Things to see & do

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What's on

A Melford volunteer helping children draw © Melford Archive

Throughout the year you can take part in exciting activities and events. Whether it's a walk, talk, picnic on the lawn or a fun-filled afternoon for the family, we've got lots going on for all ages.

50 Things to do...

50 Things To Do Before You're 11 And Three Quarters

How many have you ticked off? Visit Melford Hall to fill in your missing numbers:

  • #2 Roll down a really big hill
  • #22 Take a look inside a tree
  • #24 Feel like you're flying in the wind
  • #25 Make a grass trumpet

Don't miss

  • The naval connections of the Hyde Parker family
  • Beatrix Potter watercolours painted during her time at Melford Hall
  • One of the earliest estate maps in the country
  • A traditional afternoon tea in the comfortable Park Room
  • Our art trail to explore the faces behind the family portraits
  • Our rare orchid species
  • Artist demonstrations in celebration of Beatrix Potter

Trails and walks

View of Melford's Great Hall from the Staircase © Andrew King

Come and follow our trails of portraits, landscapes, ceramics and antique collectables.

After a visit to our tearoom, take one of our walks around Melford Hall and explore our beautiful surrounding landscape.

Families

  • Croquet equipment laying on Melford Hall's lawn © Melford Archive

    Traditional garden games

    Enjoy a spot of croquet on the lawn whilst you share cakes with the family from our tearoom.

  • Beatrix Potter's Jemima Puddleduck - a clothed white duck as seen in her stories © Nick Guttridge

    Beatrix Potter

    Spot Jemima Puddle-Duck and then relax on the lawn to discover one of her famous stories.

  • Close up of a head and bust from the Art collection at Melford Hall, Suffolk, located within the Hyde Parker Dining Room © John Millar

    Spy journeys

    Become a spy for the day and follow our free treasure trail around the house.

Groups

Children learning how to draw and paint Melford Hall with local artist Vernon Lever © Melford Archive

We can cater for your needs whether you're a club, society, school, college or simply like-minded friends looking for an interesting visit or a fun outdoor event and picnic. Let us help plan your visit.

Take one of our walks around Melford Hall...

Framing the Village, Melford Hall

A view of Melford Hall from the North East, on a bright Spring day © NTPL/Martin Charles

A picturesque walk in a former hunting park. Take in the splendour of the ancient park of Melford Hall, the family home of the Hyde Parker family since the 1780s, and the impressive 15th-century Holy Trinity church. Please note that this walk is only available when Melford Hall is open.

Windmill Hill walk

Melford Hall © Michael Graham

Get away from the traffic and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Take in the Suffolk countryside with hidden gems, dappled shade in the woodland, open fields and the spectacular views of Long Melford church and Melford Hall, willing you to return.

Escape to the Country, Melford Hall

Driveway and main entrance to Melford Hall © Rupert Truman

A Suffolk countryside ramble and photography amble. Enjoy typical Suffolk countryside views including open fields, gently rolling hills, beautiful vistas, distant churches nestling in the countryside and clear running brooks. At times, all you will hear is total peace and quiet.