Opening Times

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Winter Opening Times

Burghley has a varied calendar over the winter months, with essential conservation work, seasonal maintenance and event preparations taking place across the Estate.

This means our opening days and times change a little during this period. Thank you for your understanding as we care for the House, Gardens and Adventure Play ready for the year ahead.

Before visiting, please check this page for the latest opening information.

Burghley House, Gardens & Adventure Play
Closed over the winter for essential upkeep and conservation.
Gardens & Adventure Play reopens 14 February 2026, House reopens 14 March 2026.

Restaurant, Cafés & Shops
Open with winter hours (shown below) 

Parkland & Visitor Car Park
Open year-round

Visitor Toilets Winter Closures
Garden Café toilets: closed 22 – 25 December and 2 – 6 January
Chestnut Courtyard toilets: closed 22 December – 6 January

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The House

Closed. Reopen 14 March 2026

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The Gardens

Closed. Reopen 14 February 2026

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Hide & Secrets Adventure Play

Closed. Reopen 14 February 2026

Burghley House from Lion Bridge

Parkland

Open daily, 7am - dusk

Orangery_restaurant

Orangery Restaurant

Open Wed - Sun, 10am - 4pm. Winter closure: 22 December – 6 January

Garden cafe

Garden Café

Open daily, 10am - 4pm. Winter closures: 22 - 25 December and 2 - 6 January

Muddy Mole

The Muddy Mole

Closed. Reopen 14 February 2026

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Courtyard Shop

Open Wed - Sun, 10am - 4pm. Winter closure: 22 December - 4 February

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Garden Shop

Closed. Reopen 14 February 2026

Christmas Shop

Burghley Christmas Shop

Open Wed - Sun, 10am - 4pm. Closed from 22 December

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Festive Afternoon Tea in The Orangery

Available 12 noon - 3pm, Wed - Sun from 3 - 21 December

Plan your visit

Use our park map to help plan your visit to Burghley

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