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The William Cecil Hotel

Stamford

📍 36-38 High Street St Martin's, Stamford, PE9 2LJ

📞 +44 1780 750070

🚆 Nearest station: · 0.2 mi

The William Cecil Hotel

Photo: Michael Trolove  (CC BY-SA 2.0)

  • Set within the historic Burghley Estate near Burghley House
  • Landmark hotel in the historic market town of Stamford
  • On-site bistro dining at Milly's Bistro
  • Sister pub The Bull & Swan just steps away
  • Suited to relaxing stays, meals, meetings or celebrations
The William Cecil sits within the historic Burghley Estate in the market town of Stamford, Rutland, close to the Elizabethan Burghley House. On site you can dine at Milly's Bistro, while the sister pub, The Bull & Swan, is just steps away for seasonal dining and wines. The hotel positions itself as suited to relaxing stays, meals, business meetings or private celebrations. Stamford station is just 0.2 miles away, making it easy to reach by train. For days out, Rutland Water's Sykes Lane beach lies 5.9 miles away, and nearby attractions include the National Trust's Priest's House and the Rutland Falconry & Owl Centre, giving plenty to explore beyond the hotel itself.

How far to…

Station
0.2 miles
Rutland Water Sykes Lane beach
5.9 miles

Details taken from the operator's own website on 25 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.

Facilities

  • ✓ Spa
  • ✓ Bar
  • ✓ Restaurant
  • ✓ WiFi
  • 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
  • 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
  • 🚆 Near a Train Station

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