Belton House (National Trust)
Belton House
Belton
Nr Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG32 2LS
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/belton-house
Telephone
Enquiries
01476 566116
Education
01476 577290
Fax
01476 579071
Restoration country house with magnificent interiors, gardens and park. Built in 1685-88 for 'Young' Sir John Brownlow, Belton is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of Restoration country house architecture. The stunning interiors contain exceptionally fine plasterwork and wood-carving, as well as important collections of paintings, furniture, tapestries and silver. The grounds include 14 hectares (36 acres) of gardens, the Lakeside Walk, a magnificent landscaped park and the largest children's adventure playground in Lincolnshire.
Venue Type:
Historic house or home
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Tell a Story with Ceramics
Create your own 'Ceramic Story', inspired by our Belton collection of Sevres, Meissen and other beautiful porcelain. For age 3 upwards and all children to be accompanied by an adult please.
Suitable for
When
12-3pm
Admission
All tickets: £3
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Bee Keeping Workshop: Level 1
This Workshop will cover the theoretical knowledge required to begin bee-keeping safely, including colony and casts of bees, swarm prevention, seasonal management, pests, diseases and disorders: the honey harvest, bee-keeping and support networks.
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Meet the Experts: Close up on Textiles
Join NT conservation specialist, Sandra Howe, on a room to room tour, for a closer look at some of Belton's 300 year old textiles and discover the conservation challenges we face in caring for them.
Suitable for
When
11am-12:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £10
Booking Essential.
Website
Inspiration for Garden Design Workshop
A look at planting for impact, harnessing size and scale
shapes, textures, contrasts and harmonies, soils and surfaces, structures, containers, climbers and challenges!
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Kite Flying & Workshops
Create and fly your own kite. We guarantee you'll get hooked on a whole new hobby. Normal admission + a small charge for workshops.
Suitable for
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Garden Workshop: Propogation
Harness the power of nature and make your garden work for you! Demonstrations and practical sessions focusing on hardwood cuttings and herbaceous, perrenial divisions, effective composting and soil improvers. (pelargoniums, salvias & herbs)
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Guided House Tours
Fascinating 1 hour tour, every 15 minutes. Entry by timed ticket, available at Reception. Please note - there is no free-flow access to the house on these days.
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Orangery Tour & Cream Tea with Head Gardener
Meet Fred Corrin, for a close-up look at the exotic flowers and foliage in The Orangery and discover more about this special collection (including Norfolk Island Pine, zantedecia ethiopica, datura gran marnia.Followed by Afternoon Tea.
Suitable for
When
2-4pm
Admission
All tickets: £10.5
Plus normal admission charges.
Booking Essential.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Conservation in Action - Books or Ceramics
Meet our House and Collections Team as they demonstrate ways we care for Belton's book or ceramics collection.March & April - Books.May & June - Ceramics
Suitable for
When
1am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Food Fayre
Outdoor Market with local, Lincolnshire specialities to taste and buy.
Suitable for
When
10:30am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Bee-keeping: Honey Harvest & Hive Products
With the award-winning local bee-keeper, Simon Croson, of The Artisan Honey Co. Practical sessions demonstrating the honey harvest from the hive to the jar, including uncapping, extraction, processing and presentation of hive products
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Website
Photography Workshop: Summer in Focus
Capture the luxuriance of summer: focusing on foliage, flowers and insects. Top tips on framing and bringing your photos to life. Outdoor clothing and robust clothing essential.
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Photography Workshop: Summer in Focus
Capture the luxuriance of summer: focusing on foliage, flowers and insects. Top tips on framing and bringing your photos to life. Outdoor clothing and robust clothing essential.
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Belton Family Portraits workshop
An exciting oportunity to join talented NT artist Jan Osbond to create your own family portraits, using watercolour and mixed media. Pick up lots of tips and tricks. For adults and children, minimum 7yrs. Bring a packed lunch.
Suitable for
When
10am-1pm
Admission
All tickets: £5
Booking Advisable.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Organic Gardening Workshop
Working in harmony with nature
companion planting
preventing pests and diseases and attracting wildlife. A practical workshop - outdoor clothing and robust footwear essential.
Suitable for
When
10am-4:45pm
Admission
All tickets: £70
Booking Essential.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Twilight Tour of Garden & Lakeshore
Enjoy Belton's gardens at their summer evening best on this leisurely stroll with Gardener, Richard Shores
Suitable for
When
6:30-9pm
Admission
All tickets: £9.5
Booking Essential.
