The Chester House Estate

Christmas Opening Times

Please can we take this opportunity to thank everyone for their continued support this year - it's been an incredible 2025 with so much fun and so many memories made. We look forward to welcoming you all back in 2026!

Christmas Eve - open until 4PM.

Whole site closed between 25th of December - 5th of January.

The Estate will be closed over the Christmas Holidays, reopening from Tuesday 6th of January 2026.

History and heritage, learning and education, independent shops, weddings, conferences and a packed programme of events – welcome to The Chester House Estate.

Set in 84 acres of stunning green space, The Chester House Estate in Irchester is one of Northamptonshire’s most welcoming, popular and prestigious venues and is home to 10,000 years of history – and it is totally free to enter and enjoy.

The Farmhouse

The Farmhouse has a wide selection of fresh savoury dishes, vegetarian and vegan options and a range of sweet treats (including allergen-free cakes) from local bakers.

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Museum, play area, independent shops and more!

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Learning

Our Learning department at The Chester House Estate is committed to engaging learners with our rich 10,000 year history, by delivering hands-on workshops with a range of topic options to enrich curriculum teaching and learning.

Our estate is a nationally significant heritage site and one of the few places in the country that can demonstrate over 10,000 years of human activity.

Tying the knot at The Chester House Estate

When you tie the knot at The Chester House Estate, expect history, romance, luxury and beauty. Nestled within an idyllic landscape with views of the River Nene, our grand 17th Century grade II* listed Farmhouse promises to be your picture-perfect wedding venue.

The Chester House Estate is one of Northamptonshire’s best kept secrets, where romance meets history. Featuring historic limestone, stunning views over the landscape and the grand backdrop of the house, our Estate is a place to make every occasion truly memorable.

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Meetings and conferencing

Inspire your team or networks by arranging a meeting or conference in the stunning surrounds of Chester House Estate. Views look out onto our beautiful surrounding landscape and the River Nene - the perfect location to keep your delegates both focused and motivated.

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Rated 5.0 out of 5

Thank you so much for giving us the most special wedding party! The venue is absolutely beautiful and the staff were amazing from start to finish, especially Lisa and Matthew! All of the extra touches were perfect, the food was amazing and the apartment stay was just the cherry on the cake! We had so many compliments from all of our guests. The Chester House Estate is such a hidden gem and has such a lovely atmosphere 💕 thank you SO much! X

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Rated 5.0 out of 5

Many visits here over the past three months. Beautiful setting. Wonderful restoration of buildings. Full information about the early Briton settlement, archaeological digs (partnership with Leicester University ongoing). Small museum with archaeological finds. Staff so friendly and helpful. Excellent cafe (separate dog free area), lots of choice on menu. Child friendly with lovely wooden play area. A Northamptonshire treasure. Do visit!

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As a regular provider of wedding DJ services, we have had the pleasure of working at many venues, and Chester House Estate stands out as one of our favourites. This historic venue, with its picturesque setting and beautifully maintained grounds, offers a unique charm that adds an extra touch of magic to any wedding celebration. The staff at Chester House Estate are exceptionally professional and accommodating, ensuring that every event runs smoothly from start to finish. The spacious reception areas are perfect for setting up our DJ equipment, allowing us to create an immersive and vibrant atmosphere that keeps guests dancing all night long.

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