Photo: Sandringham by John Fielding from Norwich, UK, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About this place
Sandringham House in Norfolk has been a private royal residence since 1862, when the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII, bought the estate.
The house was almost completely rebuilt in a series of works beginning in 1870 and continuing through to 1900.
It has passed through five monarchs since then and remains in royal ownership today.
The house opens to visitors for part of the year, giving a rare look inside a working royal home.
The estate now covers around 20,000 acres and includes a country park that is accessible year-round.
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Plan your visit
Nearest station: Kings Lynn Rail Station (7 miles)
The house is open to the public seasonally (broadly April to October); the country park is accessible year-round. Check the official website for current dates and times.
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Within 5 miles of Sandringham there are 1 historic properties, including 1 church.
Within 10 miles of Sandringham there are 2 historic properties, including 1 church and 1 historic house, across English Heritage and Historic Houses sites.
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Facts
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Norfolk, England
- Visit duration
- Allow at least half a day — house tour approximately 1 hour, with additional time for gardens and parkland.
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