Name: Burghley House
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Bottle Lodges

Access route to Burghley for pedestrians and cyclists only.

Visitor arriving by car should use the Main Visitor Entrance on Barnack Road.

Burghley House

Open daily (closed Fridays)
10.30am - 4.30pm

A magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures.

One of the largest and grandest houses of the 16th Century, Burghley is the heart-felt legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I.

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Chestnut Courtyard Toilets

Accessed from the Chestnut Courtyard.

Ladies, Gents, Disabled and Baby Change facilities.

Level access available.

Courtyard Shop

Open daily
10.30am - 5pm

A beautiful range of homewares and accessories as well as jewellery, toiletries and food gifts.

There is something for everyone with many of the gifts inspired by Burghley itself. We also offer an extensive range of books which includes titles on the Cecil family and Burghley House as well as postcards, stationery, clothes and toys.

Courtyard Shop

Deer Park

Open year round
7am to dusk

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 in the 18th century.

The Deer Park is open daily for you to explore and enjoy with parking available at no charge.

For the safety and protection of livestock and wildlife, please keep your dog on a lead at all times in the Deer Park.

Disabled Parking

Disabled parking for visitors to the House and Gardens, shops and restaurants.

Disabled parking for Adventure Play visitors is located in the main Visitor Car Park.

Hide & Secrets Adventure Play

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm

Get ready for epic adventures at Hide & Secrets.

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.

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Hide & Secrets Toilets

Open daily
10am - 5pm

Located in Hide & Secrets Adventure Play (ticketholder access only).

Ladies, Gents, Disabled and Baby Change facilities.

Level access available.

Hide & Secrets Entrance and Ticket Desk

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm

Day Tickets and Annual Passes are available online in advance or at the Ticket Desk. Book online in advance for a 10% discount.

Adult, Child (age 3-15) and Family (2 adults/3 children) tickets are available. Children 2 and under are free.

Book Tickets

House Entrance and Ticket Desk

Open daily (closed Fridays)
10.30am - 4.30pm
Last admission 4pm

Garden Café

Open daily
10am - 5pm

Drop into the Garden Café for a freshly made barista coffee, light lunch, slice of homemade cake or pick up a children’s lunch box during your day at Burghley or after a walk in the Parkland.

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Garden Café Toilets

Accessed from the Garden Café courtyard.

Ladies, Gents, Disabled and Baby Change facilities.

Level access available.

Gardens Entrance and Ticket Desk

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm

Day Tickets and Annual Passes are available online in advance or at the Ticket Desk. Book online in advance for a 10% discount.

Adult, Child (age 3-15) and Family (2 adults/3 children) tickets are available. Children 2 and under are free.

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Garden Shop

Open daily
10am - 5pm

The Garden Shop, located at the entrance to the Gardens, stocks a superb range of high quality plants along with British made gardening tools and pretty garden related accessories. You'll also find a great selection of games, toys and irresistible gifts.

Open daily from 15 March 2025.

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Garden of Surprises

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm

This enchanting garden is inspired by the Elizabethan fascination with astrology, astronomy and classical civilisations.

Watch the tranquil water features, peer into the misty depths of the moss house, venture through the mirrored maze and find yourself at the centre of the world using the longitudinal dial.

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Lion Bridge

Lion Bridge was designed by Britain’s most famous landscape designer, Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown, who masterminded extensive re-landscaping and alterations to Burghley Park and House between 1755 and 1778.

Offering one of most-loved vistas of Burghley House, the short walk to Lion Bridge is a must during your visit.

Main Visitor Entrance

The Main Visitor Entrance for visitors arriving by car to Burghley is located on Barnack Road.

There is a bus stop here for visitors travelling on the local bus service.

Sculpture Garden

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm

This beautiful and tranquil garden is an open-air gallery, home to a collection of striking sculpture.

The works are displayed alongside sweeping borders, broad drifts of wildflowers and naturalistic planting. Enjoy serene views across Capability Brown's great lake and explore the meandering pathways.

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Station Gate

Access route to Burghley for pedestrians and cyclists only.

Visitor arriving by car should use the Main Visitor Entrance on Barnack Road.

The Dairy

Nestled in the heart of the Burghley Estate, The Dairy is a spectacular 19th Century building with an idyllic rural setting and stunning views of Burghley House and its surrounding Parkland.

Available to book for self-catering breaks for up to 20 guests, corporate away days and special occasions.

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The Orangery Restaurant

Open daily (excluding selected Fridays)
10am - 5pm

The Orangery restaurant serves locally sourced dishes throughout the day, including delicious breakfasts, a seasonal lunch menu and luxury afternoon teas. You can book ahead or simply walk in on the day.

Ladies and Gents toilets available. Disabled and Baby Change located in the nearby Chestnut Courtyard.

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The Potting Shed

Open weekends & holidays

Got a craving for something sweet? Need a pick-me-up with a refreshing smoothie or beverage? Or perhaps you’re in search of the finest coffee in town? Look no further – our new Potting Shed is a must-visit!

The Muddy Mole

Open daily
10am - 5pm

The Muddy Mole is set right in the heart of the action in Hide & Secrets Adventure Play, serving tasty hot dogs and snacks to take away, as well as hot and cold drinks.

Ticket required to enter Adventure Play.

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Visitor Car Park

Adventure Play Disabled Parking
Electric Vehicle Charging Points

Parking at Burghley is open year round and is available at no charge.

Disabled parking for House and Gardens visitors is located in a dedicated parking area close to the House.

Botanic Tapestry

South Gardens 15 - 21 April
Sculpture Garden from 26 April
10am - 5pm

Step into the transformed historic gardens Burghley House, brought to life by Botanic Tapestry, an exciting outdoor art installation created by the artist duo Graphic Rewilding.

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South Gardens

Open 15 - 21 April 2025
Open 30 Jun - 6 July 2025
10am - 5pm

Viewed from the windows of the State Rooms above, these gardens offer a splash of colour and an injection of formality into Capability Brown’s Arcadian and sweeping vistas.

Spring Opening | Enjoy the magnificent seasonal displays as the spring blooms give an injection of colour into the beautiful 28-acre garden. Included with any Admission Ticket.

The Gardens

Garden Classroom

Family craft workshops are available in the Garden Classroom during school holidays. Enjoy a range of creative and seasonal sessions. Advance booking is required, view our Events calendar to see what's on.

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