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Boughton House is the Northamptonshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry. The modest medieval buildings, originally purchased by the Montagu family in 1528, were transformed under their stewardship, making Boughton into one of the great houses of Europe.
The special attraction of Boughton lies in the harmonious blending of the superb collections of paintings, furniture, tapestries, needlework, carpets, porcelain, arms and silver, just as the artists, craftsmen and the discriminating collectors of the Montagu family over the generations intended.
From May until the beginning of September, visitors are welcome to view the 18th century Walled Garden, which now has a sensory feature and wildlife garden, alongside the stunning, traditional herbaceous border. They may also walk in the Park and see the restored waterways and landscape features; during August, they can enjoy the treasure house, which is at the heart of Boughton.
No admission charge is made for wheelchair borne visitors and their assistant. Whilst most of the House and its facilities are accessible, a full tour of the House can include 72 steps. There is the opportunity to view rooms which may prove to be inaccessible, by visiting our interactive virtual tour in the computer suite, in the Gift Shop. The walled garden includes a newly completed sensory garden.
Stables RestaurantFor Groups and during August, we provide a selection of traditional cooked lunches, hot and cold snacks and afternoon teas.Gift Shop
The Gift Shop has a range of giftware, books, postcards and souvenirs including choices from the range of quality Buccleuch Foods.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
House:1st August to 1st September: Daily, 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Last entry 4.00pm. Guided Tours only on Mondays and Fridays. Grounds and Park: May 1st to September 1st: Daily, except Saturdays (daily in August), 1.00pm - 5.00pm (noon - 5pm in August). Tearoom: Sundays and Bank Holidays only (daily throughout August). Park: May 1st to September 1st: Daily Noon - 5.00pm Except Saturdays (daily through August). |
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
ParkAdult £3.00; Child £1.50; Family (2+2) £8.00. House & Park Adult £9.00; Child/Senior Citizen £7.00. Family (2+2) £20.00. |
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Directions
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| Situated off the A43, 3 miles north of Kettering and the A14, through the village of Geddington |
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Boughton House Postcode for SatNav: NN14 1BJ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Manor House Museum (Kettering) & The Alfred East Art Gallery
(4 Miles)*
Explore Kettering's history at the Manor House Museum and view the constantly changing programme of exhibitions at the Alfred East Art Gallery. |
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Wicksteed Park
(5 Miles)*
Wicksteed Park is situated in 147 acres of landscaped English countryside and offers the elements of a country and theme park in one. |
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Southwick Hall
(8 Miles)*
Dating from the 14th Century and owned successively by three families, Southwick Hall illustrates the development of a manor house. |
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