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“One of the most historic stately homes in England” The Independent |
Welcome to Hatfield House
– the home of the 7th Marquess of Salisbury. |
Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, just 21 miles north of London, is a fine Jacobean House and Garden in a spectacular countryside setting. Built by Robert Cecil, Ist Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I from 1607 to 1611. There is a marvellous collection of pictures, furnishings and historic armour on display The Estate has been in the Cecil family for 400 years, one of England’s foremost political families. Where Elizabethan history began
The Royal Palace of Hatfield (c 1485) in the West Garden is where Elizabeth I spent most of her childhood. In the Park, an oak tree marks the place where the young Princess Elizabeth first heard of her accession to the throne. The Garden at Hatfield House dates from the early 17th century when Robert Cecil employed John Tradescant the Elder to collect plants for his new home. The West garden includes a scented garden, herb garden and knot garden.
Please note that the House, Park and Gardens are now closed to visitors, apart from hospitality and special events during the winter months. The 2009 visitor season starts on Saturday, 11th April.
In 2009, we are changing our opening arrangements and will not open on Mondays or Tuesday (except BH Mondays).
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No pictures may be reproduced or copied without permission from Gascoyne Cecil Estates and the Marquess of Salisbury's Estates.