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.
State Rooms
The State Rooms are open Saturday to Thursday, 10.30am to 4.30pm (closed Fridays). Last entry is at 4pm.
The open season runs from 14 March to 1 November 2026. The house is closed during winter months for essential upkeep, maintenance and conservation. Please note that the house will be closed for the duration of the Defender Burghley Horse Trials (3 to 6 September 2026).
Gardens
The Sculpture Garden and Garden of Surprises are open daily, 10am to 5pm. Last entry is at 4.30pm.
Gardens are open during February Half Term (14 to 22 February 2026), followed by weekend-only openings until 14 March. Additional weekend openings are available on 28 February & 1 March, 7 & 8 March, and 7 & 8 and 14 & 15 November. Daily openings resume from 14 March to 1 November 2026. The gardens are closed during winter months for essential upkeep, maintenance and conservation, and will be closed for the duration of the Defender Burghley Horse Trials (3 to 6 September 2026).
South Gardens
The South Gardens are open on selected dates throughout the year. Visitors are advised to keep an eye on social media for information about opening dates. Annual Passes are valid for South Gardens open weeks.
Hide & Secrets Adventure Play
Adventure Play is open daily, 10am to 5pm. Last entry is at 4.30pm.
It is open during February Half Term (14 to 22 February 2026), followed by weekend-only openings until 14 March. Additional weekend openings are available on 28 February & 1 March, 7 & 8 March, and 7 & 8 and 14 & 15 November. Daily openings resume from 14 March to 1 November 2026. Adventure Play is closed during winter months for essential upkeep, maintenance and conservation, and will be closed for the duration of the Defender Burghley Horse Trials (3 to 6 September 2026).
Guided Tours
Guided tours of the house are available on most days during the open season. Visitors are advised to check with the team on arrival for times and availability.
Special Events
- Dawn Walk in the Gardens — 9 May 2026
- May Half Term Fun — 23 to 31 May 2026
- Wildflower Walk at Dawn — 6 June 2026
- Rose Tour, Talk & Tea in the Gardens — 18 June 2026
- Easter Egg Treasure Hunt — dates to be confirmed
- Burghley Halloween Trail — dates to be confirmed
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
Beastly Boring Tours
Burghley House
Rose Tour, Talk and Tea
Burghley House
Living History Display
Burghley House
South Gardens Summer Opening
Burghley House
After Hours Architecture & Landscape Tour
Burghley House
Sounds of the 40s in the Gardens
Burghley House
Jazz in the Gardens
Burghley House
Sounds of the 40s in the Gardens
Burghley House
Jazz in the Gardens
Burghley House
Summer Fine Food Market
Burghley House
Defender Burghley Horse Trials
Burghley House
Burghley By Twilight
Burghley House
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