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One day is never enough. Discover a complete Norfolk estate with something for everyone.

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A girl and boy running through the garden

Your guide to summer holiday fun at Blickling 

The summer holidays have arrived, so it's time to start planning some fun. Take a look at our guide on the best activities at Blickling this summer.

Three visitors reading newspapers from the 1930s

Step into the 1930s 

This year we're telling a new story in the house, exploring the connection between Blickling and India's vibrant cultural history. What new discoveries will you make?

The Parterre Garden at Blickling Estate

Get into the gardens 

Come and explore our variety of gardens. Wander the wilderness, walk in the walled vegetable garden, stroll by the lake and let the borders bewitch you.

Family visitors walking around the lake at Blickling Estate, Norfolk

Explore the estate 

There's much more to Blickling than its famous house with 950 acres of woodland and parkland, and 3,500 acres of farmland - come and explore.

Visitors cycling on the estate through an avenue of trees

Get active in the parkland 

Biking or walking around the estate are great ways to see the historic landscape, especially with our new all-weather multi-use trail. Alternatively relax and take it in with a spot of fishing or horse riding.

A view of Blickling Hall across the lake

Download the estate walk 

The estate walk of 4.5 miles takes in all the best bits of Blickling’s ancient woodland with stunning views. Watch out for barn owls, seen regularly hunting for food across the park.

Adult holds rose as girl bends to smell it

Enjoy family time 

Bring the whole family to explore the woodlands, stumble upon the secret tunnels, follow trails by bike or on foot and have a go at some of our 50 things to do before you're 11¾.

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What's on 

An outdoor film screening of Dirty Dancing at Blickling

A night under the stars 

The Summer Nights Film Festival will be back on 15 - 16 September, with some real classics 'Ghost' and 'Blues Brothers'. So get the date in the diary and prepare for a night of fun under the stars.

Upcoming events

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Summer holiday fun

Tue 22 Aug 2017
10:00-17:30
Summer's here and it's play time for the whole family.

Exhibitions in The Loft - Art Norfolk 17

Wed 23 Aug 2017
10:00-17:30
Over the summer Art Norfolk 17 will be exhibiting an eclectic mix of works by local artists. Offering a riot of colour and variety with everything from paintings, drawings and collages, through to glasswork and sculpture.

Music in the garden

Wed 23 Aug 2017
13:00-15:00
Folk and early music duo Chanter's Jigge will be in the garden this summer for three days only.

The 1930s kitchen

Fri 25 Aug 2017
12:00-15:00
Join our cooks in the 1930s kitchen, and if you're lucky you may get a morsel to try.

Blickling parkrun

Sat 26 Aug 2017
09:00-10:00
parkrun organises free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world, run by volunteers.

Mausoleum walks

Sun 27 Aug 2017
14:00-15:30
Discover one of the best kept secrets on the estate.
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Places to stay

The snug at Itteringham Manor with two sofas and a fireplace

Stay here on holiday 

Relax in our cosy cottages, curl up in front of the fire and enjoy a good read or explore the estate before retiring to a former estate workers’ home.

Get inspired and book your break
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Eating and shopping

Binham Blue salad

Feeling peckish? 

Hungry after a long walk or looking for somewhere to grab a coffee and chat, you'll find a great choice of food and drinks in our three on-site eateries and local pub.

Spotty cushion and blanket at Mottistone Gardens shop Isle of Wight

Take home a souvenir 

Whether you're looking for a gift, a hidden gem in the stamp shop or bookshop, a piece of local art or plants for your garden, money spent in the Blickling shops goes back into the conservation of the estate.

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History

Queen Mary and Lord Lothian in the Royal Box

Explore the past 

Mentioned in the Domesday Book, the estate was the birthplace of Anne Boleyn, and during World War Two RAF air crew were billeted here, while its owner, Lord Lothian, influenced Churchill’s actions.

Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India and his daughter Indira

A taste of India 

Discover a new story at Blickling this year, as we explore the connection between Lord Lothian and India, marking the 70th anniversary of India's independence.

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Get involved

A young girl smiling as she works on a till

Current vacancies at Blickling 

If you're ready to have a new start this year or a change in career, then why not look at our current vacancies.

A gardens volunteer pruning a flower bed

Could volunteering be for you? 

Discover more about how you can get involved with our special place and find out what our current volunteers have to say.

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Groups

Group visit

Bring your group 

Plan a group visit to Blickling Estate and enjoy a garden for all seasons, a fantastic collection of treasures, tours for every interest, and great places to savour the perfect lunch or afternoon tea.

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Our work

A member of the conservation team winding a clock

Our work 

Conservation is an ongoing concern. Have a look at some of our latest conservation projects throughout the estate and find out more about the teams involved.

Woman having tea and cake
Thank you

We couldn't do it without you...

Every visit you make is helping us conserve the estate for future generations... the cups of tea, pieces of cake, garden strolls, dog walks and books bought.

Find out how your visits are helping us conserve Blickling Estate
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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Blickling Estate on the National Trust Collections website

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