Kirby Hall, Corby
Facts and practical information
Kirby Hall is an Elizabethan country house, located near Gretton, Northamptonshire, England. The nearest main town is Corby. One of the great Elizabethan houses of England, Kirby Hall was built for Sir Humphrey Stafford of Blatherwick, beginning in 1570. In 1575 the property was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton of Holdenby, Lord Chancellor to Queen Elizabeth I. It is a leading and early example of the Elizabethan prodigy house. Construction on the building began in 1570, based on the designs in French architectural pattern books and expanded in the Classical style over the course of the following decades. The house is now in a semi-ruined state with many parts roof-less although the Great Hall and state rooms remain intact. The gardens, with their elaborate "cutwork" design, complete with statues and urns, have been recently restored. ()
Kirby Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: International Swimming Pool, Rockingham Motor Speedway, Rockingham Castle, Lyveden New Bield.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Kirby Hall open?
- Monday closed
- Tuesday closed
- Wednesday closed
- Thursday closed
- Friday closed
- Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 4 pm