The Burghley Events Diary 2013

January 2013
February 2013
March 2013

  • House and gardens re-open

    Saturday 16th March

    The house and gardens will reopen on Saturday 16th March 2013, open daily (house closed Fridays) until 3rd November 2013, from 11am until 5pm (last admission at 4.30pm).

  • South Gardens Open

    Saturday 16th March - Sunday 14th April

    The Private South Gardens, with its displays of narcissi and spring bulbs, will be open daily between 11am and 4pm (last admission 3.30pm). Admission by donation to Stamford Homestart. Please note that due to the cold weather, the gardens will remain open until Sunday 14th March, but will be closed on Friday 12th April for a private function. The weekend in aid of the National Gardens Scheme will still take place on 6th and 7th April.

  • Burghley Easter Egg Hunt

    Sunday 31st March

    The popular Burghley Easter Egg Hunt will once again be taking place in the Gardens of Surprise, from 11am until 5pm (last admission 4.30pm). Follow the Easter treasure hunt around the Garden and solve the Easter riddle to claim your full size chocolate egg. Admittance is free of charge with a gardens only or house and gardens ticket.

April 2013

  • Burghley Fine Food Market

    Saturday 6th April - Sunday 7th April

    A celebration of local produce. Come and meet more than 20 local producers of cheese, bread, vegetables and meat. The Courtyard. Open 10am to 4pm. Free admission. Further Information There are three markets being held during 2013: Spring: 6th & 7th April Summer: 25th & 26th August Christmas: 30th November & 1st December For details of exhibiting please contact holly.cammarata@burghley.co.uk

  • National Gardens Scheme

    Saturday 6th April - Sunday 7th April

    The Private South Gardens with its displays of narcissi and spring bulbs, will be open between 11am and 4pm (last admission 3.30pm). Admission to National Gardens Scheme.

May 2013

  • The Rat Race, Dirty Weekend

    Saturday 11th May - Sunday 12th May

    Dirty Weekend is quite simply the World's Biggest Assault Course, followed by an Epic After-Party of Festival-proportions. The run itself consists of 2 options: The Full Mucker (20miles) and Half Mucker (13 miles) option for those who want most of the obstacles but who find the full distance a little much.

    Further details can be found on the Rat Race’s website -http://www.ratracedirtyweekend.com/burghley-horseplay/

  • Living Heritage Game and Country Fair

    Sunday 26th May - Monday 27th May

    Sunday 26th & Monday 27th May The Burghley Game & Country Fair returns at the beginning of May for a whole host of country attractions and entertainment. The Falconry Village includes a flying arena, indoor training arena, specialised trade stands, static displays, resident falconers plus guests, clubs and everything else you would expect to find at a falconry show. Equestrian demonstrations can be seen in the specialist arena. Other types of horse are used for competitions such as scurry racing and mounted games, which can be seen in the main arena.

    Tickets on the gate cost £11 for adults, £10 for seniors and £4 for children (ages 5-15).  Advance tickets are no longer available.

  • Half term activities - Crafty Creatures

    Wednesday 29th May - Friday 31st May

    Join us in the Sculpture Garden this half term to have a go at making your own crafty creature - from stone dinosaurs to finger snakes or wire dragonflies.  Aimed at 5-10 year olds (or younger with adult assistance!) these craft activities are fun drop in workshops as a free addition to your day at Burghley.  Admission is free with a House and Gardens or Gardens only ticket from 12pm to 4pm on Wednesday 29th, Thursday 30th and Friday 31st May. The workshops will take place under cover in the Gardens and so will continue whatever the weather!

    Friends of Burghley and Gardens season card holders received free admission to all the workshops.
June 2013

  • Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

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    Saturday 8th June

    Saturday June 8th sees the annual Live Promotions outdoor picnic concert at Burghley House in the park. This year it will feature JOOLS HOLLAND and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra featuring GILSON LAVIS with special guest ROLAND GIFT-the voice of Fine Young Cannibals with guest vocalists RUBY TURNER and LOUISE MARSHALL.

