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Walcot Hall

Arboretum planted by Lord Clive of India’s son, Edward in1800. Cascades of rhododendrons and azaleas amongst specimen trees and pools. Fine views of Sir William Chambers’ Clock Towers, with lake and hills beyond. Walled kitchen garden, dovecote, meat safe, ice house and mile-long lakes. Russian wooden church, grotto and fountain, tin chapel. Relaxed borders and rare shrubs. Lakeside replanted and water garden at western end re-established.

Owner Info

Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall
Walcot Hall

About Walcot Hall

Walcot Hall is a privately owned Georgian mansion lived in by the Parish family.

It is available to hire for weddings, parties, concerts & retreats. There are a large number of holiday lets including the glamping options that are set in the Arboretum. The Powis Arms in Lydbury North is adjacent to the entrance. It is part of the estate and is open for lunch & dinner and has a lovely campsite attached to it.

Location details

Walcot Hall,
Lydbury North,
Shropshire,
SY7 8AZ

Directions to Walcot Hall
B4385 Craven Arms to Bishop's Castle, turn L by The Powis Arms in Lydbury North.

Walcot Hall openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in the Ballroom.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in the Ballroom.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:30-17:00

Accessibility

  • The garden adjacent to the ballroom is accessible via a gently sloping bank, as is the walled garden and arboretum.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Walcot Hall. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Walcot Hall. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Walcot Hall, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Walcot Hall does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Walcot Hall is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.