Natural landmarks · East Midlands
Althorp
In or near East Haddon.
Althorp — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Boughton · 5.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Althorp 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 ancestral home of the Spencer family for over 500 years. Visitors can explore a rich collection of art, furniture, and ceramics within the historic house and its grounds.
Place summary
Althorp is a historic estate located in the West Midlands, postcode NN7. It is the family home of the Spencer family and is notable for its extensive grounds and architecture. The estate is a designated Grade I listed building.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2802, -1.0016
- District
- West Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Althorp
- Postcode
- NN7 4HQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Daventry
- Nearest railway station
- Boughton — 5.5 km
- Opening
- 1st July – 31st August 2026; closed 10th & 11th July
- Official site
- althorpestate.com
Sources
- osm: way/93094187 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Althorp?
- Althorp is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN7 4HQ), in the parish of Althorp.
- What is Althorp?
- Althorp — a other in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Althorp?
- The nearest railway station is Boughton, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN7 4HQ.
- Is Althorp free to visit?
- Yes, Althorp is free to enter.
- How do I get to Althorp?
- The nearest railway station is Boughton, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN7 4HQ.