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Longstowe Hall is a Grade II listed historic house in Cambridgeshire, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Longstowe Hall
Longstowe Hall is a historic country house in the Cambridgeshire village of Longstowe, about ten miles west of Cambridge.
Parts of the building date to the 16th century, and the estate today combines a private family home with a working venue for weddings and events.
The gardens, with herbaceous borders running down to a lake, open to the public on select pre-booked days each year.
The house and grounds are used regularly as a filming location.
Read more on WikipediaHistory of Longstowe Hall
The core of Longstowe Hall dates from the 16th century, though the house has been altered and extended over the centuries that followed. It remains a privately held estate, and the surrounding parkland and gardens reflect successive periods of landscaping typical of English country houses of its kind.
Architecture of Longstowe Hall
The Hall retains elements of its classical 16th-century structure alongside later additions, including a grand ballroom used for large events.
Worth knowing
Its varied spaces, from the historic house to the formal gardens and lake, have made it a popular location for film and photography in the Cambridgeshire countryside.
Gardens & grounds at Longstowe Hall
The landscaped gardens, with herbaceous borders leading down to a lake, open to the public on a limited number of pre-booked days each year.
Plan your visit to Longstowe Hall
Nearest station: Shepreth Rail Station (7 miles)
The landscaped gardens open to the public on select pre-booked days during the year; check the official website for dates.
Admission
Free entry to Historic Houses members (show valid membership card)
Places to visit near Longstowe Hall
Wimpole's Folly
View Wimpole's Folly on heritage mapWimpole Home Farm
View Wimpole Home Farm on heritage mapWimpole Estate
View Wimpole Estate on heritage mapSt Denys' Church, Little Barford
View St Denys' Church, Little Barford on heritage mapSt Michael's Church, Longstanton
View St Michael's Church, Longstanton on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 5 miles of Longstowe Hall there are 3 historic properties, including 1 monument, 1 historic building and 1 historic house.
Within 10 miles of Longstowe Hall there are 6 historic properties, including 3 churchs, across Churches Conservation Trust and National Trust sites.
Within 20 miles of Longstowe Hall there are 29 historic properties, including 10 churchs, 9 historic houses and 2 historic buildings, across Churches Conservation Trust, English Heritage and National Trust sites.
Stay nearby
Make more of your visit with an overnight stay near Longstowe Hall.
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A 16th-century Cambridgeshire estate where you can walk the gardens on the few days a year they open.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Cambridgeshire, England
- Visit duration
- 1-4 hours
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