and countryside lovers, the surrounding estate offers plenty of opportunities to get out and explore, while the wider area is home to historic towns, country estates and attractions for all ages.
Local highlights include exploring Stourhead House & Gardens, taking in the views from King Alfred’s Tower, discovering Longleat, or venturing further afield to Stonehenge, Shaftesbury and Bath.
Whether you're planning a day out, a countryside escape or a weekend away, The Spread Eagle makes a great base for discovering this beautiful corner of Wiltshire and Somerset.
Stourhead
Discover the world-famous landscape garden on our doorstep, wander beside the lake and explore the classical temples and historic buildings that make Stourhead such a special place.
The estate covers around 1,072 hectares and includes Stourhead House, the landscape garden, woodland, farmland and King Alfred's Tower.
Longleat
A short drive away, Longleat is a great day out for all ages, combining one of the country's finest historic houses with an award-winning safari park and extensive grounds. Just a short drive from The Spread Eagle, it's an easy addition to a stay or countryside getaway.
Stonehenge
One of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments, Stonehenge offers the chance to step back thousands of years and discover one of Britain's most fascinating archaeological landscapes.