I attended the Althorp Literary Festival in early Oct. What a wonderful, intimate event in a stunning setting. Earl Charles Spencer was a gracious host, and was continuously mingling with the group ensuring all were enjoying the event. Fabulous author talks, book signings, and open...More

This is the ancestral home of Princess Diana and I have to say relies greatly on that fact. The house itself is very interesting and Diana's resting place (if she is really buried there) is very serene. The memorial is starting to look a bit...More

The Spencer family estate is a vast, serene spot. Deer and pheasants are roaming the estate while a literary event was going on. The grounds are well-kept and the final resting area of Princess Di on the island is a peaceful area on the property....More

Pretty much standard stately home fare - the house is magnificent with every square inch of wall space festooned with portraits and paintings of the Spencer family down the ages. There were no guided tours on the day we were there, with a free-flow through...More

Went here last August 2017. Would advise that you book tickets for entry in advance online. Had to change my date of visit and the house's customer service reps were very helpful. Online con would be that it is a bit difficult to find if...More

Very nice country home with plenty to see and do Lots of history well worth a visit on the outskirts of Northamptonshire but well signposted

Went here for a day with my friend. We wanted to go on the 20th anniversary for Diana's death with it being her childhood home and we both felt that there could have been more to commemorate her on such a poignant year. The Diana...More