Elton Hall

Elton Hall Well worth a visit and often described as "a hidden gem". Wedding and events venue.

A romantic, part Gothic house, belonging to the Proby family since 1660 with formal gardens and unspoiled parkland.

Signs that visitors have been enjoying a relaxing time in the Orangery when the cushions are not straight.
12/08/2026

Signs that visitors have been enjoying a relaxing time in the Orangery when the cushions are not straight.

11/08/2026

Joe’s Jobs - a brief catch up with the gardeners.
gardener

The "Who cleans the silver?" question reminded us of William Short, formerly butler to 5th Earl and Countess of Carysfor...
10/08/2026

The "Who cleans the silver?" question reminded us of William Short, formerly butler to 5th Earl and Countess of Carysfort. William's last descendants, grandaughters Linda and Joy donated his much-prized silver pocket watch - a gift from the Countess - back to Elton Hall. It's now on display.

We love hearing stories about people connected to Elton Hall in the past. Do you have a relative who worked at the Estate in the past, convalesced here during either the First or Second World War or spent time lodged in the stables as a Land Girl? Let us know and share their stories.

Now Visitor photo: Helen Hickling
09/08/2026

Now

Visitor photo: Helen Hickling

08/08/2026

Join the Guides on a whistle-stop tour of Elton Hall. You’d like to see more? We’re open Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Bank Holiday Monday in August.

Book through our website to secure your preferred house entry time. And remember, you can always start your visit in the gardens if you prefer.

Topiary, Gothic architecture, colourful borders and a lovely interior. Perfect for visiting.
07/08/2026

Topiary, Gothic architecture, colourful borders and a lovely interior. Perfect for visiting.

06/08/2026

You ask, we answer. Lesley replies to today’s question.

Did you feel it? Just a splash of rain this morning made us feel we were very, very in tune with the national obsessio...
05/08/2026

Did you feel it? Just a splash of rain this morning made us feel we were very, very in tune with the national obsession on weather.

Along with the lavender the other part of the garden which really loves the heat is the Orangery garden. A Mediterranean feel, bananas, olives and oleanders planted in the borders and always a few degrees warmer than the rest of the garden.

Lavender. If there's one plant that doesn't mind hot, dry conditions, this is it. In the Flower Garden, the bees hav...
04/08/2026

Lavender. If there's one plant that doesn't mind hot, dry conditions, this is it. In the Flower Garden, the bees have been having a feast on an exceptional amount of flowers.

The colour has been magnificent this year on the borders rising around the steps to the Drawing Room so much so that we've decided to plant the borders up the lawn steps to match. The plants may look small now but give them a couple of seasons and we're confident they will be equally dramatic.

And on the subject of benches, did you remember where the one Richard was painting should have been? Yes, in a cool n...
03/08/2026

And on the subject of benches, did you remember where the one Richard was painting should have been? Yes, in a cool nook behind the little fountain in the Orangery garden, complete with its matching planters.

Doesn't the space look better now they’re back?

Address

Overend, Elton
Peterborough
PE86SH

Opening Hours

Wednesday 2pm - 5pm
Thursday 2pm - 5pm
Sunday 2pm - 5pm

Telephone

01832280468

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