Gardens & Adventure Play

at Burghley House
Lincolnshire Available until Tue 1 Sept

Over 25% off with advance Family Tickets

Valid for 2 adults & up to 3 children

Book Gardens & Adventure Play tickets & discover Award-winning gardens & outdoor adventure play at Burghley House in Stamford

Explore Burghley’s spectacular gardens and incredible Hide & Secrets Adventure Play area! Discover a world of horticulture, history, imaginative play and outdoor excitement. From tranquil strolls to high‑energy climbing structures, Burghley offers a full family experience packed with beauty, discovery and adventure.

  • Immerse yourself in gardens filled with imaginative planting, sculpture, seasonal colour and Elizabethan‑inspired surprises 
  • Discover the enchanting Garden of Surprises with bubbling fountains, mirrored maze, grotto, rills and classical‑themed features around every corner 
  • Stroll through the Sculpture Garden, an open‑air gallery showcasing striking artworks within sweeping borders and Capability Brown landscapes 
  • Experience Hide & Secrets Adventure Play - Burghley’s woodland play world themed around William Cecil, the Queen’s first Chief Spymaster 
  • Climb, slide and explore the multi‑level Hidden Towers with climbing walls, slides, wobbly walkways, lookout nests and secret tunnels
  • Enjoy toddler‑friendly play zones, sensory features, accessible pathways and lookout platforms for all explorers
  • Refuel at The Muddy Mole refreshment cabin, located at the heart of the adventure play area with family‑friendly snacks and drinks

Incredible outdoor play areas & award-winning gardens in Stamford - all included in your Gardens & Adventure Play tickets

  • Book online in advance & save up to 10% per ticket! Available up until midnight the day before your visit.
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
  • Location: Burghley House, Peterborough, Stamford PE9 3JY
  • Tickets Include: Access to Hide & Secrets Adventure Play, the Garden of Surprises & the Sculpture Garden

Bursting with life, Burghley Gardens feature imaginative planting, sculpture and surprises sure to delight

Discover horticulture, sculpture and sensational seasonal colour as you stroll through two spectacular gardens - each with their own distinct atmosphere & beauty. 

  • Garden of Surprises: A playful, interactive garden inspired by Elizabethan astrology and classical civilisation. Features bubbling fountains, mirrored maze, grottos, rills and unexpected sensory moments.
  • Sculpture Garden: A serene, art‑filled open-air gallery showcasing contemporary sculptures surrounded by wildflower banks, sweeping borders and Capability Brown landscapes. 
  • Capability Brown Landscapes: Undulating historic landscapes with tranquil views across lakes and curated planting. 

Entering through a hidden stone arch, be transported into a magical outdoor setting at Burghley's Adventure Play: Hide & Secrets

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.

  • Hidden Towers: Multi‑level towers with climbing walls, rope bridges, lookout nests, tunnels and two enormous slides. 
  • Spy-Themed Missions: Whispering funnels, code‑breaking challenges and imaginative spy‑based activities referencing William Cecil’s role as Chief Spymaster.
  • Spymaster's Guide: Pick up your free Spymaster's Guide activity booklet upon arrival - guaranteed to ignite imaginations.
  • Toddler & Accessible Zone: Mini slides, low‑level climbing, sensory walls and inclusive access routes. 
  • Nature Discovery Features: Bug houses, butterfly banks, woodland dens and tunnels providing hands‑on nature engagement.
  • The Muddy Mole: A refreshment cabin serving snacks, drinks and family favourites right in the centre of the play area!

Book Burghley Gardens & Adventure Play tickets today and enjoy a day of natural beauty, imaginative play and outdoor exploration at one of England’s most-famous historic estates. Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.

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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