Hatfield House is a Grade I listed [1] country house set in a large park, the Great Park, on the eastern side of the town of Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. The present Jacobean house, a leading example of the prodigy house, was built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I. It is a prime example of ...

Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, just 21 miles north of London, is a fine Jacobean House and Garden in a spectacular countryside setting.

Hatfield House is a large and impressive Jacobean house in Hatfield, Herfordshire, England, in easy reach of London. The house was completed in 1611 and has been occupied ever since by successive generations of descendants of Robert Cecil, chief minister of King James I.

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Hatfield House is a Jacobean country house built on the site of what was Hatfield Palace, where Elizabeth I spent much of her life. Built in approximately 1485 by John Morton Bishop of Ely, Hatfield Palace came into the possession Henry VIII in the 16th century where it was installed as the home of his young children.

Hatfield House is both stunning and grand, with many friendly and knowledgeable staff members ready to share fascinating details about the estate. We would love to return in the future, and we highly recommend the Old Palace tour to anyone visiting Hatfield House.

Nov 28, 2023 · If you're a Tudorphile, Hatfield House is a must visit attraction in London, both for its charm and its royal connections. Fans of Queen Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen, will be especially enchanted by the early 17th century Jacobean palace.

Hatfield House itself is open Thursday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays from 26th May. At just 20 minutes by rail from London King’s Cross, easily accessible from the A1, and with on-site dining, boutiques and more to enjoy, it’s the perfect day out for everyone.

May 26, 2024 · Hatfield House, a majestic Jacobean manor in Hertfordshire, England, holds a unique place in British royal history. The stately country house we see today has its origins in the Tudor period as Hatfield Palace, childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I.

Jan 4, 2024 · The reign of England’s Gloriana had just begun, and its genesis can be traced to the old Palace of Hatfield House — Elizabeth I’s childhood home. Hatfield House was a fitting spot for Elizabeth, now Queen of England, to learn of her ascension.