Burghley House Summary

• Address: Stamford, PE9 3JY (Map)
• Tel: +44 (0)1780 752451
• Fax: +44 (0)1780 480125
• Owner: Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited
• Administrator: The House Manager
• E-mail: Click here to contact
• Website: Go to the Burghley House website

Burghley is happy for its superb facilities to be made available for Corporate Entertainment and Special Functions, and welcomes Enquiries.

The Grounds
The Lake was created by Capability Brown in 1775-80. He discovered a seam of waterproof "blue" clay within a natural fault in the limestone and was able to enlarge the original 9 acre pond to the existing 26 acre lake and to give everyone the impression that they were looking at a meandering river.

The Lion Bridge was designed by him, costing 1,000 guineas in 1778. Originally, coade-stone lions were used as ornamentation but these perished and the existing stone examples, made by Herbert Gilbert, a local mason, have been in place since 1844.

"Capability" Brown also designed the Orangery, in the Gothic revival style - and there you can enjoy light refreshments in what is now a licensed coffee shop and restaurant. Relax in a spacious welcoming setting overlooking the rose beds and gardens. The Orangery offers a wide range of delicious food, waitress-served in splendid surroundings, and is open between 11.00 and 16.00 - coffee, tea and light refreshments, many of which are home made, are available all day. You can enjoy lunch between 12 noon and 14.30.

Opening Times - 2012

• 17th March -28th October: daily (except Fridays), 11 am - 5 pm (last admission 4.30 pm)
• Guided tour available at 10.30 am or 3.30 pm for groups (subject to availablity)

Orangery Restaurant & Gift Shop only:

• 17th March -28th October: daily, 11 am - 5 pm (Gift Shop closed Fridays)
• 29th October - 16th March: Wednesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm

Gardens of Surprise

• 17th March -28th October: daily, 11 am - 5 pm (last admission 4.30 pm)

Park:

• All year - Free except on event days

Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets) - 2012

House & Gardens of Surprise:

• Adults - £13.80 (£12.50)
• Child (3-15 years) - £7.00 (£6.30)
• Seniors/Students - £12.50 (£11.20)
• Family (2+2) - £36.50 (£33.00)
• Group (20+) - £12.20 (£11.00)

Gardens of Surprise only:

• Adult - £8.00 (£7.00)
• Child (3-15 years) - £5.30 (£4.80)
• Seniors/Students - £6.80 (£6.00)
• Family (2+2) - £26.00 (£23.50)
• Group (20+) - £6.50 (£5.90)

Further information including opening times and prices

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Events for Burghley House

• Battle Proms Concert - 07 July 2012
  Gates Open - 4.30 pm & Show begins - 7.15 pm: Bring a picnic and visit the traditional fairground stalls before the show begins. Mounted cavalry demonstrate battlefield skills with lances and rifles. The musical programme begins with a volley of shots from The English Field Artillery Company. The New English Concert Orchestra provide powerful orchestral music including Beethoven’s Wellington’s Victory, with 193 cannons, musket fire and fireworks. Also includes a magnificent aerial Spitfire display.
• Burghley Fine Food Market - 26 August 2012 to 27 August 2012
  10 am - 4 pm: A celebration of local produce - more than 20 local producers of cheese, bread, vegetables and meat in The Courtyard. Free admission.
• Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials - 30 August 2012 to 02 September 2012
  Some of the greatest international riders will take part in this premier equestrian event. This is a 4 star three day event that also includes over 600 trade stands.
• Burghley Flower Festival - 06 October 2012 to 11 October 2012
  Local flower societies take inspiration from the painted ceilings, seventeenth century art or the original purpose of a room and create beautiful floral displays to tranform this great Elizabethan house.
• Burghley Flower Festival - 13 October 2012 to 14 October 2012
  Local flower societies take inspiration from the painted ceilings, seventeenth century art or the original purpose of a room and create beautiful floral displays to tranform this great Elizabethan house.

• The Burghley Pumpkin Trail - 20 October 2012 to 28 October 2012
  11 am - 5 pm (last admission 4.30 pm): The Burghley Pumpkin Trail takes place around the Sculpture Garden walk along through crispy Autumn leaves searching for the hidden pumpkins and then receive a treat. Free entry with a House and Gardens or Gardens only ticket.
• Burghley Fine Food Market - 01 December 2012 to 02 December 2012
  10 am - 4 pm: A celebration of local produce - more than 20 local producers of cheese, bread, vegetables and meat in The Courtyard. Free admission.

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Additional Info for Burghley House

• Parks
• Gardens
• Groups
• Weddings
• Disabled Access
• Education
• Refreshments
• Picnics
• Guides
• Meals Available
• Filming
• Gifts
• Shop
• Car Parking

Heritage Groups

• English Heritage
• Historic Houses Association

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