Please wear outdoor footwear.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Theatre in the Garden: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Join Puck and his musical fairy band for an enchanted tale of lovers, mechanicals and magical mayhem. Pantaloons Theatre Company present this timeless comedy in their witty and anarchic style. Arrival at 6pm onwards for pic-nics. Under 5's free.
Suitable for
When
7-9:30pm
Admission
Adult: £12 In advance
Adult: £13 On the day
Child: £8 In advance
Child: £9 On the day
Booking Essential.
Please dress for outdoors..Bring your own rug or fold up chair and a picnic.No BBQs or naked flames.
If you have mobility difficulties, please let us know at time of booking.Close parkng can be arranged.
Website
Conservation in Action: Textiles, silver & metalwork
Suitable for
When
12:30-4:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Plant Hunters Day
Family fun activities, based on our special collections of garden and parkland plants. All materials supplied. Free but donations welcome.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Dragon's Daughter - Family Theatre in the Garden
A lively and enchanting performance, by Blunderbuss Theatre Company, to delight all ages (4 yrs upwards). Entrance from 5.30pm for picnics (no naked flames or BBQs please) and the performance is from 6.30 to 7.45pm.
Suitable for
When
6:30-7:45am
Admission
Adult: £11 In advance
Adult: £12 on the evening
Child: £7 in advance
Child: £8 on the evening
Booking Essential.
Website
Every Picture Tells a Story: Family Art Detectives Tour
Turn detective to discover just what our paintings are telling us. For accompanied children, aged 7+. Booking advisable but some tickets may be available from Reception on the day.
Suitable for
When
11:30am-12:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Advisable.
Website
Kite Flying & Falconry
Come and fly your kite! Witness the perfection of flight too, when falcons demonstrate their amazing skills, at Belton.
Suitable for
When
10:30am-5:30pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Wild on Wednesdays
Pond dipping and bug hunting sessions throughout the day. Meet our Team by the Mirror Pond. All kit supplied but please dress for the outdoors.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
Suitable for
When
11am-12pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Upstairs Downstairs Servants Tours at Belton
We regret there is no disabled access. Coffee or tea provided.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
11am-1pm
Admission
Adult: £10
Booking Essential.
Website
Vintage & Collectables Fair
Pop on the pearls, dust down that boater and step back in time! Vintage stalls, classic cars: demonstrations and period music.
Suitable for
When
10:30am-5pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Bat Walk
Join Lincolnshire Bat Group for an evening walk to discover the many fascinating varieties of bats that frequent Belton by night. Proceeds split 50:50 with Lincolnshire Bat Group.
Suitable for
When
7:30-9:30pm
Admission
Child: £5.5
Booking Essential.
Outdoor clothing and robust footwear essential.
Website
Paint the Garden
Recreate the beauty of Belton's Gardens in paint, pastel, pencil or crayon. Basic materials supplied. Free, but donations welcome.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Our Team at Belton, 01476 566116, belton@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Conservation in Action: Textiles, ceramics, silver & metalwork
Watch our House Conservation Team as they demonstrate ways we care for Belton's collections - and possibly pick up some tips for use at home!
Suitable for
When
1am-4pm
Admission
Normal admission charges apply.
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Pride & Prejudice - Theatre in the Garden with Chapterhouse Theatre Company
Meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. Whilst her mother determinedly tries to pair her off with the destestable Mr Collins, Elizabeth encounters the enigmatic Mr Darcy. Is there more to him then mets the eye? Revel in this renowned love story....
Suitable for
When
6-8:45pm
Admission
Adult: £12 in advance
Adult: £13 on the evening
Child: £8 in advance
Child: £9 on the evening
Booking Essential.
Open from 6pm for picnics (no naked flames or BBQs please) and the performance is from 7pm until 8.45pm.
Website
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Medieval Mysteries Walk
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
2-3:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £5
Booking Essential.
Website
Medieval Mysteries Walk
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
11am-12:30pm
Admission
All tickets: £5
Booking Essential.
Website
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
When
10:30am-12pm
Admission
Child: £1.00. Property admission charge does not apply.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.
When
10am-12pm
Where
Meet in the Discovery Centre.
Admission
Child: £1.00. Usual property admission prices apply. 01476 566116.
Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am - 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.
When
11am-12pm
Where
The Activity Centre
Admission
Free. Usual property admission prices apply.
Belton Archaeology Club
Children can have a go at all the things that archaeologists do. Small charge applies. Accompanying adults free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-12pm
Where
In the Discovery Centre
Admission
Child: £1
Booking Not Needed.
Website
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