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Hatfield House, Hatfield

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Built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, chief minister to King James I, the Jacobean Hatfield House has been the home of the Cecil family ever since. The site houses numerous iconic objects associated with Queen Elizabeth I, including some gloves and a pair of silk stockings believed to have been the first ones in England. The mansion’s library displays an illuminated parchment 7 m (22 ft) long, displaying the pedigree of Elizabeth I and going back all the way to Adam and Eve. Some of the building’s original Jacobean features are still intact, including the elaborately decorated wooden grand staircase. Join a free guided tour of the mansion’s staterooms to see historic paintings, furniture, tapestries, and armor. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to Hatfield House by using our Hatfield trip itinerary planner.

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Debbie O

Overall a great afternoon with family/friends with 1 or 2 minor niggles. A great venue for an outdoor production and the weather was good. Although the stage etc. looked relatively basic, the actors' ... more »
Dave E

We attended a Wedding here and I have to say that the setting was fantastic, the food was first class and the staff were great. I would not hesitate using this for any function(cost permitting), more »
PoetPete2014

Hatfield House, unsurprisingly in Hatfield Has things which may be revealed. There's a stunning modern fountain Kinetic art, there the visitor to entertain Immediately before the house entrance. Peopl... more »