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Oxburgh Estate
Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith and story of endurance
Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, PE33 9PS
Important notice
Areas of the parkland are wet and muddy due to the recent rain, sensible shoes are advised.
Opening times for 16 April 2024
Asset Opening time Hall (last admission into the hall at 3pm) 11:00 - 15:45 Garden 09:30 - 17:00 Parkland 09:30 - 17:00 Servants’ Hall tea-room 10:00 - 16:30 Shop 10:30 - 16:00 Second-hand book shop 09:30 - 16:30 Car Park 09:30 - 17:00 Hot food is served from 11am to 3.45pm. Last orders in the tea-room are 15 minutes before closing.
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Ticket type Gift aid Standard Adult £13.20 £12.00 Child £6.60 £6.00 Family £33.00 £30.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Book shop
Our second-hand bookshop boasts a great selection of pre-loved books.
Shop
Head to our shop and explore the wide selection of books, gifts and souvenirs.
Car park
Free parking.
Tea room
Whether you’re refuelling after a walk or catching up with friends over a light lunch, you’ll find plenty of tasty treats in one of our eateries.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome across the estate. Assistance dogs only inside Oxburgh Hall.
Toilet
There is an accessible toilet on site.
Blue Badge parking and drop-off point. Accessible toilets. Some gravel pathways and two steep slopes in garden. Manual wheelchairs and Mountain Trike all-terrain wheelchair available to borrow from the Welcome Team on arrival.
Accessible route and/or map
Partly accessible grounds. Main pathways are loose gravel, flat with occasional slope. Map of accessible route available.
Level access to food outlet
Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet on site.
Level access/terrain
Main pathways are loose gravel, flat with occasional slope. There is level access to the hall and parts of the gardens.
Braille (guide or menu)
A braille guide is available for the hall.
Narrow corridors
The ground floor of the hall is wheelchair accessible although some doorways are narrow and may not suitable for PMVS. A wheelchair is available on request.
Designated parking
Disabled parking is available in the main car park, 100 yards from the visitor entrance.
Ramped access/slopes
Garden route is accessible but with some gravel pathways and two steep slopes.
Drop-off point
Stairclimber
For access to the Gun Room, please speak to a member of staff.
Induction loop
A hearing induction loop is available at the reception desk.
Steps/uneven terrain
Access to the first floor of the hall is via a staircase.
Large print (guide or menu)
A large print guide is available for the hall.
Wheelchairs available
Manual wheelchairs and a Mountain Trike all-terrain wheelchair is available to borrow from the Welcome Team. Please speak to the team on arrival.
By road
7 miles south-west of Swaffham and 3 miles from A134 at Stoke Ferry; 17 miles south of King's Lynn.
Parking: Free.
Sat Nav: PE33 9PS.
By train
Downham Market, 10 miles, then taxi; no direct public transport from Downham Market.
By bus
You can get to Oxburgh Estate on the Swaffham flexibus+ which travels to/from Swaffham and villages in West Norfolk and Breckland. This service is available 7am - 7pm, Monday to Saturday and can be booked to pick you up at a time to suit you. Find out more at Swaffham flexibus+ on the Norfolk County Council website.
By bicycle
Cyclist are welcome, but please note that local roads have no lane markings and are of the national speed limit for single carriageways.
Car-free
We welcome car-free visitors and offer 20% off entry. Enjoy the views, fresh air and adventure and help cut carbon and traffic. Find out how to get here by train, bus, bike and foot at goodjourney.org.uk/oxburgh-estate
Planning your visit
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Family-friendly things to do at Oxburgh Estate
Whether you're building a den, becoming a nature explorer or searching for secret doorways, Oxburgh has plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
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Eating and shopping at Oxburgh Estate
Enjoy something to eat and drink in the newly refurbished Servants' Hall tea-room or the Pantry café during your visit. You'll also find a shop and the Potting Shed second-hand bookshop.
Upcoming events at Oxburgh Estate
Take a look at the events that we have at Oxburgh, from late winter to early spring and beyond...
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Visiting Oxburgh Estate with your dog
Oxburgh Estate is a two pawprint rated place. To help everyone have a fantastic time when you visit with your dog, we ask that you follow this guidance.
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Group visits to Oxburgh Estate
Oxburgh is an ideal place for a group visit and a memorable day out. If you would like to find out more or to book your group visit, please email oxburghgroups@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Highlights
Oxburgh Hall
Moated medieval manor house with Victorian Gothic interiors, home to the Bedingfield family for over 500 years who still live here in private apartments.
Garden
A Victorian garden, including a kitchen garden and orchard, the French-inspired Parterre, a wilderness area and My Lady's Wood.
