What's on at Flatford
Blow away the cobwebs and stretch your legs with a healthy ramble and enjoy the latest exhibition in the Boat House Gallery.
Summer Nature Trail
Step in to Summer at Flatford and follow our nature trail to discover what is living in the countryside. The trail involves a 45 minute walk over mainly level ground.
Fri 17 Aug 2018
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10:00-17:00
The River Runs Through Us
The River Runs Through Us is an exhibition that reflects a response to the river by a dozen artists. It includes an installation -a river of words-which forms part of a project by Ruth Philo and Stuart Bowditch
Sat 18 Aug 2018
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10:00-16:00
Flatford Ramble - Along the Essex Way (18 August)
Let one of our experienced guides lead you on a 3.5 hour (7mile) walk across the Dedham Vale to Lawford and then along the Essex Way path to Dedham. On the way, you will be able to enjoy far reaching views across the Dedham Vale and discover...
Sat 18 Aug 2018
10:30-14:00
Flatford Nature Day (21 August)
Go wild and get a little dirty at Flatford's Nature Day. A £3 wild passport will get you pond dipping, bug hunting and the chance to make natural crafts. This event is organized in partnership with the Field Studies Council, the RSPB and the...
Tue 21 Aug 2018
11:00-15:00
Robin Hood and his Merry Men
Robin Hood and his merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they steal from the wealthy to give to the poor. When the evil Sheriff of Nottingham schemes to stop them, the merry men join forces with beautiful Maid Marian to rescue Robin...
Sat 25 Aug 2018
14:30-16:30
Heritage Open Day - Thorington Hall
Thorington Hall is one of the finest timber framed buildings in Suffolk. This large farmhouse was built in several stages from the 15th century onwards, and features many intriguing features, including a beautifully carved staircase, impressive...
Sat 08 Sep 2018
11:00-16:00
Heritage Open Day - Valley Farm
Visit the open hall of Valley Farm and marvel at the smoke blackened beams, huge fireplace and ancient staircase. The Kitchen Garden behind Valley Farm will also be open to visit. Refreshments will be available from the nearby Flatford Tea Room.
Sat 08 Sep 2018
11:00-16:00
Heritage Open Day - Sherman's House
Sherman's House is located in Dedham High Street. Hidden behind the Georgian brick façade, is timber framed town house with a fascinating history.
Sat 08 Sep 2018
11:00-16:00
Flatford Ramble - Constable's Footsteps
Join one of our experienced guides for a 3 hour (4 mile) ramble, visiting the views that inspired the artist John Constable. The tour will also visit East Bergholt and Dedham, where Constable was born and where he lived for the first part of his...
Sat 15 Sep 2018
10:30-13:30
Flatford Buildings Tours (23 September)
You may have seen the buildings at Flatford from the outside, but here is an opportunity to see inside. Join a knowledgeable guide for a peek inside Flatford Mill, Willy Lott's House and Valley Farm. Discover the secret poem carved on the...
Sun 23 Sep 2018
11:30-13:00
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Flatford Buildings Tours (14 October)
You may have seen the buildings at Flatford from the outside, but here is an opportunity to see inside. Join a knowledgeable guide for a peek inside Flatford Mill, Willy Lott's House and Valley Farm. Discover the secret poem carved on the...
Sun 14 Oct 2018
11:30-13:00
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Flatford Ramble - Autumn Colours in the Dedham Vale
Let one of our experienced guides lead you on a 3 hour (6mile) walk across the Dedham Vale and then along the Essex Way to Dedham. This routes gives far reaching views over the Vale, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful autumn colours.
Sat 20 Oct 2018
10:30-13:30
Flatford Nature Day (23 October)
Go wild and get a little dirty at Flatford's Nature Day. A £3 wild passport will get you pond dipping, bug hunting and the chance to make natural crafts. This event is organized in partnership with the Field Studies Council, the RSPB and the...
Tue 23 Oct 2018
11:00-15:00