Set amid beautifully landscaped parkland west of Peterborough, Elton Hall is one of England’s great country houses — a living masterpiece shaped by generations of the Proby family since the 1660s. Its striking mix of Gothic and Georgian architecture reveals centuries of adaptation and artistry, while its interiors hold treasures from across Europe.
Visitors can wander through grand state rooms adorned with fine furniture, family portraits, and rare manuscripts from the hall’s historic library, which includes works by Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Tennyson. Outside, the formal gardens are equally captivating — from the box-edged parterre and sunken rose garden to the romantic orangery and Gothic folly, all surrounded by sweeping lawns and woodland walks.
Open to the public for part of the year, Elton Hall offers guided and self-guided tours, seasonal garden openings, and special events including open-air theatre and heritage days. Its blend of architectural splendour, artistic legacy, and serene natural beauty make it a must-see within the Nene Reaches landscape — alongside nearby sites such as Castor Hanglands, Nene Park, and the Nene Valley Railway