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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · East Midlands

Althorp Estate

In or near East Haddon.

Free admission

Althorp Estate — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Althorp, Northamptonshire - geograph.org.uk - 908598

Kenneth Allen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Boughton · 5.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Althorp Estate is a other located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Althorp Estate has been the home of the Spencer family for over 500 years, showcasing a rich collection of art, furniture, and historical interiors. Visitors can explore the historic house and its grounds, which are open during the summer months.

Place summary

Althorp Estate is located in the West Midlands. It is a historic estate known for its extensive parkland and gardens, and is the ancestral home of the Spencer family. The estate features a Grade I listed building, reflecting its architectural significance and heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.2806, -0.9996
Parish
Althorp
Postcode
NN7 4HQ
Parliamentary constituency
Daventry
Nearest railway station
Boughton5.3 km
Opening
1st July – 31st August 2026; closed 10th & 11th July
Official site
althorpestate.com

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Althorp Estate?
Althorp Estate is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN7 4HQ), in the parish of Althorp.
What is Althorp Estate?
Althorp Estate — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Althorp Estate?
The nearest railway station is Boughton, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN7 4HQ.
Is Althorp Estate free to visit?
Yes, Althorp Estate is free to enter.
How do I get to Althorp Estate?
The nearest railway station is Boughton, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN7 4HQ.