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Belton Estate
Nottinghamshire & LincolnshireExploration and relaxation for the whole family
Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG32 2LS
Important notice
LAKES CLOSURE: Unfortunately, due to reports of people venturing out onto the ice, we have had to take the decision to close off the lakes until they begin to thaw. The rest of the beautiful frosty gardens and parkland is still open to enjoy.
Opening times for 6 January 2026
Asset Opening time House Closed Adventure playground 10:00 - 16:00 Garden 10:00 - 16:00 Park 10:00 - 16:00 Indoor play 10:00 - 15:00 Shop 11:00 - 16:00 Stables Café 10:00 - 16:00 Second-hand Bookshop 10:30 - 15:30 Last entry to the Estate is 30 minutes before the ‘Park’ closing time. Last entry to the House is 30 minutes before the ‘House’ closing time. Please note, Belton may have to close at short notice due to high winds or extreme weather conditions.
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £22.00 £20.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £11.00 £10.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £55.00 £50.00 1 adult, 2 children £33.00 £30.00 Reduced House Offer Days (until 28 February 2026)
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £18.70 £17.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £9.40 £8.50 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £46.80 £42.50 1 adult, 2 children £28.10 £25.50 Normal Opening (from 1 March 2026)
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £23.10 £21.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £11.60 £10.50 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £57.80 £52.50 1 adult, 2 children £34.70 £31.50 Reduced House Offer Days (from 1 March 2026)
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £19.80 £18.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £9.90 £9.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £49.50 £45.00 1 adult, 2 children £29.70 £27.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Adventure playground/play area
- Bookshop
The second-hand bookshop is open daily 10.30am - 3.30pm
- Café
- Car park
- Cycle parking
Cycle parking is located outside the Information and Accessibility Hub.
- Dogs allowed
Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, parkland, shops and the Stables Café. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the adventure playground, the indoor adventure play, the mansion, and Conservatory.
- Electric vehicle charging point
Twelve 11kW electric vehicle charging points are available in the car park. Chargers can be accessed using mobile app, RFID card, or contactless payment device. Visit our EV charging provider RAW Charging’s website to download the app in advance of your visit. Available during property opening hours, please bring your own cables.
Electric vehicle charging point - more information- Family friendly
- Picnic area
Picnic benches can be found in the gardens and outdoor playground, accessible picnic benches are in the gardens
- Plant shop
- Shop
- Toilet
The Belton Team are available in the Information and Accessibility Hub to support you with your visit. Some uneven surfaces, shuttle service available. Accessible parking, mobility scooter and manual wheelchair hire. Accessible toilets. Stairclimber available in the mansion to upper ground floor, visitors will need to transfer into this facility. Please speak to the Welcome Team or Mansion Team.
- Accessible toilet
Accessible toilets can be found in the parkland toilets, the Stables Café, and the indoor play area
- Braille (guide or menu)
Mansion braille guide available upon request, speak to the Mansion Team
- Changing Places
Located in the Information and Accessibility Hub. Please speak to a member of the team.
- Designated parking
Designated mobility parking available close to visitor reception
- Induction loop
Available in Visitor Reception
- Level access to food outlet
- Level access to shop
- Level access/terrain
Mixture of terrain due to Belton's historic setting. There are smooth and level pathways to key visitor areas, including the indoor play café, stables café, and the shop.
- Photograph album
A photograph album of the Mansion is available. Speak to the Welcome or Mansion Team.
- Powered mobility vehicle available
Pre-book mobility scooters by calling 01476 566116 and using option 1.
- Ramped access/slopes
Ramps available in the Italian Gardens and shop to the upper level.
- Seating available
Accessible picnic benches in the gardens.
- Stairclimber
Stairclimber available to the upper ground floor of the mansion. Visitors will need to be able to transfer into the stairclimber, and then back into a National Trust wheelchair. Manual wheelchairs are offered in the mansion, but unable to accommodate mobility scooters. There are stairs to the upper ground floor and first floor. Speak to the team on arrival.
- Steps/uneven terrain
The ground at Belton, due to its historic setting, can be uneven with cobbles and gravel paths. There are smooth and level pathways to key visitor areas, including the indoor play café, stables café, and the shop
- Transfer available
A shuttle service is available around Belton, speak to our Welcome Team on arrival, or any member of staff during your visit
- Wheelchairs available
Pre-book wheelchairs by calling 01476 566116 and using option 1.
- By road
Located just off the A607, Grantham to Lincoln road. Belton House is signposted from the A1. If travelling from Lincoln, take the second entry into the village. Belton's gates are the first exit on your right.
