Photo: Wilton House by Kachii (Katy) from London, England, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About this place
Wilton House sits on the edge of the town of Wilton, a few miles west of Salisbury in Wiltshire.
It has been the seat of the Earls of Pembroke for several centuries and remains in the Herbert family to this day.
The house incorporates work from several distinct building campaigns carried out across its long history.
Its grounds include parkland and formal gardens on the banks of the River Nadder, and these form a significant part of the visitor experience.
The house is open to the public.
Read more on WikipediaHistory
The estate has been held by the Herbert family, Earls of Pembroke, since the sixteenth century. The present house incorporates work from several distinct building campaigns carried out over the following centuries.
Architecture
The house is known for its seventeenth-century south wing, though further detail on the architect and precise construction dates is not available from verified sources.
Worth knowing
Wilton House has served as a filming location for several major productions.
Gardens & grounds
The grounds include parkland and formal gardens on the banks of the River Nadder, and are considered a significant part of the visitor experience.
Facilities
Plan your visit
Nearest station: Salisbury Rail Station (2.4 miles)
Open annually from May to September; check the official website for exact dates and tour availability.
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Facts
The Wiltshire seat of the Earls of Pembroke, in the same family for nearly five centuries.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Wiltshire, England
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