Elton Hall and Gardens
About This Museum
Elton Hall isn't just another stately home; it's a lived-in, breathing tapestry of English history that has been the private home of the Proby family for centuries. Wandering its opulent rooms feels less like a museum tour and more like a privileged glimpse into a continuous family story, where portraits seem to greet you as familiar guests. From its 15th-century monastic core to its later Gothic Revival flourishes, the building itself narrates a tale of evolving tastes and fortunes. It’s this unique, intimate atmosphere, set against the serene backdrop of its gardens, that truly sets it apart.
Collection Highlights
You'll find an astonishing library with rare volumes, portraits by Gainsborough that gaze down from the walls, and even a stunning private chapel. The collection feels personal, from delicate Sèvres porcelain collected on Grand Tours to historic letters tucked away in desks.
Visitor Information
Plan your escape for a summer's day when the house and its glorious formal gardens are open to the public. It’s the kind of place where you can spend hours, so bring a picnic to enjoy in the parkland afterwards.
Architecture & Building
The hall is a romantic jigsaw of periods, starting with a medieval core and later wrapped in striking, battlemented Gothic Revival stonework that gives it a fairy-tale silhouette.
Contact & Location
Address: Elton Hall, Overend, Elton, Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, England, PE8 6RU, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1832 280468
Website: Visit Website