Parking: Parking is included in your entry fee, National Trust members park free. Accessible parking close to the reception building. Electric vehicle charging points are now available. See “Facilities” for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge. Please be mindful that Belton village is not part of the National Trust Estate. We politely ask that visitors don't park in the village, as this is a busy main road, and ask that drivers are respectful to the village residents.Sat Nav: input Belton Village.- By train
- Belton’s nearest railway station is Grantham (3 miles away). There are direct trains to Grantham from: Peterborough, Nottingham and Doncaster (about 30 mins), Leeds and London Kings Cross (about 60 mins). Plan your car-free visit at Good Journey
- By bus
- Regular buses, passing close to Grantham train station, run from Grantham to Lincoln (#1) and Grantham to Sleaford (#27) every day. The bus stop is located just outside the main entrance gates of Belton. Plan your car-free visit at Good Journey
- Cycling
Cycle parking is in front of the Information and Accessibility Hub.
Follow National Route 15 through Grantham’s parks and along the canal. After you've cycled along Sedgwick Meadows and Wyndham Park, turn right onto Belton Lane, and follow the road until you arrive at Belton's historic entrance at Lion Gates. The South Drive offers a fantastic view of the parkland and the mansion as you journey towards the Information and Accessibility Hub, which can be found on the left past the car park. It takes around 15 mins to cycle from the centre of Grantham to Lion Gates.
Plan your route to Belton using the CycleStreets journey planner via the by bicycle link below. (This journey planner uses OpenStreetMap data which is generally excellent but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If you come to a footpath or other cycle-prohibited track, please don't ride on it).
- Car-free
- We hold the Good Journey Mark for welcoming car-free visitors. Travel a greener way and enjoy a free hot drink when arriving by train, bus or bike, with a valid train or bus ticket or bike helmet. Please visit the Information and Accessibility Hub first to receive your free drink voucher. (Regular size drinks only, excluding luxury hot chocolates). Plan your journey by train, bus, bike or foot.
Planning your visit
Events at Belton Estate
Take a look at the events we have coming up this year.
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Accessibility at Belton Estate
Read more to discover how you can best access this special place and for full information on accessibility for those with disabilities or additional access needs.
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Visiting Belton with your dog
Belton is a three pawprint rated place and offers plenty of opportunities for bounding, jumping and sniffing for dogs. With 1,300 acres to explore, come and join us for a wander with your four-legged friend.
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School and group visits to Belton
Ignite imaginations with school and group visits to Belton and explore the history, stories, collections and nature of this historic place.
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Family-friendly things to do at Belton
Explore our fun family day out ideas, including our indoor play area and outdoor adventure playground. Make the most of your day out with the kids at Belton.
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Save Belton's train
Our brave little train has hosted thousands of happy passengers over the years. Sadly, it has recently had to be taken out of action, so we're asking for your help to fundraise for a new more environmentally-friendly and accessible train
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Venue hire
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Hire Belton's Bookable Spaces
Hold your parties, celebrations and functions in the Old School Village Hall at Belton, or discover more about Belton's bookable spaces.
Highlights
House
Belton is an exceptional example of Restoration architecture with a world-renowned library and collections of art, silver, and ceramics.
Garden
Belton’s formal gardens are of Dutch and Italian design, with cast-iron conservatory and fountain. Pleasure gardens offer relaxing lakeside walks.
Parkland
Rich in wildlife, Belton Park covers around 1,300 acres with an ancient deer park, grazing sheep, ponds and woodland.
Outdoor Adventure Playground
Set within a historic wilderness and arboretum, Belton’s large adventure playground and miniature train rides promise hours of family fun.
Eating
The main Stables Café has indoor and outdoor seating. There is also a playground kiosk and seasonal ice cream parlour.
Shopping
Belton's shop sells a wide range of products including homeware, toys, food, gardening, plants and locally sourced products. There is also a large second-hand bookshop.
Indoor Play Café
The Ride indoor play café is the ideal spot for family fun when you want to avoid wet weather. Kids can play on the slides and climb through entertaining obstacles while adults enjoy a warming drink and snack.
Spotlight events
Winter Kantha Embroidery
Taking inspiration from winter scenes and with guidance from our expert makers, you will produce your own piece of Kantha embroidery to take home with you.
Guided Walks
Get outdoors on a wander and explore the park and gardens at Belton or venture to Bellmount and Londonthorpe Woods. We have a variety of guided walks to book onto, so whether you're looking for a wander to soothe the soul or learn more about this area's military history, there's something for everyone. Book your space now.
Things to see and do
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Family-friendly things to do at Belton
Explore our fun family day out ideas, including our indoor play area and outdoor adventure playground. Make the most of your day out with the kids at Belton.
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Visiting Belton House
Packed full of treasures, discover a mansion bursting with history. Belton's collection tells a story rich in global history and our work will focus on bringing those stories to life.