    Tickets are available online priced£37.50 (no concession tickets available for seniors or children). Please note this is a picnic style event and no seating will be provided.

  • Oliver's Picnic

    Sunday 23rd June

    Join us for a family fun day for all ages to raise money for the Histiocytosis Research Trust in loving memory Oliver Scholes who sadly passed away following a battle with the illness at the age of 2. Feel free to bring your own picnic or purchase snacks on the day. There will be games, inflatables, fairground rides, raffle, cake stall, face painting, Balloon release, colouring competition, stalls Spitfire Flypast and much, much more. A perfect opportunity to spend precious time with your family and enjoy a fun filled day. The picnic will commence at 12pm and activities will run until 4pm.  Plus special guests from 1-3pm.....come and have your photo taken with them. The big prize Raffle will be drawn at 4pm. For more information about the event and the Histiocytosis Research Trust visit www.10kForOlly.co.uk

    Cost: £1 for adults, 50p for children (includes a free drink – Tea/Coffee/Squash). Ticket holders for Oliver’s Picnic will receive half price admission to the Garden of Surprises and Sculpture Garden on the same day.
July 2013

  • Battle Proms Concert

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    Saturday 6th July

    Join us for the 9th annual Battle Proms at Burghley House, one of the UKs premier picnic proms offering an evening of soul stirring classical music. Featuring the world renowned Blades Aerobatic Team, Spitfire display, cannons, cavalry and fireworks this is an unforgettable and one you’ll want to return to year after year. For more information see www.battleproms.com

  • Beastly Boring Burghley Tours

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    Monday 22nd July

    Join us for a daily guided tour with a difference every morning from Monday 22nd July to Saturday 31st August. (excluding Fridays and Sundays).  Be guided around by our costumed guides and find out all the grizzly gruesome and horrible history associated with Burghley and the people who have lived here. Admission is free with a house and gardens ticket for the day, but numbers for the tour are limited, so book your day tickets here and your place will be reserved.  Your ticket will then give you access to the House and Gardens for the rest of the day. Each child will receive a free Beastly Boring Burghley Guidebook at the end of their tour.

    Beastly Boring Tours take place every day of the summer holidays at 10am  from Monday 22nd July to Saturday 31st August (excluding Fridays and Sundays).
August 2013

  • Burghley Film Festival

    Thursday 1st August - Sunday 4th August

    The Burghley Film Festival launches this August with four days of fabulous films. With everything from Bond to the Kings Speech and children's classics there is something for everyone to enjoy. Book day or evening sessions, from £6 per adult, and see a double bill that will enthrall and delight all ages. For further details see our film festival page.

  • Burghley Fine Food Market

    Sunday 25th August - Monday 26th August

    A celebration of local produce. Stall holders will fill the courtyard at Burghley and sell local cheese, meat, bread, puddings and much much more. This event is FREE of charge. Further Information: Next Market Christmas: 30th November & 1st December

September 2013

  • Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials

    Thursday 5th September - Sunday 8th September

    The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials ( Thursday 5th to Sunday 8th September 2013) is the premier equestrian and social event in the international sporting calendar and a focus for the best horses and riders in the world. The parkland of Burghley provides a perfect setting for the 3-Day Event competition and a stunning location for the popular shopping village of more than 600 exhibitors - tempting all ages and tastes. For more information visit www.burghley-horse.co.uk

    Please note:
    During the build up to the Burghley Horse Trials access to the House and Gardens via the park will be restricted. The House and Gardens will be closed for the duration of the Horse Trials.