Parkland
Nestled on the edge of the Norfolk Brecks, with historic parkland, woodland, wildflower meadows and rare chalk river.
Eat
Enjoy something to eat and drink in the newly refurbished Servants’ Hall tea-room or the Pantry café during your visit.
Shop
Whether you're treating yourself or looking for that perfect present, you'll find garden essentials, food and drink, and beautiful homeware in our shop.
Second-hand bookshop
Boasts a great selection of pre-loved books for you to browse and find your next book you can’t wait to curl up with.
Plant sales
We have a beautiful selection of plants for your garden, some of which are grown right here on the estate.
Silent Space
Silent Space is a not-for-profit initiative that creates opportunities for silent reflection in numerous green spaces in the UK. Oxburgh’s Silent Space is tucked away at the far end of the Wilderness walk.
Things to see and do
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Visit the hall at Oxburgh
Oxburgh has been home to the Bedingfelds for more than 500 years, and they still live within private apartments at Oxburgh today. Discover what you might see on your visit.
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Discover the garden at Oxburgh Estate
Wander around the parterre, discover what’s in season in the walled garden and explore the less formal areas, including the Wilderness and My Lady’s Wood on your visit to Oxburgh.
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Explore the estate at Oxburgh
Oxburgh Estate is nestled on the edge of the Norfolk Brecks, where the land meets the wide-open Fenlands. Discover the wider parkland, and the wildlife that makes their home here.
Spotlight events
Dawn Chorus Walk
Immerse yourself in the dawn chorus by joining us on an early morning walk around Oxburgh Estate.
All upcoming events at Oxburgh
Take a look at the events that we have at Oxburgh, from fabulous winter walks, to the first signs of spring when our snowdrops emerge and provide a stunning carpet of white flowers across the estate.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Oxburgh Estate
Enjoy something to eat and drink in the newly refurbished Servants' Hall tea-room or the Pantry café during your visit. You'll also find a shop and the Potting Shed second-hand bookshop.
Places to stay
Oxburgh Chapel Lodge
Stay in a traditional 19th-century Norfolk cottage, nestled in the grounds of Oxburgh Estate.
Top trails
Trail
Oxborough to Gooderstone heritage walk
Enjoy a walk through the Norfolk countryside, taking in some of the protected farmland and heritage that surrounds the National Trust-managed Oxburgh Hall.
Upcoming events
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Immersive Gatehouse Experience
See the King’s Room and priest hole in a whole new light on an Immersive Gatehouse Experience.
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Dawn Chorus Walk
Immerse yourself in the dawn chorus by joining us on an early morning walk around Oxburgh Estate.
About Oxburgh Estate
It’s hard not to fall in love with Oxburgh Estate, when you catch your first glimpse of the imposing brick manor house reflected in the tranquil moat.
Built by the Bedingfeld family in 1482 as a statement of power, Oxburgh and the family have endured turbulent times. Through religious persecution, Civil War devastation, near dereliction and threatened demolition, Oxburgh’s story is one of survival.
Step inside to discover the legacy of the 6th Baronet who created much of what you see today, from the Victorian Gothic interiors to the ornate architectural additions that reflect a romantic view of Oxburgh's medieval past.
Outside, the gardens are a mixture of formal and wilderness, with the kitchen garden, orchard and herbaceous border adding colour and seasonal interest. And for those wanting to explore further, you can follow one of the estate walks through woodland, along the River Gadder, and out into open meadows.
History
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A brief history of Oxburgh Estate
Oxburgh Estate was built as a family home, and the Bedingfelds have now lived here since 1482, surviving Civil War, periods of near dereliction, and the threat of demolition.
Art and collections
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Collection highlights at Oxburgh Estate
From early Tudor portraits and rare manuscripts to colourful 19th-century wallpapers, Oxburgh's contents reveal the collecting habits of the Bedingfeld family.
Our work
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Our work at Oxburgh Estate
Find out about the work we do to conserve Oxburgh Estate now and for generations to come, from growing fresh produce and planting trees, to protecting the collection from pests.
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Parkland restoration project at Oxburgh Estate
Discover how we're restoring the parkland at Oxburgh Estate to become a species rich, native wood pasture once more, which will attract wildlife and increase biodiversity.
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Oxburgh's roof project
Find out more about the £6 million project at Oxburgh Estate, which included repairs to the roof, windows, chimneys and medieval gatehouse façade, securing Oxburgh’s future and the collection within.
Support us
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Volunteer opportunities at Oxburgh Estate
Do you have some spare time to help us look after Oxburgh Estate? Discover the volunteering roles available, from gardening to tour guiding, and how to apply to join the team.