Days Out Group - Althorp House

Althorp House  is one of England’s greatest stately homes and is the ancestral home of the Spencer Family. It was Princess Diana’s childhood home and is her last resting place. Althorp was purchased in 1508 by Sir John Spencer using the wealth from sheep rearing. The Tudor manor has established a family seat that has passed through 19 generations.

This exceptionally beautiful Grade 1 stately home features magnificent 16th Century architecture by Henry Holland and is now renowned for its vast collection of works by Van Dyke, Rubens and Gainsborough and its vast collection of other treasures. Althorp holds deep ties to British political and cultural history, serving as a hub for lavish 18th century society and residence for Royals ranging from Charles1 to Edward VII. The 13,000-acre estate remains a working agricultural property.

There is no guided tour, but we will be free to visit the house and gardens at our leisure and there are knowledgeable and well-informed assistants throughout who will be happy to answer any questions. The café will be open for you to buy lunch, teas, and coffee.

Details and Questions Please see the announcement email and the details attachment to it for further information  If you have any queries or questions about this outing, please email Barbara - barbliss1@outlook.com or call 07973 128454.

Price £55 (or £29.90 for Historic Houses members - bring your membership card with, you will need to show it). Book before 12 July. 

Note: Only HGS u3a Members can attend. You can pay for yourself and one other member. You'll need to give the membership number for each person you book for. Choose 'Debit or Credit Card' when you are asked 'PayPal' or 'Debit or Credit Card'

Itinerary: (coach departs promptly at 10:15, other times approximate)
10:15 Promptly, coach departs the Free Church Car Park NW11 6PB opposite Erskine Hill
11:45 Arrive at Althorp House, visit the house and gardens at your leisure
16:00 Return journey, meeting point and exact time to be advised on the day.
17:30 Arrive back at Free Church.

Cancellation: Latest date for cancellation is 12 July

Venue: Althorp House, Althorp, Northamptonshire NN7 4HQ