Burghley House – England’s Greatest Elizabethan House

Burghley House Events

Burghley House is one of the most incredible locations in the UK.  The vast Elizabethan house is set into over 1,200 acres of land, which feature stunningly designed gardens, natural wood and parkland and a large man-made lake.  The House is has over 115 rooms, and is currently owned by the Burghley House Preservation Trust, who are an educational charity.

It is also home to the Burghley Horse Trials, one of the most prestigious three-day events in the world which makes up one third of the Grand Slam of Eventing.

Burghley House Hospitality

Set in the picturesque parklands of Burghley House, this delightful event is the perfect way to entertain your valued clients and guests. The stunning hospitality which includes the finest cuisine is perfectly complimented by the stunning backdrop, which features one of the world’s greatest equestrian challenges.

Burghley House News and Updates

The Burghley Horse Trials attract over 173,000 visitors across the four days, as well as more than 600 expertly selected exhibitors, an average of 80 of the world’s top competitors and a prize fund of over £300,000! It’s fair to say that the Burghley Horse Trials is a stand-out event.

It currently ranks within the UK’s top ten national sporting occasions by attendance.

Keep an eye out for news and updates from Burghley House.

Grand National Festival 2026 Day One: Brighterdaysahead and Barton Snow Impress

The opening day of the Grand National Festival at Aintree provided an incredible afternoon of top-class racing, headlined by a gripping clash between Brighterdaysahead and The New Lion in the William Hill Aintree Hurdle.
10 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Grand National Festival 2026 – Day Three Preview

The Grand National Festival reaches its spectacular conclusion on Saturday, 11 April, with a seven-race card headlined by the world’s most famous steeplechase, the Randox Grand National at 16:00.
10 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Grand National 2026: Defending Champion Nick Rockett Withdrawn

Defending champion Nick Rockett has been ruled out of Saturday’s Randox Grand National at Aintree after being declared a non-runner due to illness.
9 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Grand National Festival 2026 – Day Two Preview

The second day of the Grand National Festival, Ladies Day on Friday 10 April, features four Grade 1 contests, two Handicap Hurdles, and a Handicap Chase run over the Grand National fences.
9 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Confirmed Runners for the 2026 Grand National

The build-up to the 2026 Randox Grand National reaches its peak as the 34 runners are confirmed for the iconic race.
8 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Grand National Festival 2026 – Day One Preview

The opening day features seven races ranging from Grade 1 contests to handicaps and a mares’ bumper.
8 April 2026/by Sam Pringle

Last Five Winners of the Grand National

7 April 2026/by Alina Tukhvatullina

York Ebor Festival: Memorable Moments

7 April 2026/by Alexis Parry
Load more

Discover More About Burghley House

Burghley House is a fantastic Grade 1 listed building surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and incredible landscapes.  The house was constructed on the site of an ancient village, which was abandoned in the area long before the house was built.

The exterior of the building is almost unchanged since its initial construction 1587, though many of the interiors of the building have been modified over the years, with ages of the interior varying between around 1800 and the present day.

The chief landscaper of the gardens was the renowned Capability Brown, who is famed for designing the biggest and best gardens of the era.  The avenues and plants in the maintained gardens are all down to his careful planning, and the lake was created by him too.

The parkland is left mostly to natures discretion, with wild deer and other animals keeping the grass in check and the woodland healthy.

Book Burghley House hospitality now and experience race day in VIP luxury.


Interested in our Burghley House hospitality packages?

Complete this form to register your interest:

If you are interested in any of our hospitality packages, our event specialists are ready to help you make your day memorable. Complete this contact form and we will be in contact shortly.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • If you are enquiring on behalf of a company confirm the full company name
  • If you are enquiring on behalf of a company please confirm your title / position with the company
  • Let us know your exact requirements for your selected hospitality package:
  • Please note that any bookings placed with Eventmasters Limited are subject to our Terms & Conditions