Andrew Lickley

Review of Burton Constable Hall

Super visit to the parkland, as we arrived late af...

Super visit to the parkland, as we arrived late afternoon didn't have time to tour the hall so will do that next time. Relatively easy to find, had to use the sat nav and watch for the brown tourist signs with plenty of parking on arrival. Staff were very friendly and chatty ready to talk about the site. The grounds are landscaped with a wooded walk down to the lake, a walk around the lake including the Capability Brown bridge and returning via the 100 acre field which may include some very inquisitive cows. You can walk round outside the hall and passing some of the gardens and the orangery (full of lemon trees !) . There's a small children's play area which it's sad to say is rather sparce and a large picnic area with tables. There is plenty to explore in the stable block from the Burton Constable whale, stables and clock tower. Also in the block are the toilets M-F-D with baby changing facilities - all very clean and the cafe selling snacks and light meals. Burton Constable Grounds are dog friendly (but not obviously round the house except the usual assistance dogs) and are welcome in the cafe which also includes a room for dogs and owners if preferred. For those visiting it may be worth having a quick look on the website as the hall holds a number of events and tours throughout the year, some getting you behind the scenes. A good place to visit for all the family with lots of space to run around and not too expensive. Looking forward to our return to visit the hall.