Chiswick House (English Heritage)

A pioneering example of neoclassical architecture inspired by ancient Rome Arguably one of the most glorious examples of eighteenth-century British architecture, Chiswick House was designed by the third Earl of Burlington, 1694-1753. A promoter of the Palladian style, first pioneered in England by Inigo Jones, Lord Burlington sought to create the kind of house and garden found in the suburbs of ancient Rome. To do this, he employed William Kent to design sumptuous interiors to contrast with the pure white exterior.

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Access to house: Via gravel courtyard. One step at entrance - ramp available. Ground floor all level; first floor reached via spiral staircase or portico steps. Weather permitting, stair climber is available to first floor. Seats provided in video room, Dome Saloon and Lower Tribune. One wheelchair available in house.
Access to grounds: Level access on tarmac or gravel paths except for Terrace Walk owing to gradient. Benches provided.
Parking: Disabled visitors may park outside the house by arrangement
Visually Impaired Visitors: Audio tour included in admission price. Visitors to cellars should be accompanied; steep steps and low ceilings. Barrels may be touched.
Hearing Impaired Visitors: Audio tour with hearing loop included in admission price.
Visitors With Learning Difficulties: Basic language audio tour included in admission price
Facilities Toilets: Adapted WC available.
Exhibition: Access via ramp.
Shop: Access via ramp