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Elton Hall & Gardens
Elton Hall & Gardens
4.5
Temporarily closedClosed until May 25, 2025
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Elton Hall is a baronial hall in Elton, Cambridgeshire. Home to the Proby family for over 400 years, the Hall is a fascinating Grade I listed building packed with treasures, fine art, porcelain and furniture. The Victorian gardens have been skilfully restored in recent years and contain a knot garden, a herbaceous garden with fountain, fine hedges and a Gothic orangery built to celebrate the Millennium. Summer opening season runs from the late May Bank Holiday until the end of August on selected afternoons. Private tours from May to September by arrangement. Full details are published on the website.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Silverleaf1948
Oakham, UK38 contributions
Aug 2020
Visited during Covid restrictions. The house visit is quite short, restricted to period family rooms. There is no access to below stairs. The guides were knowledgeable but concentrated on the paintings. We didn't visit the gardens due to b ad weather, but briefly visited the garden centre which was disappointing.
Written 19 August 2020
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Thank you for your review. We hope you will be able to visit again on a better day so you can enjoy our gardens and hear more about our history and architecture.
Written 21 August 2020
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helzie8
United Kingdom299 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We visited on a lovely sunny day and the gardens were looking stunning. The house is just as beautiful and we enjoyed a wander through a variety of rooms. The paintings were the best we have seen in any country house with works from very famous artists such as Constable, Millais & Gainsborough.
Stewards in the rooms were engaging and gave us great insights into the history and stories of the house.
A must see for anyone who loves art, architecture and gardens.
There is a cafe and garden centre in the grounds.
Stewards in the rooms were engaging and gave us great insights into the history and stories of the house.
A must see for anyone who loves art, architecture and gardens.
There is a cafe and garden centre in the grounds.
Written 19 August 2023
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Thank you for your review and your kind comments about the team. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Written 6 September 2023
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Sandra R
Elton, UK4 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
I enjoyed wandering around this grand house exploring its rich history, elegant design and amazing decor. The gardens were delightful and provide a lovely setting for the grand building. Social distancing rules were adhered to whilst ensuring staff were available to provide details and information on the history of the house.
Written 16 August 2020
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Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you back again soon.
Written 21 August 2020
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MagsCambs
Peterborough, UK32 contributions
Aug 2022
I had been hoping to visit Elton Hall and gardens for sometime but it is only opensfor a short period of time on specific days. The day I visited was the last day it was open for 2022. Very helpful guides in every room. A beautiful house, the octagon room with all the china was lovely. The next room with the green silk walls was again beautiful the colours were lovely. Interesting to hear about the family throughout the tour. The amount of books in the house was unbelievable with their own cataloguing system which is now computerised. The Orangery would be a beautiful room for a wedding, it was set up for display with the most beautiful picture on the wall as you enter the room. The guide said they can help to source catering etc. Going out into the gardens was a wonderful experience so beautiful and well cared for considering the weather we’ve had. Again wedding photos would look lovely there. They also can do marquees. There were several areas and an archway. I am so pleased I finally paid a visit to this amazing house. I didn’t have time today but the Mulberry cafe at the garden centre is my favourite
Written 7 September 2022
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Another season has passed since you kindly reviewed us. Belatedly, thank you for your nice comments and we hope you managed to visit again this year.
Written 6 September 2023
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Vivienne L
Plettenberg Bay3 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
Fascinating hidden gem of a house surrounded by beautiful,well maintained gardens. We travelled as a group of 20 people very soon after government guidance allowed the visit to take place. We were met by four extremely knowledgeable guides, divided into small groups and taken on fascinating tours of the house and gardens
Written 17 June 2021
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We were delighted you chose to visit us and equally delighted that you enjoyed your visit. Thank you.
Written 9 July 2021
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karen S
Peterborough, UK10 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
This was our 2nd year at the restaurant within the grounds of Elton Hall.
2018 absolutely superb and the reason we rebooked.
However they seem to struggle with the quantity of
diners and the food whilst plentiful had a less home cooked feel and more mass produced.
I did hear that the bookings had doubled year to year.
So perhaps they could address this as quality is more important than profit when maintaining a good reputation.
2018 absolutely superb and the reason we rebooked.
However they seem to struggle with the quantity of
diners and the food whilst plentiful had a less home cooked feel and more mass produced.
I did hear that the bookings had doubled year to year.
So perhaps they could address this as quality is more important than profit when maintaining a good reputation.
Written 16 January 2020
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Thank you for your review, Karen, which we will certainly pass on to the team at the Mulberry Cafe at Bosworths Garden Centre. We are sure they will take on board your remarks.
Written 18 January 2020
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Liz B
Greater London, UK138 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
Beautiful gardens with plenty of space to wander around in peace.
