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Once an Elizabethan Palace, Holdenby now hosts weddings, events & visitors over the summer season Follow us on Twitter & Instagram

Holdenby House is the surviving wing of the Elizabethan Palace built in 1583 by Sir Christopher Hatton, Lord Chancellor to Queen Elizabeth I. It subsequently became the palace of James I and the prison of Charles I following his defeat in the Civil War. Holdenby is now a much loved family home, and is opened up for just a handful of weddings each year, making this a really exclusive venue for your big day. The house and Grade I listed gardens are made available on the basis of your exclusive use and the house is licensed for civil ceremonies. There is a suite of elegant rooms stretching the whole south side of the house overlooking the stunning gardens which in turn look onto views of rolling countryside with not a building in sight. Take a look at our page and get in contact with us, we would be delighted to show you around the house and gardens and discuss the finer details of your big day.

04/11/2026

🎆 Tomorrow Night... We Light up the sky.

Tomorrow Holdenby House will be the place to be for our spectacular Firework night.

⭐️ Early low noise display
🎡 Funfair Rides
🥞 Delicious Food

Bring your family and friends, wrap up warm and get ready for a fantastic night.

Tickets via our website

02/11/2026

🎆 THREE DAYS TO GO! Holdenby Fireworks Spectacular 🎆

The countdown is on! ✨

This Thursday, 5th November, Holdenby House will light up the night sky for our much-loved Fireworks Spectacular, organised by Xplosive Group.

If you're looking for a fantastic Bonfire Night experience to enjoy with family and friends, there's plenty to look forward to!

🎆 A spectacular main fireworks display
🌟 An earlier, lower-noise display for younger children
🎡 Funfair rides
🍔 Street food to enjoy
🥤 Drinks and bars

Wrap up warm, bring your family and friends, and get ready for an evening full of colour, excitement and those magical moments when everyone looks up at the sky! ✨

📅 Thursday 5th November
📍 Holdenby House

🎟️ Get your tickets and event information here:
https://zurl.co/HFouF

Don't leave it until the last minute - get your Bonfire Night plans sorted!

💬 Who's joining us for the fireworks this year? 🎇👇

31/10/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Holdenby House! 👻🎃

With centuries of history behind our walls, we're sure Holdenby has a story or two that could send a shiver down your spine! 🏰

From royal residents and intriguing characters to hidden corners and tales from times gone by, historic houses have a wonderful way of capturing our imagination.

Of course, we're not saying there are any ghosts at Holdenby...

But if the floorboards creak and a door mysteriously moves, perhaps we'll leave that one to your imagination! 👀

Whether you're dressing up, carving pumpkins, enjoying a spooky film or handing out treats tonight, we hope you have a frightfully fun Halloween.

29/10/2026

🎄☕ A Little Christmas Magic at The Old Stableyard Tearoom at Holdenby ☕🎄

Fancy a little festive treat this December? ✨

Millie’s Bakery at The Old Stableyard Tearoom are getting ready to welcome you for a special Christmas Afternoon Tea on 12th & 13th December! 🎅

Whether you're planning a festive catch-up with friends, a family treat or simply an excuse to take a break from the Christmas rush, there's something rather lovely about sitting down together over a pot of tea and a delicious afternoon treat. 💚

It's the perfect opportunity to slow down, enjoy some festive indulgence and spend a little quality time with the people who matter most.

So why not gather your favourite people and make a date for a little Christmas cheer at Holdenby?

📅 Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December
🎄 Christmas Afternoon Tea
📍 The Old Stableyard Tearoom, Holdenby House

📩 For bookings and enquiries, contact Millie's Bakery on 07484 196027.

💬 Who would you love to share a festive afternoon tea with? Tag them below and start making those Christmas plans! 🎄👇

27/10/2026

🎆 Bonfire Night Is Almost Here! 🎆

Have you got your fireworks plans sorted?

The Holdenby House Fireworks Spectacular returns on Thursday 5 November, bringing an evening of colour, excitement and family fun to the grounds of Holdenby House. ✨

Here's what you can look forward to:

🎆 An award-winning main fireworks display
🌟 An earlier, lower-noise children's display
🎡 A funfair with rides
🍔 A street food village
🥤 Drinks and licensed bars

It's a fantastic opportunity to gather family and friends, wrap up warm and enjoy a memorable Bonfire Night together.

📅 Thursday 5 November 2026
📍 Holdenby House

🎟️ Tickets and event information:
https://zurl.co/8hvzU

Who's looking forward to lighting up the November sky with us? 🎇

24/10/2026

💍 Planning Something Special for 2027? ✨

Some occasions deserve a setting that's every bit as memorable as the moment itself.

Whether you're dreaming of a beautiful wedding, planning a special celebration or organising a corporate event, choosing the right venue is an important part of bringing your plans to life.

