Burghley House & Stamford Historical Village

Burghley House :

 

Burghley is one of the largest and grandest surviving houses of the sixteenth century and a magnificent example of the great Elizabethan ‘prodigy’ houses. Conceived by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 and 1587, Burghley is a testament to the ambition and vision of the most powerful courtier of the first Elizabethan age.

With its dramatic skyline and towering obelisk clock tower, Burghley was built to impress and the State Rooms are simply awe-inspiring. Discover the enormous collection of historic paintings, ceramics and works of art, many of which still stand where they were first recorded in 1688.

Enjoy the Garden of Surprises, based on an original design by William Cecil in the 16th Century. With transforming obelisks, clever water features and the mirrored maze, these gardens have been designed to be accessible to all regardless of age or interest.

Experience the peaceful tranquillity and wonder of the 18 acre Sculpture Garden which mixes contemporary sculpture within beautifully diverse planting areas. Hidden pathways lead you through the Gardens to enjoy a beautiful view of the stunning lake created by ‘Capability’ Brown in the 1770s.

 

Special permission and thanks to Burghley House and John Lawrence for their images .

 

Stamford Village

 

Stamford is praised for several different qualities, from its unique blend of history and Georgian architecture to its unique and quality food and shopping.

Stamford is considered a charming, character-filled and picturesque destination with lots of quaint passageways, main thoroughfares and market squares.

 

Prices:

> Adult (16+) £40.00

> Senior (60+) £39.00

 

 

What's Included?

Admission/Entry

Executive Return Coach Travel

 

Joining Points – Route Code B

07:30 – Weoley Castle

07:32 – Selly Oak

07:36 – Bournville

07:40 – Cotteridge

07:44 – Bunbury Road

07:50 – Northfield

07:56 – Longbridge

08:02 – Rubery Great Park

08:10 – Kitwell

08:12 – Woodgate Service Station

08:14 – Kent Road, Manor Vets

08:16 – Kent Road, Stag & Three Horseshoes

08:22 – Blackheath

08:30 – Halesowen

 

 

See 'Pick-up Points' above for map of exact pick-up locations and times.

 

Thank you to Burghley House (CREDIT - JOHN LAWRENCE) for the use of these images .

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