Group visits to Blickling Estate

Looking to organise that special day out? From exploring the iconic Jacobean mansion to wandering through our beautiful garden, there's something for everyone at Blickling Estate...

 
Three visitors reading newspapers from the 1930s

Plan your group visit 

Need some help planning your group visit to Blickling Estate? Our useful guide is packed with useful information...

Two visitors walking in to the Upper Ante room

Explore the house 

Built in 1616, the Jacobean hall and its impressive history can be explored any day of the week. Explore Blickling's fascinating and significant collections, whilst learning more about how we look after them for future generations...

Blickling Estate view over the parterre

Get into the garden 

Covering 55 acres, the formal garden at Blickling is an achievement of three centuries of landscaping and inspired planting. Discover the Parterre, Temple, Orangery, lake and kitchen garden...

View of Blickling Hall from the lake

Discover the wider estate 

With over 4,600 acres of woodland, parkland and farmland to explore, discover the gently rolling countryside and intriguing landmarks that sit at the heart of Norfolk's beautiful Bure meadows...

Garden tours

Book a garden tour and enjoy learning more about Blickling's gardens and the history of its creation. Take a stroll around the walled garden and see what new developments have been made. You might even get a taste of some of our wonderful seasonal produce.

*Pre-booked garden tours are an additional £5 per person. 

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The Parterre Garden at Blickling Estate, Norfolk
The Parterre Garden at Blickling Estate
The Parterre Garden at Blickling Estate, Norfolk

Group admission prices

All visitors will need a ticket, but you can take advantage of our group reduced rate of £14.50pp for the whole property, which applies to groups of 15 people or more.  National Trust members are free. Coach drivers receive free entry and a complimentary restaurant voucher. 

 
 

Feeling hungry?

With three eateries and a pub on the Blickling Estate, there are plenty of options when you're feeling hungry.  We use local, seasonal produce wherever we can, often from our own kitchen garden. 
Blickling's colourful seasonal menu.

Our menu 

We regularly change our range of scrumptious chef's specials. Using fresh, locally sourced produce, our menu offers great variety. Find delicious warm meals in the Stables and an array of cakes, soups, sandwiches and snacks in our Muddy Boots and Farmyard cafés.

 

Good to know

  • Bookings must be confirmed in writing at least seven days in advance
  • Organisers can take advantage of a free familiarisation visit
  • National Trust members should bring their cards to scan
  • Last entry to the house is an hour before closing
  • Payment must be settled in one single transaction on the day of your visit
  • No group visits available on Bank Holiday Sundays or Mondays or weekends during December
Two visitors walking in to the Upper Ante room
A group visit having a talk
A group of school girls working at one of our special places

Book your visit 

To discuss your visit please call our group bookings administrator (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) on 01263 738030 or email us by clicking here...

International visitors 

Our house guide is available in multiple languages, so if you would like any assistance with your international visit please don't hesitate to get in touch...

Educational visits 

If you’re looking for a residential school trip or a place to set your university case study, Blickling Estate has something for all educational needs...