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BRIEF HISTORY
The gardens and parkland that you see today at Burghley were largely designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown in the eighteenth century. Today, sweeping vistas down to the spires of Stamford with the backdrop of the House create the perfect canvas for open air classical concerts, wedding receptions, events or just a quiet stroll with the dog.

 
HORTICULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
Between 1755 and 1779, the 9th Earl (1725-1793) employed Lancelot 'Capability' Brown to landscape the park in the current fashion sweeping away many of the London and Wise avenues as well as the formal gardens. Brown formed the Serpentine Lake or his 'New River' and planted intimate groups of trees on a closely cropped sward and around the perimeter of the park to provide context but also to indulge the new sport of game shooting.

Today the park has a largely 'Capability Brown' feel, with one or two of the London and Wise avenues remaining intact. Most notably, Queen Anne's Avenue which consists of four rows of limes which lead from the South Front up to what is now the A1. Also its mirror image, North Avenue which begins in front of the North Court of the House and runs just short of the Barnack Road.

OTHER THINGS TO SEE & DO
The House is open Saturday 19th March to Sunday 30th October 2011 daily (except Fridays) from 11am to 4.30pm with guides in the rooms to answer any questions that you may have. We will be open on Good Friday. You are welcome to spend as long as you wish in the State Rooms.

LOCAL AREA
The town of Stamford is situated 100 miles north of London, just off the A1, which was the old Great North Road leading to York and Edinburgh.

Captured in time by its conservation status this once major wool town has retained much of its old world charm and prosperity. Many of the buildings are constructed from old Lincolnshire limestone, hence the town's distinguished appearance and popularity with tourists and movie directors alike.

PLACES TO STAY
The Bull & Swan at Burghley
St Martins
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2LJ

T: 01780 766412

HOW TO FIND US
Burghley is a mile from Stamford, 20 minutes north of Peterborough on the A1.

From the South:

From London follow the A1 north from the M25, past Stevenage, Sandy and Peterborough.
Approximately 90 miles north of London (an hour and a half) you will reach the Stamford junction labelled Carpenters Lodge.
Take the exit and cross the A1, turning left at the end of the road.
Follow the road past the estate wall and the impressive Bottle Lodges entrance gates down towards Stamford.
Just past the A43 turning on the left, turn right past the Bull & Swan Public House and continue for one mile along the Barnack Road (B1443).
You will see the Visitors Entrance on the right.

From the North:
From the North follow the A1 south past Doncaster and Grantham.
Approximately 30 minutes south of Grantham you will reach the Stamford junction labelled Carpenters Lodge.
Turn left towards Stamford.
Follow the road past the estate wall and the impressive Bottle Lodges entrance gates.
Just past the A43 on the left, turn right past the Bull & Swan Public House and continue for one mile along the Barnack Road (B1443).
You will see the Visitors Entrance on the right.
 
OPENING TIMES
The House is open Saturday 19th March to Sunday 30th October 2011 daily (except Fridays) from 11am to 4.30pm

ENTRY
Admission Charges 2011

House and The Gardens of Surprise Entrance
Adults £13.50 Children (3–15 years) £6.70 Seniors/Students £12.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children) £35.00 Adult Party (20 or more) £11.

FOOD & DRINK
A bright and relaxing restaurant with a full range of menu options using locally sourced fresh ingredients.To complement the new Garden of Surprises, the Garden Café is a new addition to Burghley, offering an alternative from the more formal Orangery Restaurant.

POSTCODE FOR CAR SAT NAVs
PE9 3JY

FRIENDS/VOLUNTEERS
Membership of Friends of Burghley offers a unique opportunity for you to become part of the history of Burghley.

Friendship entitles you to:

10% discount in the Orangery Restaurant.
10% discount in Burghley Gift Shop and Garden Shop.
FREE admission to Burghley House for the whole 2011 season including exhibitions in the Brewhouse Centre.
FREE admission to The Gardens of Surprise, including the Contemporary Sculpture Garden for the whole 2011 season.

Bring up to three guests per visit for half price admission.
Priority tickets and discounted rates to all other

WEBSITE / TEL No.

www.burghley.co.uk

01780 752451