At Holdenby House, history, character and beautiful surroundings come together to create a truly distinctive setting for special occasions.

From romantic wedding celebrations to corporate gatherings and private events, our team can help you explore the possibilities and create an occasion that feels right for you.

And if 2027 is the year you're planning something special, now is a wonderful time to start exploring venues.

🏰 Discover Holdenby as a venue:
Visit our website to find out more and or to make an enquiry email@ [email protected]

We'd love to hear what you have in mind. 💚

22/10/2026

🏰 Did You Know? Holdenby Was Once a Royal Palace! 👑

Today, Holdenby House is known for its beautiful surroundings, fascinating history and wonderful events.

But did you know that it was once one of the grandest houses in Elizabethan England?

Designed and built by Sir Christopher Hatton, a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, Holdenby Palace was completed in 1583 and was renowned for its magnificent architecture.

Its royal connections didn't end there. The palace later became associated with James I and Charles I, and in 1647, Charles I spent around five months at Holdenby while in the custody of Parliament.

Just imagine what those walls could tell us if they could talk! 🏰

Although much of the original palace has disappeared over the centuries, Holdenby's story lives on in the surviving house, its grounds and the many historical features visitors can still discover.

It's one of the things we love most about Holdenby — there's always another story to uncover.

💚 If you could ask one question about Holdenby's history, what would it be? We'd love to hear your ideas!

20/10/2026

🏆 A BIG Holdenby Congratulations to Millie's Bakery! 🥖💚

We have some wonderful news to share!

A huge congratulations to Millie’s Bakery who took home Gold at the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards last week for their delicious Rustic Sourdough! 👏

For those of you who have visited our Old Stableyard Tearoom, you'll know that good food and a warm welcome are all part of the experience.

We're delighted to see Millie's hard work and passion recognised among the very best of Northamptonshire's food and drink businesses.

It's fantastic to see local independent businesses celebrated for the care, creativity and dedication they bring to what they do.

So, from all of us at Holdenby, congratulations to Millie and the team what a brilliant achievement! 💚

And if you haven't yet sampled the delights of the Old Stableyard Tearoom, perhaps this is the perfect excuse to discover what's on offer.

🥖 Are you a sourdough fan? Do you prefer yours fresh from the oven, toasted for breakfast or served alongside a delicious lunch?

03/10/2026

💛 Looking Back at Last Weekend... Cycle4Cynthia 💛

Last weekend, we were incredibly proud to host and support Cycle4Cynthia at Holdenby House.

What a fantastic day it was! 🚴‍♀️👏

From the early morning arrivals to the riders crossing the finish line, there was such an incredible atmosphere around Holdenby. Smiles, cheering, determination and plenty of tired legs! 😂

It was wonderful to see so many people coming together to take part, support friends and family and, most importantly, raise vital funds for Cynthia Spencer Hospice
And this year was particularly special as 2026 marks 50 years of Cynthia Spencer Hospice. 💛

For five decades, Cynthia Spencer has been providing specialist palliative care to people living with life-limiting illnesses, while also supporting their families across our local community.
Their work reaches far beyond the hospice itself, with services including Hospice at Home, wellbeing support, lymphoedema care and bereavement support providing care and support when families need it most.

We were delighted to play our small part by providing the setting for such a brilliant event. 💚

A huge well done to every single rider who took part, and a massive thank you to all the volunteers, supporters and the wonderful team at Cynthia Spencer who helped make the day such a success.

And that atmosphere... what a way to spend a Sunday at Holdenby! 🚴‍♀️💛

Photo credit: Stu Vincent Photography

18/09/2026

🦅 It’s Falconry Gathering Weekend! 🦅

The wait is almost over… tomorrow we welcome you to Holdenby House for a whole weekend celebrating birds of prey!

Join Icarus Falconry and visiting falconers for a fantastic weekend of flying displays, magnificent birds and the chance to get up close and learn more about these incredible creatures.

And there’s plenty more to enjoy while you’re here…

🦅 Falconry displays & birds of prey
🛍️ Falconry traders with a range of specialist products and gifts
🍔 Burgers to keep you fuelled
🍕 Pizza fresh and delicious
🥤 Drinks to enjoy throughout the day
🌿 Plus, of course, the beautiful surroundings of Holdenby House

Whether you’re passionate about falconry, bringing the family for a day out, or simply fancy doing something a little different this weekend, there’s lots to see, enjoy and discover.

📅 Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September
📍 Holdenby House
🎟 pre book via our website: www.holdenby.com (price increase on the day)

So grab your family and friends, come along for the day and look to the skies! 👀🦅

Address

Holdenby
Northampton
NN68DJ

Telephone

+441604770074

Website

https://linktr.ee/holdenbyhouse

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