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Diana's Althorp: New Tours & Champagne Teas
28 Jun
Summary
- Althorp House, Diana's childhood home, offers exclusive tours.
- Special tours include Champagne afternoon tea for £146.38.
- The estate is open for two months, bookended by Diana's birthday and death anniversary.
Althorp House, the childhood residence of Diana, Princess of Wales, is now offering exclusive guided tours for royal enthusiasts. These limited daily tours, capped at 20 guests, provide an in-depth look at the historic estate, culminating in a Champagne afternoon tea. The total cost for this special experience is £146.38.
The 90-room stately home, a Grade-I listed property, opens its doors for a two-month period each year. This limited opening is due to an arrangement made with the UK Government in 1992. Coincidentally, the opening on July 1st, Princess Diana's birthday, and the closing on August 31st, the anniversary of her death, bookend this period.
Visitors often gather at The Temple, a memorial overlooking the Oval Lake where Princess Diana is buried. While her burial site is private, The Temple serves as a place for guests to leave flowers in her memory.
Recent discussions suggest Prince Harry might visit Althorp, his mother's former residence, during his upcoming UK visit for Invictus Games commitments. The house will be closed on July 10th and 11th this year, fuelling speculation about a potential visit. Harry has previously used Althorp as a base and visited with his wife, Meghan Markle.
