15 - 31 Mar - Aug 2025
Included with Admission
Outdoor Art Installation: Botanic Tapestry
An artistic bridge to nature
See the historic gardens of Burghley House transformed by Botanic Tapestry, an exciting outdoor art installation created by artist duo Graphic Rewilding. Featuring striking botanical flags, the exhibition celebrates the harmony between art, nature, and history, bringing a bold new vision to Burghley’s stunning grounds.
Inspired by Burghley’s Landscape and Collections
Each design in this captivating series draws inspiration from Burghley’s lush gardens, wildflower meadows, and diverse ecosystems, as well as the intricate flora depicted in the still lifes, marquetry, ceramics, and textiles in Burghley’s Collections.
Graphic Rewilding have offered their own artistic interpretation, weaving nature’s beauty into contemporary art. Flowers, insects, butterflies, and foliage come to life, with dynamic patterns and colours reflecting the elegance and energy of Burghley’s thriving landscape and rich artistic heritage.
Immerse Yourself in Art and Nature
More than just a visual statement, Botanic Tapestry highlights the deep connection between nature and well-being. This unique art experience invites you to pause, reflect, and immerse yourself in the landscape, fostering a renewed appreciation for the natural world around you.
Changing perspectives
Botanic Tapestry unfolds in two stages, offering a fresh perspective throughout the year. From 15 March to 21 April 2025, the flags will form a grand processional route through Burghley’s South Gardens set against the dramatic south façade of Burghley House. With the South Gardens open for just a few weeks each year, this exhibition presents a rare opportunity to explore this exclusive setting while engaging with art in nature.
The installation will then move to the Sculpture Garden for the summer season, running from 26 April 2025. Here, Botanic Tapestry will be reimagined in a stunning new setting along the banks of Burghley's lake with the flags stretching across the dam in a spectacular display. New additions bring drama and discovery: look out for the monumental banner suspended high in the trees, and botanical fabric wraps on trees dotted throughout the garden.
About Graphic Rewilding
Graphic Rewilding are on a mission to reconnect people with the natural world through art, fostering positive mental well-being. The artists are working across the globe, with artworks unveiled in China in 2024 and new works across the US being launched later this year. Botanic Tapestry at Burghley marks their largest and most ambitious UK project to date.
Ticket information
South Gardens
15 March - 21 April
Sculpture Garden
26 April - 31 August 2025
Times
10am - 5pm
Admission Tickets
From Adult £10, Child £8
Additional Information
Accessibility | The Gardens are mostly accessible to wheelchair users but please be aware that the paths are gravel and some of the open grassed areas are undulated without pathways. Accessible toilets are available at the Garden Café.
