Burghley House, Burghley House, Stamford (2026)

Built between 1555 and 1587, the main part of the House has 35 major rooms on the ground and first floors. There are more than 80 lesser rooms and numerous halls, corridors, bathrooms and service areas. The lead roof extends to three quarters of an acre, restoration and rebuilding of which began in 1983 and took nearly ten years to complete. Visitor facilities include the Orangery Restaurant, Gift

Shop, Garden of Surprises, Sculpture Garden and beautiful walks around the historic parkland laid out by Capability Brown and still occupied by a herd of fallow deer. History can come alive in a single trip whether it is to enjoy a guided tour, take a dog for a walk in the park, see the Teddy Bears' picnic in the Garden of Surprises or take time over lunch in the Orangery.

03/09/2026

It’s that time again… 🐎✨
The return of one of our favourite weeks of the year and one of the world’s most celebrated sporting occasions.

The Defender Burghley Horse Trials is the perfect way to sign off the summer. A showcase of world-class equestrian sport, sensational shopping, an idyllic setting to catch-up, socialise and absorb the atmosphere against the backdrop of Burghley House.

📲 SWIPE to discover what’s on and when this week.

General Admission and Grandstand Tickets are available now via the Defender Burghley Horse Trials website.

~ General Admission tickets available to buy online or at the gate. Under 5s go FREE.
~ Gates Open: 7.30am daily.
~ Visit the Defender Burghley Horse Trials website for the full timetable.

01/09/2026

As we look forward to another exciting year at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials (3–6 September 2026), we’d like to update you on some temporary changes to Burghley’s opening days & times affecting the House, Gardens, Adventure Play, Parkland and wider visitor facilities.

PARKLAND & PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
The Parkland is now closed to pedestrians until Tuesday 8 September, when our alternative walking route will reopen until Friday 18 September.
From Saturday 19 September, the Parkland will fully reopen as normal.

BURGHLEY HOUSE, GARDENS & ADVENTURE PLAY
These areas will be closed from Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 September. Access to Burghley during these dates will be exclusively for Defender Burghley Horse Trials ticket holders, with the exception of Wednesday 2 September as outlined below.

SHOPS, CAFÉ & RESTAURANT
Our Shops, Café and Restaurant will be open as normal on Wednesday 2 September, 10am–5pm. All visitor facilities will then close for the duration of the Defender Burghley Horse Trials, 3–6 September.

ALL VISITOR FACILITIES
From Monday 7 September, all visitor facilities will reopen as normal, with the exception of the Parkland as outlined above.

THANK YOU ☺️
We understand that these temporary changes may cause some disruption and we’d like to thank you for your patience and co-operation during this busy time at Burghley. For full details, please go to: burghley.co.uk/plan-your-visit/opening-times

Oh, and don’t miss out… 🐎🙌
You can still buy tickets Defender Burghley Horse Trials here: burghley-horse.co.uk/tickets

24/08/2026

Burghley’s Summer Fine Food Market is back this August Bank Holiday Weekend! 🌯🍹☀️

This is a must-visit event for foodies, families and friends, and even better… it’s FREE admission to the event including car parking!

Come and celebrate the finest independent businesses and local artisans, with delicious flavours and street food from around the world, alongside homemade bakes, sweet treats, crafted drinks, and so much much more, set against the backdrop of Burghley House and its historic courtyards.

Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th and Monday 31st August, 10am–4pm each day.

We’ll see you there! 🙌

📲 To see the full list of Summer Fine Food exhibitors and find out more about the event: burghley.co.uk/events/burghley-summer-fine-food-market

20/08/2026

Hasn’t Cecil’s Summer of Discovery been a blast?! 💥🙌

Well, the fun isn’t over yet! There’s still plenty to discover in the Gardens as we round off Gardens & Nature Discovery Week, with Den Building, Garden Safaris, Mini-Beast Hunts, Wildflower Seed Bomb Creations, Garden Chandelier Designs and much more.

And the best bit… EVERYTHING is included with your Day Ticket or Annual Pass!

All Day Tickets are reduced until 1 September as part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, with prices starting at less than £10 per person.

☀️ Visit today: burghley.co.uk/plan-your-visit/ticket-prices

12/08/2026

We’re well into Week Two of Cecil’s Summer of Discovery: A Time Traveller’s Adventure 🏰☀️

There’s plenty to discover inside and out this week, including meeting the Burghley Tudors, joining our afternoon Family House Tour, getting creative with crafts and creations, enjoying storytelling and playtime, and setting off on our ‘Portraits from the Past’ Scavenger Hunt in the Gardens.

And there’s still more to come in Week Three!

Fantastic value and more to do! All Cecil’s Summer of Discovery activities are INCLUDED with your Day Ticket or Annual Pass.

Don’t have your ticket yet? All Day Tickets are reduced until 1 September as part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, with prices starting at less than £10 per person – with all of this included!

🎟️ burghley.co.uk/plan-your-visit/ticket-prices

09/08/2026

“it’s HELLLL!” 🫪☠️
One of our favourite moments from recent tour of Burghley House with Miranda Rock. 😂

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Burghley House
Stamford
PE93JY

Telephone

+441780752451

Website

https://www.burghley.co.uk/

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