The house was a bit disappointing. Not many rooms included in the tour when compared to similar NT properties with a similar entry fee.
You park in the garden center car park which was rammed on the sunny day we went.
I imagine parking could be a problem in the school holidays.
The house was a bit disappointing. Not many rooms included in the tour when compared to similar NT properties with a similar entry fee.
You park in the garden center car park which was rammed on the sunny day we went.
I imagine parking could be a problem in the school holidays.
Written 22 June 2024
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It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the gardens.
Elton Hall is a member of Historic Houses, rather than a National Trust property and, in common with most HH houses, it is privately owned. It is the much-loved family home of the Proby family who still live in the Hall and retain some private areas although a visit includes all eleven State Rooms.
Written 28 June 2024
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Jackson Hobson
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Couples
Dirty burnt clump of rocket on my plate. Over done poached eggs. Charged 2.00 for one slice of burnt bacon. Spoke to the server young male with curly dark hair. “ not much I can do about that mate” all the other staff seemed really friendly. Such a shame how the standards have massively dropped.
Written 28 January 2023
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This is not Elton Hall, we do not have a cafe/restaurant. I think you may be referring to a different establishment and will need to contact them direct.
Written 1 June 2023
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annen653
Spilsby, UK65 contributions
Aug 2022
Visited with a group from my local U3A. We had a private tour of the Hall and gardens so it was just our group in and around the area.
A guided tour of the Hall was very informative of the history of the Hall and the Proby family who own and still live in the Hall. The only criticism of the tour I have is, that too much emphasis was on the portraits and paintings and not enough on the contents of the rooms.
The gardens are stunning and despite the hot weather have managed to keep everything in tip-top condition. All done by 2 full time and one part time gardeners. There are so many aspects of the garden that it has to be seen.
A guided tour of the Hall was very informative of the history of the Hall and the Proby family who own and still live in the Hall. The only criticism of the tour I have is, that too much emphasis was on the portraits and paintings and not enough on the contents of the rooms.
The gardens are stunning and despite the hot weather have managed to keep everything in tip-top condition. All done by 2 full time and one part time gardeners. There are so many aspects of the garden that it has to be seen.
Written 23 August 2022
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A season has passed since your visit and, belatedly, thank you for your comments. We always appreciate feedback and will share your observations with the team.
Written 6 September 2023
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Spott C
2 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
What can I say. What a stunning and beautiful place to get married. We have to say with a heavy heart that Elton Hall made our wedding day a dream. All the staff and family of Elton Hall made it come true. We would like to say a special thank you to Vivenne because she was so super organised. I cannot fault her for her organisation skills and being there for us. Making sure every single detail went to plan. If you haven't visited, it's a must. Do youself a favour and go...
Written 28 June 2021
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It was an absolute pleasure to share your day with you and the video will remain in our memory for a very long time. Wishing you both a long and happy marriage.
Written 16 August 2021
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Hi, is it possible to park your car near Elton Hall and just go for a walk outside near/in the Gardens at night?
Written 23 November 2020
When does the hall open for visitors this year ?
Written 29 March 2018
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
Dear Kathleen,
We open again in 2018 on Sunday 27th and Monday 28th May. We are then open on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons throughout June and July, and Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday afternoons in August
Written 29 March 2018
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
On public open afternoons, our entry fee for adults is £9.50 for the Hall and Gardens and £7.50 for the Gardens only. Accompanied children under 16 are admitted free of charge.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Written 15 May 2017
How suitable is Elton Hall for disabled visitors?
Written 13 May 2017
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
We are delighted to welcome all visitors however, in common with many historic houses, access is not easy for everyone.
Parking is at the Walled Garden Centre, a pleasant tree-lined walk of about 150 metres to the Hall. The Gardens are accessible to wheelchairs via gravel paths. The house itself is not suitable for wheelchairs. There are several flights of steps, which may be a problem for visitors with walking difficulties, and very limited visitor seating is available.
Please do not hesitate to telephone for further advice: 01832 280468
Written 15 May 2017
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
Elton Hall & Gardens opens on the late May Bank Holiday weekend - Sunday, 28th May and Monday, 29th May from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Entry to the House and garden is £9.50 and £7.50 for the garden only.
Full details of our opening dates are on our website.
Written 27 April 2017
Am due to attend a wedding at your Hall, is there parking and could I leave car over night if need be?
Written 20 June 2016
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
I suggest you get in touch with either the bride or groom but there will be parking for the wedding and it may be possible to leave your car overnight but it will be totally at your own risk. Elton will not be liable in any way should anything happen to it.
Written 22 June 2016
Elton H
Elton, United Kingdom
Hi, sorry for the delayed answer, your question only came through today. We are closed now for public tours, we will open again in May 2016. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 5pm. Bank Holiday Sundays and Mondays from 2 to 5pm.
Written 8 September 2015
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