Prior Park
National Trust landscape garden in Widcombe
About Prior Park
Prior Park Landscape Garden is an 18th-century landscape garden on Ralph Allen Drive in Widcombe, cared for by the National Trust since 1993. It was created by the local entrepreneur Ralph Allen, with advice from Capability Brown and the poet Alexander Pope, in a sweeping valley above the city. It...
Highlights
- Palladian bridge
- Restored lakes and cascade
- Views over the city
- Edwardian summerhouse
- Silent Space trail
Opening Hours
Features & Facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book?
No pre-booking is needed. Pay or show your National Trust membership card on arrival.
Is there parking at Prior Park?
No. There is no on-site parking, so use the park and rides or city centre parking. Limited accessible parking can be pre-booked by phone.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs on leads are welcome.
Is it suitable for wheelchairs?
Partly. There are short level routes at the top of the garden and around the lakes, but the paths between the upper and lower garden are steep and unsuitable for wheelchairs and mobility vehicles.
How do I get there by bus?
Take the number 2 bus from Dorchester Street, which stops just in front of the entrance gate.
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