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Exploring the estate at Belton
Explore 1,300 acres of parkland at Belton and find out more about the wildlife you may see along the way, including the herd of historic fallow deer.
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Visiting the gardens at Belton
Explore the gardens at Belton, including the Italian Garden, a Conservatory and a Dutch Garden with formal bedding schemes. Whatever time of year you visit, the shifting seasons provide a great variety of colour and wildlife to see.
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Top trails
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Belton Pleasure Grounds Walk
Explore the Pleasure Grounds at Belton and get closer to nature via woodland paths that meander past unusual trees, water features, and follies.
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Belton Park walk
This circular walk at Belton Park passes key features of ancient woodland and the site of a deserted medieval village.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Belton
Rest and refuel in a historic setting or treat yourself to something special to take home. Find out about our dog-friendly café and other places to eat and shop.
Places to stay
No. 1 Belton
A pretty, detached cottage in Belton village, with the whole of the majestic Belton estate on your doorstep waiting to be explored.
Belton Woods Hotel and Spa
Surrounded by nature, Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is your scenic base to explore the charming Lincolnshire countryside. Strolling through our peaceful, leafy grounds, you’ll have to pinch yourself to believe you’re just an hour’s train ride from London King’s Cross. Receive 10% off your booking when entering the code BELT10B.
Upcoming events
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Belton Circular Walk - Parkland
Join one of our volunteer rangers and explore the wildlife and natural beauty of the Belton Estate. Stroll along the river, amble through the parkland and woodland areas on this scenic walk.
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Belton Garden tours
Join one of our garden volunteers for an introduction to the formal gardens and hear about the history of the Italian and Dutch Gardens.
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Beginner Photography Workshops at Belton
Explore Belton through the lens of your camera and join our photography expert for the day on this beginner photography workshop exploring the gardens and visiting the Fishing Lodge along the way.
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Bellmount Tower Open Day!
Bellmount Tower will be open for you to explore and discover more about its history. Enjoy fantastic views across the countryside - make sure to bring your camera!
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Belton Acorns
Bring your little ones (under 5s) to our Belton Acorns sessions! Enjoy learning about the beauty of Belton by engaging in crafts, play, song, and outdoor fun.
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Paint the Gardens
From the youngest toddlers to the most mature seniors, and those with little painting experience to amateur and professional artists - come and paint the gardens at Belton!
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Belton Acorns - Pushchair Friendly Walk
In collaboration with Belton Acorns, join our walking group created for anyone with pushchair-aged children. During these accessible and beautiful walks, you can meet other adults, find support and build up your fitness on a basic level.
About Belton Estate
Generations of the Brownlow family made their mark on Belton, commissioning the finest designers and craftsmen of their age to shape Belton Estate. The house and gardens showcase cutting edge design and innovation, from 17th century sash windows to a cast iron-framed conservatory in the Italian Garden, made possible thanks to the Industrial Revolution.
Belton House contains impressive art, silver, and porcelain collections, as well as a world-renowned library. Outside there is a deer park, pleasure grounds, and formal gardens of Dutch and Italian design.
Today, Belton welcomes new generations to explore the ancient deer park, picnic in the pleasure grounds, or burn off energy in the National Trust's largest outdoor adventure playground.
History
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Belton Estate and the First World War
The Belton Estate played a significant supporting role in the First World War. Find out about the small town, with hospital and cinema, built for 20,000 men of Kitchener’s Army.
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Creative women of Belton
Learn about the history and work of the creative women who represent the spirit of Belton, and view their impressive work on your visit to Belton House.
Support us
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Volunteering and Community at Belton
Whether you're looking to help in the great outdoors, connect with the public or get up close and personal with Belton, there's lots of opportunities here. Or if you’re looking for a team building day and wish to support a charity at the same time, Belton is a great place to choose.
Art and collections
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Belton's collection
Take a closer look at 400 years of ambitious collecting, where treasures include English portraiture, Oriental ceramics and a restored lapis lazuli cabinet.
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Who was Richmond Barthé?
Richmond Barthé was an African American figurative artist practising from the 1930s to the 1980s. A rare oil on canvas portrait in the collection at Belton House, Lincolnshire, has recently been attributed to Barthé. The portrait offers new insight into a lesser-known aspect of his work and has served as a catalyst for exploring his story.
Our work
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Reconnecting Grantham to its historic landscape
In partnership with the Woodland Trust, we have exciting plans for Londonthorpe Woods and the eastern side of the Belton Estate.
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Our work at Belton
Work at Belton uncovers stories from the past and preserves over 400 years of history, helping us to look after this special place for everyone, for ever.
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Belton's Stables project
This project uncovered many secrets held by Belton’s Grade I listed Stables and restored this special piece of history for everyone to enjoy.
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