Where Elizabethan history began. Visit this stunning Jacobean house within its own great Park and see the surviving wing of the Tudor Royal Palace, where Elizabeth I spent much of her childhood.
Home of the Cecil family for 400 years, the house is steeped in Elizabethan and Victorian political history.
Delightful formal gardens to explore. Special events (see website) throughout the year. Extensive Parkland (dogs welcome) with Park Walks and trails.
* PARK, GARDENS, RESTAURANT & SHOP: Daily 11am-5.30pm Dogs Welcome in park.
* EAST GARDEN - Wednesday11am-5.30pm.
Please check website for details of events programme, as these may change admission arrangements.
* HATFIELD PARK FARM - NEW FOR 2011*
Opens on 16 April 2011 and will feature different breeds of livestock and fowl, which are not generally seen in Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties. Families will be encouraged to stroll amongst the dozen or so paddocks in which will be interesting grazing animals of many breeds and sizes.
Disabled Facilities: Full access to both floors of house and all visitor facilities (except the model soldiers exhibition).
Wedding & Conference Facilities - see website or Tel: 01707 262055.