Learning & School Visits

Name: Burghley House
Price range: $

Get ready for a range of fun and engaging educational activities

Burghley is a historical and inspiring venue for learning. The House, Gardens and wider Estate are rich in opportunities to create memorable experiences and spark imaginations.

Choose from a selection of themed days and workshops developed to target specific National Curriculum areas or let us help you pick from a wide range of activity options to create a day tailored to your group's individual requirements.

School visits to Burghley include

Activities led by fully trained Burghley House Education Team
Use of appropriate indoor or outdoor classroom areas for activities and picnic lunches
All equipment and materials
Full risk assessments for all activities
Wide range of subjects and locations covered including; history, natural sciences, art and literacy
Toilet facilities including accessible toilets
Generous free places allowance for accompanying adults

Price per child per day is £9 with a minimum charge of £180.

Self-guided Gardens only visits are available at £7.50 per person.

All workshops last approximately 1 hour unless otherwise stated.

Take a look at the range of activities we can offer to different age groups below.

Key Stage 1

Learning sessions for Key Stage 1 pupils.

Key Stage 1

Key Stage 2

Learning sessions for Key Stage 2 pupils.

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 3

Learning sessions for Key Stage 3 pupils.

Key Stage 3

Key Stage 4

Learning sessions for Key Stage 4 pupils.

Key Stage 4

Post 16

Learning sessions for Post 16 pupils.

Post 16

Online Learning Resources

We have created an array of online and digital resources so no matter where you are, you can always learn that little bit more about Burghley.

View resources

Workshops at your school

Historically themed workshops led by our expert team for schools to enjoy. Burghley's experienced costumed leaders will guide learners through carefully planned sessions - designed to be engaging, enlightening and fun!

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We have had an amazing day. Being in the Great Hall was a bonus.

School visit (Year 4) | June 2025

Thank you for our perfect Tudor day. I loved the bit when we asked Henry VIII questions on trial. I also liked the dancing and looking around in the kitchen with all the pots and pans.

Year 4 visitor | September 2024

Thank you for a fantastic day! We loved everything...the massive trees, the beautiful flowers, the Garden of Surprises and the amazing Adventure Play.

School Visit (Year 1) | September 2024

The Clay Workshop met our National Curriculum needs perfectly. We went home inspired, thank you for a fantastic day out.

School visit (Year 1 &3) | July 2023

It was a fantastic experience for the children and it was very well organised and managed by the Burghley team, who were all very friendly and helpful. Thank you for making our visit so exciting and memorable for the children.

School Visit (Year 3) | June 2023

The children had a fabulous day and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. They've learnt so much and will remember today for many years.

School visit (Year 4) | September 2022

Helpful staff, very knowledgeable and prompt responses, all very easy! The children learned so much and had the best day.

School visit (Year 5) | September 2022

Plan your visit

Get in touch with our dedicated Education Team to start planning your trip to Burghley.

Email Education Team