Burghley House

Explore Burghley’s magnificent 16th century architecture, browse the family’s private fine art collections and discover 300-acres of deer park in the grounds.

The grandest house of the first Elizabethan age.

For over 500 years Burghley has filled people with awe and inspiration. So much more than a house, Burghley offers a unique glimpse of the way great houses have been lived in from the time of Queen Elizabeth 1 to the present day.

There's so much to explore at Burghley. Discover the meandering gardens full of imaginative planting, sculpture and surprises sure to delight. In the surrounding Parkland 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.

New for 2023 part of the estate grounds will open to the public for the first time after being transformed into an awesome woodland adventure play area. Themed around William Cecil as the country’s first Chief Spymaster, the play area is called Hide & Secrets and features a series of fun packed play zones that lead to Hidden Towers. Inspired by the distinctive architecture of Burghley House, the Hidden Towers play structure is packed with multi-level play, enormous slides, climbing walls, wobbly walkways and more. Whispering funnels, code cracking games and secret tunnels will keep curious little spies busy exploring.

Every great day out includes time for some good food and drink, and you’ll find plenty of delicious options on offer at Burghley. A Barista coffee on the go, a long and lazy brunch to set you up for the day or a slice of cake to keep you going, there's something for everyone.