Our fabulous old house has had a rich and varied history.
Built by Salisbury Dunn – a local landowner – in 1787, and extended massively in Victorian times by Edward Ball MP, the property passed through the ownership of many families until its purchase by Cambridgeshire County Council in 1964.
Since then, the Centre has been through many more changes, and a great number of terrible carpets.
We hold a massive amount of infromation on the house and garden, as well as the people who’ve lived and worked here in the 227 years since it was built.
We are hopeful that in the coming months and years we can develop this are of the website further – please come back and see us soon, or contact us if you can help us piece our past together.
Find out more about the hotspots of the house. Learn more about your visit and what the house and grounds offer. Learn about what you'll see and do!
ExploreAll staff are amazing. The team are forward thinking – things improve/adapt every visit.
Elsworth Primary, Cambs
So many strengths! The grounds were brilliant, activities were appropriately pitched and all staff were kind and communicative.
Thorndown Primary, Cambs
Engaging activities with staff who genuinely care about building the children’s confidence, knowledge and skills.
Cavalry Primary, Cambs
Amazing team work skills. Great to see those children who can struggle academically be involved and shine.
The Shade Primary School
The most important thing was learning I could do things I thought I could not do and to trust...
Samiha, Year 4
Its back to school for children across the country and we at Burwell house...
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