Burghley House
The greatest Elizabethan house in England.
Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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EV charging options
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
Visit beautiful Burghley, a magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures.
Built in the 16th Century, Burghley is the heart-felt legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I and the generations of his family who have lived here ever since, ensuring that this great House and Estate continues to thrive.
Discover the meandering Gardens full of imaginative planting, sculpture and surprises sure to delight. In the surrounding Parkland enjoy space and tranquillity amongst the fallow deer and ancient trees and take in the sweeping vistas created by the extraordinary vision of ‘Capability’ Brown.
Enjoy endless hours of outdoor fun at Hide & Secrets Adventure Play. Fun-packed woodland play zones lead to the huge Hidden Towers play structure with multi-level play including two enormous slides, climbing walls, wobbly walkways, tunnels and lookout nests.
Every great day out includes time for some good food and drink, and you’ll find plenty of delicious options on offer at Burghley. A Barista coffee on the go, a long and lazy brunch to set you up for the day or a slice of cake to keep you going, there’s something for everyone.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Burghley House and Estate Opening Times
The following is a detailed summary of the opening times and availability of various attractions and facilities at Burghley House and Estate:
House
The House is currently closed for essential upkeep and conservation. It will reopen for the 2026 season on 14 March 2026.
Gardens
The Gardens, including the Garden of Surprises and the Sculpture Garden, are closed for the winter season. They will reopen on 14 February 2026.
Adventure Play (Hide & Secrets)
The Adventure Play area is closed for the winter season and will reopen on 14 February 2026.
Parkland
The Parkland is open daily from 7am to dusk throughout the year.
Orangery Restaurant
The Orangery Restaurant is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. It will be closed for the winter from 22 December 2025 to 6 January 2026.
Garden Café
The Garden Café is open daily from 9:30am to 3pm. It will be closed on 22–25 December 2025 and 2–6 January 2026.
Shops
- Courtyard Shop: Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Closed from 22 December 2025 to 4 February 2026.
- Garden Shop: Closed for the winter season. Reopens on 14 February 2026.
- Burghley Christmas Shop: Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Closed from 22 December 2025.
Visitor Toilets
- Garden Café toilets: Closed from 22–25 December 2025 and 2–6 January 2026.
- Chestnut Courtyard toilets: Closed from 22 December 2025 to 6 January 2026.
Special Events
Several events are planned for 2026, including:
- Burghley 7 Road Race: 1 March 2026
- Burghley Multisport Weekend: 8–10 May 2026
- Battle Proms Concert: 11 July 2026
- Classic Ibiza: 25 July 2026
- Defender Burghley Horse Trials: 3–6 September 2026
For more information on these events, please refer to the event details provided.
We hope this summary provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the opening times and availability of attractions at Burghley House and Estate.
Free admission for Historic Houses members to Burghley House, Gardens and Adventure Play. Historic Houses tickets are available on arrival only and cannot be booked online. A valid Historic Houses membership card must be presented, otherwise full admission will be charged.
Historic Houses membership is not valid for free entry to the Easter Egg Treasure Hunt.
With its dramatic skyline and towering obelisk clock tower, Burghley was built to impress and the State Rooms are simply awe-inspiring. Discover the enormous collection of historic paintings, ceramics and works of art, many of which still stand where they were first recorded in 1688.
This amazing treasure house remains a much loved family home and we welcome groups to come and discover its fascinating history on one of our guided or self-guided tours.
Educational opportunities dealing with historical, artistic, performance, literacy, mathematical and scientific themes are available all year round.
Visits can be self-led using free, supporting materials or guided by our experienced house staff and education officer, who delivers many themes in period costume.
Schools are encouraged to make their visit in period-style costume if appropriate.
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
Getting here
Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY
The main visitor entrance is at ///decisive.bought.eyeliner. What does this mean?
Burghley is 1 mile from Stamford and 20 minutes north of Peterborough on the A1.
Burghley’s nearest station is Stamford, approximately 1 mile from the entrance. This is either a pleasant 30 minute walk taking you through the park or a short taxi ride.
There is also an hourly bus service run by Delaine which serves the outlying villages and links Peterborough to Stamford.
Forthcoming events
Remember, special events are excluded from free entry for members
Snowdrop Walk in the Gardens
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South Gardens Spring Opening
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Beastly Boring Tours
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Easter Egg Treasure Hunt
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Spring Fine Food Market
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Dawn Walk in the Gardens
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Wildflower Walk at Dawn
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Rose Tour, Talk and Tea
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South Gardens Summer Opening
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Burghley By Twilight
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