Burghley House

Book Burghley House tickets & visit the most magical estate in Lincolnshire

Visit beautiful Burghley, a magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures.

Explore the beautiful Gardens, get ready for epic adventures in Hide & Secrets Adventure Play and enjoy sweeping vistas and rolling landscapes in the surrounding Parkland.

Burghley House Tickets:

  • House Gardens & Play
  • Adventure Play & Gardens
  • Gift Aid tickets include a 10% voluntary donation.

There's so much to explore at Burghley

Spanning over 50-acres of parkland, Burghley House offers a wide range of things to see and do, suitable for all ages. 

  • The House: Built in the 16th century, Burghley is the heart-felt legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I and the generations of his family who have lived here ever since, ensuring that this great House and Estate continues to thrive. Burghley offers a unique glimpse of the way great houses have been lived in from the time of Queen Elizabeth I to the present day.
  • The Gardens: Find hidden trails, imaginative planting and Elizabethan trickery as you explore the Burghley Gardens. With two spectacular gardens, each have their own distinct atmosphere and beauty.
  • Hide & Secrets Adventure Play: Burghley’s awesome woodland adventure play area Hide & Secrets is themed around William Cecil as the country’s first Chief Spymaster and features a series of fun packed play zones that lead to the Hidden Towers.
  • Deer Park: Enjoy space and tranquility amongst the fallow deer and ancient trees and take in the sweeping parkland vistas of created by the extraordinary vision of ‘Capability’ Brown.

Enjoy great food and drink at Burghley House

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.

Book Burghley House tickets today and enjoy one of the best things to do in Stamford for families on this historical day out!

Location

Burghley House

Burghley Park,
Stamford,
Lincolnshire,
PE9 3JY
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How to find us

Address: Burghley House, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY

What3Words: bluffing.shadow.options

Sat Nav: PE9 3JU

Parking: Free parking onsite. 

  • Please note: Some Sat Nav systems attempt to send traffic through the Parklands roads, which are not accessibly via car. 

By Public Transport:

  • Train: The closest train station is Stamford, approximately half a mile from the entrance to the Parkland and 1.5 miles to Burghley House.
  • Bus: Delaine bus services stop opposite the Main Visitor Entrance on Barnack Road. It's approximately 600m to The House entrance from here. 
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Free parking
  • Food and drink
  • Toilets
  • Public transport accessible 
More Info
Is Burghley House in Lincolnshire wheelchair accessible?

Where possible, Burghley House is accessible for wheelchair, mobility scooter and buggy users. 

  • Wheelchair users can access the State Rooms and Orangery Restaurant via Stannah stairlifts.
  • Wheelchair users must be able to transfer themselves from a wheelchair to the stairlift and back, unaided.
  • Hide & Secrets Adventure Play has been designed with accessibility in mind. Accessible ramps and turning circles provide level access to the lower levels of the Hidden Towers and Under 5s play structures where specially designed interactive play features are in place. One of the look-out platforms across the gorge has ramp access. All pathways have been designed to be wheelchair-friendly.
  • The Sculpture Garden has paths that are gravel, and some open areas of the Gardens are very uneven without pathways. 
  • The Courtyard and Garden Shops have ramp access.
  • Disabled parking and toilet facilities are available onsite. 
Is Burghley House in Stamford dog-friendly?

Dogs, other than assistance dogs, are not permitted in the House, Gardens, Adventure Play, restaurants or shops.  Dogs on leads are welcome in the Parkland and in the outdoor seating area at the Garden Café.

What are the opening times for Burghley House in Stamford?

Opening times for 2025 are as follows:

  • House Open Season – 15th March to 2nd November 2025
  • Gardens & Adventure Play Open Season – 15th February to 16th November 2025
Is there food and drink available at Burghley House in Lincolnshire?

There are a range of eateries onsite at Burghley House. 

  • The Orangery Restaurant: Enjoy locally-sourced dishes, including delicious breakfasts, seasonal lunch menus and luxury afternoon teas.
  • The Garden Cafe: Freshly-made barista coffee, light lunches, homemade cakes and children's lunchboxes. 
  • The Potting Shed: Grab a hot drink or delicious ice-cream. Open weekends and during holidays. 
  • The Muddy Mole: Tasty hot dogs, snacks, hot and cold drinks to takeaway. 

You are also welcome to bring your own food for picnics in the Parkland. 

Barbecues and open fires are not permitted. 

Is there anything else to know about Burghley House?

Please note: Burghley House is a cashless site. 

Smoking and vaping are not permitted in visitor areas.

The water features in the Garden of Surprises are not designed for water play.

For the safety of visitors, Burghley may have to close at short notice due to high winds or extreme weather. Please check the weather and website before travelling. 

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