The perfect English country house, set in its own extensive deer park, Belton was designed to impress. Built in the late 17th century for 'Young' Sir John Brownlow, with family fortunes founded in law, it is one of the finest examples of Restoration architecture and was, for centuries, the scene of lavish hospitality. Opulent décor, stunning silverware, imposing paintings and personal mementos convey wealth while retaining a family atmosphere. Delightful gardens, luxuriantly planted orangery and lakeside walks ensure Belton is a pleasure to explore all year round. Featured in the BBC's TV adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth
Don't miss
Discover the ornate ormolu table centrepiece in the Dining Room.
Explore tranquil lakeshore, with newly restored boat house.
Burn off energy in Lincolnshire's largest adventure playground.
Making the most of your day
Varied events programme, Easter and Hallowe'en trails, 'Paint the Garden', open-air theatre, family fun weekends, garden tours, Christmas craft market, Wildlife Explorers' Club. Dogs on leads in parkland and stable yard only
Opening times
House
06-Mar - 14-Mar-10
12:30 - 4
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House*
17-Mar - 31-Oct-10
11 - 5
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Garden, park, restaurant and shop
06-Feb - 28-Feb-10
12 - 4
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03-Mar - 31-Oct-10
10:30 - 5:30
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05-Jul - 05-Sep-10
10:30 - 5:30
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05-Nov - 19-Dec-10
12 - 4
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26-Dec - 31-Dec-10
12 - 4
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Adventure playground
03-Mar - 31-Oct-10
10:30 - 5:30
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05-Jul - 05-Sep-10
10:30 - 5:30
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*Basement: open 11 to 12:30 (last entry 12). House conservation talks 11:30 on most days. House open for free flow from 12:30 (although guided tours may replace free flow on some days). Also open Bank Holiday Mondays. Timed ticket on busy days. Adventure playground, parkland, garden, shop and restaurant: open all week in Lincolnshire school holidays (15 March to 31 October). Bellmount Woods: open daily, access from separate car park. Bellmount Tower and boat house: open occasionally (contact property for details). House and adventure playground likely to close early in poor weather and light conditions. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets) House and grounds: adult £10.50 (£9.45), child £6.25 (£5.63), family £27.50 (£24.75). Grounds only: adult £8.50 (£7.65), child £4.75 (£4.31), family £21.50 (£19.35). Grounds only (winter): adult £3.50 (£3.18), child £2 (£1.81). 'Hidden England' passport scheme: with a stamped passport, one person can obtain free admission when a full-price ticket is purchased from other properties in the 'Hidden England' group
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Places nearby
Grantham House
Tattershall Castle
The Workhouse, Southwell
Woolsthorpe Manor
Guidebook
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