Whether you’re visiting for a leisurely walk, exploring the gardens in full bloom, discovering sculpture among the trees or simply enjoying the changing seasons, Burtown invites you to slow down and experience the estate at your own pace. Every path reveals something different. Wander through celebrated herbaceous borders, explore the wider farm walks, discover contemporary sculpture set within the landscape, visit the gallery, or simply pause to enjoy the peace and beauty that has shaped Burtown for generations. No two visits are ever quite the same, and that is exactly as it should be.

Autum Border in the Kitchen Garden

The Gardens The heart of Burtown

The gardens at Burtown have been lovingly developed over generations and continue to evolve with each passing season. From expansive herbaceous borders and intimate garden rooms to specimen trees and colourful planting, every visit offers something different. Whether you’re discovering spring bulbs, the height of summer or the rich colours of autumn, the gardens invite you to slow down, wander and enjoy the beauty of the changing landscape.

Discover the Gardens

Farm Walks

Farm Walks Explore beyond the gardens.

Stretching beyond the formal gardens, Burtown’s farm walks invite visitors to experience the wider estate at a gentler pace. Follow mown pathways through meadows and woodland, enjoy far-reaching views across the landscape and discover a quieter side of Burtown where wildlife, native planting and open skies take centre stage. Perfect for families, walkers and anyone looking to reconnect with nature.

Explore the Farm Walks

The Burtown Pantry

The Burtown Pantry A relaxed stop along the way.

Whether you’re beginning your visit with coffee and homemade cake, enjoying a light lunch or taking a break after exploring the estate, The Burtown Pantry offers a relaxed place to pause. Seasonal produce, freshly prepared food and artisan treats can be enjoyed indoors or outside, surrounded by the beauty of the gardens.

Visit The Pantry

Burtown House across the fields Joanna and the girls
Front Facade of Burtown House

Heritage

Burtown has been home to generations of the Fennell family for over three centuries. The estate has continually evolved, while remaining true to its character as a place of beauty, creativity and stewardship.

Today, that history lives alongside new ideas, ensuring Burtown remains a living estate rather than simply a historic one.

Discover our Story

Wendy Walsh

Art at Burtown

Art has long been part of the story of Burtown. From notible resident artists from past times, to close connections to botanical artists such as Lydia Shackleton and Wendy Walsh.

From the family’s collection of paintings to contemporary sculpture placed throughout the gardens and landscape, creativity is woven into the fabric of the estate.

As you explore, you’ll discover artworks that invite you to pause, reflect and see the landscape from a different perspective, continuing Burtown’s long tradition of celebrating both nature and artistic expression.