Rushton Hall

Rushton Hall is an English country house hotel located in Northamptonshire. The complex includes guest rooms, dining facilities, a swimming pool, and spa services set within extensive grounds that feature landscaped gardens and water features.

The estate was acquired in the 15th century by William Tresham, a warrior who fought at the Battle of Agincourt. Over generations, the house was expanded and modified, creating layers of architectural styles from different periods.

The name comes from the Anglo-Saxon word for rushes that once grew along the waterways. Visitors can walk through the maintained grounds today and experience the landscape that has shaped this estate for centuries.

The estate has wide paths and open areas that make exploring the gardens and grounds straightforward. Most areas are accessible, though some parts of the older structure may have steep stairs or narrow passages.

The grounds contain a triangular-shaped tower built in the 1590s by Thomas Tresham that incorporates hidden meanings into its geometric form. The structure was a personal artistic expression by someone who loved architectural riddles.

Location: Rushton

GPS coordinates: 52.43640,-0.77101

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44