Explore Burghley House and Gardens - Self-guided visit

Your visit will begin with arrival and orientation from our Education Team. After that, the structure of the day is largely up to you and can be shaped around your learning objectives, chosen areas and the pace that works best for your group.

We can recommend how to divide your time and any optional areas you plan to include, and suggest a structure that helps the day run smoothly. Full practical information will be shared before your visit.

A range of indoor and outdoor spaces are available for picnic lunches. The location will depend on your visit arrangements and the weather.

Our required adult-to-pupil ratios vary for each key stage. Please see below the supervision requirements: 
 

• KS1 - 1 adult to 5 pupils.

• KS2/KS3 - 1 adult to 10 pupils.

• KS4 - 1 adult to 14 pupils.

Adults providing dedicated support for SEND pupils are additional to these ratios.

Visiting school staff and accompanying adults remain responsible for pupil supervision throughout the visit, including during breaks and lunch.

Yes. Risk assessments are available for our learning spaces and activities, and we can share the relevant documents with you on request to help with your planning.

These are intended to support your school’s own risk assessment rather than replace it, so visiting schools remain responsible for completing their own assessment and supervising pupils throughout the visit.

Yes. Once a booking is confirmed, free pre-visits are available for up to four teachers, giving you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the site and complete your risk assessment. Pre-visits must be booked at least two working days in advance with the Education Team.

Pupils should bring:

• A packed lunch and drink
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Comfortable footwear
• Any medication or personal support items they require

Bag storage is available for school groups, and your arrival information will explain where it is located.

If you'd like to book this Self-guided visit, click the Enquire Now button. You’ll be asked to select a preferred date and complete a short enquiry form with details about your group. Please add some details around your learning objectives in the notes section. Our Education Team will then get in touch to confirm availability and explain the next steps. If you'd like to choose an alternative package, return to the package listings, select your package and click the Enquire Now button on that package page.

Submitting an enquiry does not immediately confirm the booking. Our Education Team will check availability for your preferred date(s) and package and aim to respond within three working days. After discussing the details of your visit, we’ll send you a booking confirmation form to approve and return, which will secure your booking.

Of course! Pupils are very welcome to dress in costume to match their learning topic, which can add to the sense of immersion. There is no requirement to do so, however, and school uniform or everyday clothes are equally suitable. 

Please note that costumes are not provided by Burghley.