  • Fresh Take at Burghley

    Monday 9th September - Sunday 3rd November

    Contemporary art residency programme and exhibition with Burghley House for 2013
    An exciting new contemporary art exhibition ‘Fresh Take’ will be held this year at Burghley House featuring with 6 local artists. The artists, working in variety of media, will undertake a residency with Burghley House, responding to an element of the house interior and its history, juxtaposing the traditions of Burghley with current contexts, creating a fresh cultural dialogue between past and present. The artists are being selected by open call process, with submission open to any contemporary artists living and working in the Greater Peterborough area. Submissions have now closed and the 6 successful artists will be announced in March 2013. The new artworks created will eschew traditional approaches, and look to be innovative in medium and concept, providing a sympathetic but challenging complement to Burghley House’s exceptional collection of historic paintings and artworks. The artworks will be exhibited in Burghley’s Staterooms from September to November 2013. A series of events for the public, such as artists’ talks and workshops, will be held during the exhibition as well as educational visits. This project is supported by National Lottery public funding through Arts Council England and also Creative Peterborough.For more information please contact Sam Roddan at info@artpopup.co.uk

October 2013

  • Burghley Flower Festival

    Saturday 5th October - Sunday 13th October

    During October the state rooms are transformed with beautiful floral displays created by local flower societies, offering a new perspective on England's greatest Elizabethan House. Each room will inspire the floral arrangement with societies taking their inspiration from the painted ceilings, seventeenth century art or the original purpose of a room. Valid with a House and garden or House only ticket. There is no extra charge for the Flower Festival. 5th-13th October (not including 11th when the House is closed)

  • Living Heritage Craft & Food Fair

    Saturday 12th October - Sunday 13th October

    The ever popular Autumn Craft and Food Fair from Living Heritage events returns to Burghley for a weekend of craft and food shopping along with working demonstrations of traditional English crafts. From ceramics and jewellery to glass blowing and bee keeping, there is something for everyone as well as children's entertainments and the ever popular food hall.

    For tickets please contact Living Heritage on 01283 820548 or visit www.craft-shows.co.uk

  • Candle Light Tours - Spooky Tales and Fearful Fun!

    Monday 28th October - Sunday 3rd November

    Spooky family fun, touring the state rooms by flickering candlelight, limited places available. Tickets will go on sale in the new year. If you wish to organise your own private party of at least 10 people, please contact Susanna Plummer on 01780 752451 ext 171 for available times.

  • The Burghley Pumpkin Trail

    Monday 28th October - Sunday 3rd November

    During October why not come and join us for the Burghley Pumpkin Trail around the Sculpture Garden.Tread through the crispy Autumn leaves and find the hidden pumpkins to receive a treat. Afterwards why not warm up in the Garden Cafe with a yummy hot chocolate, sausage sandwich or a cup of steaming soup. Open daily until 3th November.

November 2013

  • Essential Weddings Show

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    Sunday 10th November - Sunday 10th November

    Essential Weddings Show The regions best wedding show featuring a stunning professional catwalk show together with canapés & drinks reception. Tour of Burghley House with over 80 of the regions finest handpicked wedding suppliers. Plus a grand finale musical firework display on the front lawn to close the show. Refreshments served in the Orangery/Loggia all day.

    For more information about exhibiting please visit the Essential Media Events website

  • Crafts for Christmas

    Thursday 28th November - Sunday 1st December

    Crafts for Christmas Crafts for Christmas offers a unique opportunity to find special presents for special people, the perfect place to work your way enjoyably through your Christmas list. New products and ideas are a feature of every Crafts for Christmas event. Indulge yourself, your family and friends with stunning fashions and accessories, leather bags and belts, dazzling jewellery from sparkly fashion to graceful diamonds, lustrous velvets and satins in scarves and luxurious soaps and skincare. During Crafts for Christmas, The Burghley Gift Shop will be hosting its annual sale in its new Brewhouse home so there are plenty of opportunities for Christmas bargains! Graham Pickett Antiques will also be at Burghley in their usual Old Kitchen location with fabulous furniture and divine collectables

  • Burghley Fine Food Market

    Saturday 30th November - Sunday 1st December

    A celebration of local produce. Stall holders will be selling local cheese, meats, cupcakes, cider and miuch more in the Courtyards at Burghley. The delicious Burghley venison will also be for sale. This event is FREE of charge.

December 2013