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Built in 1508 and set within 550 acres of walled Park, Althorp has been the home of the Spencer family for 500 years. Explore the wonderful house - Discover beautiful interiors and one of Europe's finest private collections of furniture, pictures and ceramics. Enjoy the magnificent park, stroll through the remodelled gardens and perhaps take the opportunity to reflect by the peaceful Round Oval lake.
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PLEASE NOTE THAT AS ALL THE PROFITS FROM OPENING THE HOUSE & GROUNDS AT ALTHORP ARE DONATED TO THE 'DIANA, PRINCESS OF WALES MEMORIAL FUND' IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE HHA FRIENDS SCHEME AND MEMBERS & FRIENDS WILL HAVE TO PAY AN ENTRANCE FEE TO VISIT THIS PROPERTYPlease contact the property for up to date opening times
As well as the main house there is an 18th century Stable Block, numerous cottages, farm buildings, cobbled yards and larger residential properties. The Estate also owns a Sawmill and old Quarry. If you are interested in the possibility of using Althorp as a location for filming or photography please send an email with your enquiry to filming@althorp.com.
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Built in 1508 and set within 550 acres of walled Park, Althorp has been the home of the Spencer family for 500 years.
Two exclusive packages are available for groups, in addition to a standard visit to the House, Grounds and Exhibition: Take traditional afternoon tea in the impressive State Dining Room or a special private guided tour before the House opens. | Tailor Made Facilities | | Visits to House | Yes | | Visits to Garden | Yes | | Other Events | Yes | | Light Refreshments | Yes | | Lunch | Yes | | Dinner | No |
| Contact Details | | Contact: | | Chana Bedford (Visitor Business Manager) | | Address: | | Althorp | | Town: | | Northampton | | Postcode: | | NN7 4HG | | Phone: | | 01604 772110 | | Email: | | mail@althorp.com |
Civil Ceremony and Wedding Reception
Weddings: The magnificent reception and dining rooms display an outstanding and extensive collection of pictures, furniture and ceramics, which provide a stunning backdrop for wedding receptions, parties, lunches and dinners for both coporate and private clients.
The house has a variety of rooms which can be used for events, seating from 30 people for dinner in the elegant Great Room, 140 in the State Dining Room (which is modelled on the State Dining Room at Buckingham Palace) and up to 200 people in the impressive Picture Gallery. We are also an approved venue for marriages. There can be few other venues that can offer such versatility, amid such splendour.
In the Park there are two marquee sites, one in the Deer Park, which can be adjoined to the house and one by the ornamental dog pond with views to the beautiful stable block. Both sites can accommodate large marquees, which can take up to 1000 people for a reception and dinner.
Despite the obvious grandeur and history of the surroundings, Althorp is essentially a family home, which exudes warmth and comfort. Available only on an exclusive basis, guests are made to feel very welcome and all events are planned with great expertise and professionalism..
Contact - Events team. Tel: 01604 772103, Fax: 01604 770042, E-mail: events@althorp.com
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