Althorp House is the
ancestral home of the Spencer family and is set in about 14,000 acres. Althorp was purchased in 1522 by John Spencer
a successful sheep farmer.
Princess Diana was the daughter of Edward, the 8th Earl Spencer. At Althorp there is an award-winning exhibition celebrating the life and work of Diana, The Princess of Wales.
On display are the famous Bridal Gown, childhood letters, school reports, and details of the Princess's work for charity.
