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Hatfield House - where Elizabethan history began.
Celebrated Jacobean House and Tudor Old Palace steeped in Elizabethan and Victorian political history in a spectacular countryside setting. Built in 1607 and home of the Cecil family for 400 years.The Royal Palace of Hatfield (c1485) in the West Garden is where Elizabeth I spent her childhood and held her first Council in 1558.
The House celebrates its 400th anniversary in 2011. There is a full programme of events planned for the year, including Moore at Hatfield a major exhibition of Henry Moore's work in the West Garden.
Enjoy the scented garden, knot garden, elegant parterres and borders. Picnic tables and children's play area in the extensive Park. Dogs welcome in the Park.
Unique venue for weddings, parties and corporate hospitality in the Old Palace and Riding School conference centre. The Hatfield Banquet with costumed players is held most Friday evenings throughout the year.
Plenty of free parking. Entrance near to Hatfield Station. Close to A1 & M25. Special events programme, restaurant and Stable Yard exclusive shopping area . Full information on Hatfield House's website
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Easter Saturday to the end of September.Occasionally, when major events are taking place, the details below do not apply. Please refer to the Events page on the Hatfield House web site before making plans to visit the House, Park or Garden. House: Wednesday to Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays 12.00pm - 4.00pm. Exhibition, Park and Garden:Tuesday - Sunday and bank holidays 10.00am- 5.00pm. East Garden only Wednesdays. Restaurant and Stable Yard shopping mid Feb - Christmas, Tuesday - Sunday & Bank Holidays. |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Moore, W. garden & park: Adult £12.50; Concession £11.50. Child £8.00. House, Moore, W garden and park: Adult £18.50; Concession £17.50; Child £11.50. House and Park: Adult £9.00; Child £6.50. East Garden: Adult £4.00. Grazing Farm: - extra charge. Park: £3.00. |
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Directions
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| New coach and car park open, off Gt North Road. Sat Nav postcode AL9 5HX |
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Hatfield House Postcode for SatNav: AL9 5NQ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Mill Green Museum and Mill
(1 Mile)*
The museum is housed in the former Miller's house, dating back to the 16th century. There is also a fully restored eighteenth century working watermill, adjacent to the museum. |
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Willows Farm Village
(4 Miles)*
Just a short distance from London, the unique Willows Farm Village is an incredible rural retreat, ideal for family fun days out. |
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Museum of St Albans
(5 Miles)*
At the Museum of St Albans you can discover the fascinating story of our historic cathedral city. |
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