Holdenby House

12/06/2026

☀️ The Weekend Starts Here...

The working week is nearly over, and if you're looking for somewhere to relax, unwind and enjoy the great outdoors, we'd love to welcome you to Holdenby House this weekend.

🌿 Wander through our beautiful gardens
☕ Enjoy a delicious treat in the Tearoom
🦅 Marvel at the magnificent birds of prey in our Falconry Centre

Whether you're meeting friends for coffee, bringing the family for a day out, or simply looking for a peaceful few hours surrounded by nature, there's plenty to enjoy.

📅 This Weekend:
🌿 Saturday – Gardens & Tearoom Open
🦅 Sunday – Gardens, Tearoom & Falconry Open

So, what's your perfect day out?

☕ Tea and cake?
🌿 A stroll through the gardens?
🦅 Watching birds of prey in flight?

Let us know in the comments below 👇

11/06/2026

🌙 A Mysterious Lady and Her Faithful Companion...

One of the most intriguing characters in Holdenby House history was Lady Annaly, who lived much of her life in seclusion within the House.

A newspaper article from 1944 describes how, although rarely seen during the day, Lady Annaly would often wander the gardens at night, whatever the weather, accompanied by her beloved dog, Tous Tous.

While life at Holdenby continued around her, with visitors and guests coming and going, Lady Annaly remained something of a mystery, preferring the peace and tranquillity of her own surroundings.

Today, her story still lives on at Holdenby. In fact, one of our gardens is named Tous Tous, in memory of the faithful companion who accompanied her on those evening walks around the gardens.

It's wonderful to think that over 80 years later, visitors can still enjoy a small connection to one of Holdenby's most fascinating residents.

💬 Have you visited the Tous Tous Garden?

09/06/2026

Clear your diary, grab your friends, bring your dancing shoes and join us for two iconic summer nights at Holdenby House!

The Icons Live music festival is here on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2026.

This open-air summer concert features two massive nights: Symphonic Ibiza and the FLASH Queen Tribute, complete with a fireworks finale

ICONS LIVE is all about huge music, summer atmosphere and unforgettable nights in extraordinary surroundings.

📍Register for your tickets here:

Experience two unforgettable summer concert nights at Holdenby House featuring Symphonic Ibiza Orchestra, FLASH Queen Tribute, fireworks, bars, street food and incredible atmosphere.

05/06/2026

🎉 It's Friday... and that means the weekend is almost here! 🎉

If you're looking for somewhere to escape the hustle and bustle, we've got the perfect day out waiting for you at Holdenby House this weekend.

🌿 Stroll through our beautiful gardens
🦅 Watch magnificent birds of prey in action with our Falconry displays
☕ Treat yourself to something delicious in the Tearoom
🌳 Enjoy fresh air, open space and a chance to slow down for a few hours

Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or simply looking for a peaceful few hours outdoors, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

📅 Open this weekend
☕ Saturday – Gardens & Tearoom
🦅 Sunday – Gardens, Tearoom & Falconry

So, tell us... what's your favourite part of a day out at Holdenby? The gardens, the birds, the cake, or all of the above? 👇😊

30/05/2026

25/05/2026

☀️ Sunshine, beautiful music and history all in one place ☀️

The forecast is looking perfect for a visit to Holdenby House today!

Enjoy the wonderful atmosphere as Jem Lowther plays the piano in the ballroom while visitors explore the house for the final time until July 🎹🌿

Add in beautiful gardens, falconry displays and delicious refreshments from the tearoom and you have the perfect Bank Holiday day out.

We’re open today and would love to welcome you ☀️

23/05/2026

🌞 Sunshine, History & Homemade Cake… what more could you want this Bank Holiday weekend? 🌞

With a heatwave on the way, Holdenby House is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing family day out.

Stroll through the beautiful gardens, watch magnificent birds of prey in flight and our wildlife menargerie Icarus Falconry enjoy live piano music in the ballroom on Monday and cool off with delicious homemade treats, cold drinks in The Old Stableyard Tearoom at Holdenby

PLUS — Monday is the final chance to visit inside Holdenby House until July!

Don’t forget your sun lotion, hats and plenty of water — although our tearoom will be ready with refreshments to help keep everyone cool ☀️

Pack the sunglasses and make a day of it!

📍 Holdenby House
🗓 Sunday & Monday
🎟 Tickets available online or on the gate

www.holdenby.com

22/05/2026

☀️ LAST HOUSE OPENING UNTIL JULY ☀️

This Bank Holiday Monday is your last opportunity to explore inside Holdenby House until July!

Step inside centuries of history, wander through beautiful historic rooms, enjoy the stunning gardens, spectacular falconry displays and of course a visit to our beautiful tearoom 🍰🌿

With sunshine forecast too, it’s the perfect excuse for a relaxing family day out in the Northamptonshire countryside.

🏛 House open Monday only: 12pm–3pm
🌿 Gardens, Falconry & Tearoom: Sunday & Monday 11am–4pm

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to visit the house before the doors close again until summer!

www.holdenby.com

20/05/2026

👑 DID YOU KNOW? 👑

Back in 1647, King Charles I was imprisoned at Holdenby Palace following his defeat in the English Civil War — and he remained here for five months.

Despite being held captive, the King lived in relatively comfortable surroundings with around 120 servants attending to him during his stay at Holdenby!

It’s believed that during his time here he enjoyed many traditional country pursuits including hunting, archery and playing boules, as well as taking daily walks through the gardens. In fact, local stories say he walked at such a brisk pace that his keeper, Lord Pembroke, struggled to keep up with him!

Today, part of the gardens at Holdenby House still honour this fascinating chapter in history. The King Charles Walk, once part of the original Elizabethan Gardens, is now beautifully planted with herbaceous plants and shrubs for visitors to enjoy.

History truly surrounds Holdenby House 🌿

Have you walked the King Charles Walk before?

Open this weekend:
Saturday - Gardens and The Old Stableyard Tearoom at Holdenby
Sunday - Gardens, Tearoom and Icarus Falconry
Monday - Gardens, House, Tearoom and Falconry.

11am - 4pm

19/05/2026

Come and join us this Bank Holiday and enjoy our very own Jem Lowther playing the piano in the ballroom and who will also be available to answer any questions you may have