Badminton House, English country house in Badminton, England
Badminton House is an English country house in Gloucestershire with a Palladian stone facade and symmetrical wings. The estate includes extensive gardens with geometric beds, avenues of trees, and Worcester Lodge as the main entrance to the park.
Construction began in 1660 under the first Duke of Beaufort and continued until 1750. William Kent redesigned parts of the interior during the 1740s for the fourth Duke.
The estate gave its name to the sport of badminton, which was first played here in the 19th century. St. Michael's church with its medieval wall paintings sits directly beside the main building and remains open to visitors.
The paths through the gardens work best for walks in dry weather, with sturdy footwear recommended. Worcester Lodge marks the main access point and provides orientation across the wide grounds.
During World War II, Queen Mary occupied most of the building as a refuge. The ducal family temporarily moved into the side wings.
Location: Badminton
Architects: William Kent
Part of: Badminton Estate
GPS coordinates: 51.54550,-2.28045
Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:55
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Church of St Michael and All Angels
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Parish Church of St Mary
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Park Cottage
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1 and 2, Old Down Road
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Hermit's Cell The Root House
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Lypiatt Barn
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Dovecote at Little Badminton
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Hollybush Farmhouse
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Chestnut House
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Milestone At Ngr St 7970 8257
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The Almshouse And Former School And Boundary Walls And Gate Piers To The Road
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Essex House, And Front Boundary Walls And Gate Piers
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Badminton House Servants Wing, Adjoining And Immediately To The South West Of Badminton House
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Milestone, Station Road at ST8087181287
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Milestone, E of Newhouse Farm
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The Cottage
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