Rogues and Rascals Week at Lydiard House Museum
Visitors can step into the darker side of Lydiard’s history through Murder at the Inn, an exhibition shedding light on a notorious 1684 brawl involving MPs Henry St John and Edmund Webb. The display features a newly acquired painting of Sir William Estcourt along with Henry St John’s official royal pardon from King Charles II. Guests can also join guided tours highlighting other historic rogues and rascals, with the option of enjoying a cream tea featuring scones, jam, and Cornish clotted cream.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Adult £6.70; child £3.65; under 3s free; family tickets are also available.
Hours
Wednesday–Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Ages
Adults only for guided tours; Museum admission available for all ages (children under 3 free).
Food & Drink
Visitors booking the tour package can enjoy freshly served scones with jam, Cornish clotted cream, and a pot of tea or coffee.
Parking
Car parking is available via Lydiard Park’s Hay Lane entrance. Parking charges apply from dawn to dusk.
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Tips & Advice
- Guided tours during the week are not suitable for children.
- Arrive at the museum entrance five minutes prior to your booked guided tour start time.
- Vehicle parking is available via the Hay Lane entrance, where parking charges apply from dawn to dusk.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this season: the Murder at the Inn display focuses on a notorious 1684 brawl and features a newly acquired painting of Estcourt and Henry St John’s official pardon.
Links & Contact
Run by Swindon Borough Council
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Murder at the Inn display about?
It explores the 1684 brawl involving MPs Henry St John and Edmund Webb that resulted in the murder of Sir William Estcourt MP, displaying a painting of Estcourt and Charles II's royal pardon.
Are the guided tours suitable for children?
No, Rogues and Rascals Week guided tours are not suitable for children.
What comes with the cream tea option on the guided tour?
The cream tea includes freshly served scones with jam and Cornish clotted cream, served with a pot of tea or coffee.
Can tickets booked online be refunded or exchanged?
No, Lydiard Park operates a policy of no refunds or exchanges for online bookings unless the event is cancelled by the venue, and tickets cannot be transferred or resold.
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