England’s Greatest Elizabethan House.
For nearly 500 years Burghley has filled people with awe and inspiration. So much more than a house, Burghley offers a a unique glimpse in to the way great houses have been lived in from the time of Queen Elizabeth I to the present day. A magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures. Built in the 16th century, Burghley is the heart-felt legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasure to Queen Elizabeth 1 and the generations of his family who have lived here ever since, ensuring that this great House and Estate continues to thrive.
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 Lancelot 'Capability' Brown.
For nearly 500 years Burghley has filled people with awe and inspiration. So much more than a house, Burghley offers a a unique glimpse in to the way great houses have been lived in from the time of Queen Elizabeth I to the present day. A magical home of magnificent State Rooms, awe-inspiring works of art and priceless treasures. Built in the 16th century, Burghley is the heart-felt legacy of William Cecil, Lord High Treasure to Queen Elizabeth 1 and the generations of his family who have lived here ever since, ensuring that this great House and Estate continues to thrive.
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 Lancelot 'Capability' Brown.
Did you know?
Building works started in 1555 and stretched over 32 years before completion in 1587 and still remains a Tudor house at its heart
Your tour of our 18 remarkable State Rooms begins in the original soaring Tudor kitchen
See the Queen Elizabeth I Bedroom... which she never actually stayed in
View the famous wall paintings of Heaven and Hell by Antonio Verrio painted in the 1690s
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