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A Georgian Italianate palace in an idyllic English landscape

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A child holding lots of conkers in their hands

Seasonal highlights 

As summer gently fades into autumn, enjoy the beautiful colours, falling leaves and golden light of this special season at Ickworth. There’s something for everyone to enjoy and don’t miss our Wood & Craft Fair in October.

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Things to see and do

The Italianate garden in autumn colours

Explore Ickworth house and its history 

Explore Ickworth house which sits at the heart of the estate. One man's passion and vision of an Italianate palace in the heart of Suffolk.

Our evergreen garden displays a splash of autumnul colours

Ickworth's evergreen gardens 

Ickworth house nestles in an predominently evergreen landscape. Explore the gardens for inspiring views, hidden glimpses and magical areas, ever changing and never fully discovered.

Three people walking through park during Autumn

Explore our parkland 

Explore the Ickworth parkland encircled with layers of history, landscape and classic architecture. Enjoy space, freedom and glimpses of inspiring views as you wander at leisure.

Father and daughter in the West Wing Gallery with Christmas crafts they've made

Everyday family fun 

Every day can be an adventure for your family. Enjoy great days out with us whatever the season and whatever the weather. We also run crafts during autumn and Christmas holidays.

Memorial to Thomas Crack

Ickworth and the Great War 

Find out more about our research and the history of Ickworth

Beautiful embroidered detail from a banner created by Waveney Embroiderer's Guild.

Glimpses of 'Capability' Brown at Ickworth 

Discover 'Capability' Brown at Ickworth and enjoy the creative work of over 6,000 hours of embroidered banners celebrating 'Capability' Brown’s 300th birthday anniversary.

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What's on

Upcoming events

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Capability Brown - Glimpses of Ickworth

Thu 29 Sep 2016
10:30-17:00
As part of the Capability Brown Tercentenary celebrations, the Colne and Colchester, Suffolk East and Waveney branches of the Embroiderer's Guild have produced a display of unique textile work based on English landscapes and stately gardens,...

Conservation in action - hidden treasures

Thu 29 Sep 2016
12:00-16:00
Come and see some of our collection which aren't usually on display.

Living History - Shooting party

Sat 01 Oct 2016
12:00-16:00
The basement is brought to life with living history, discover life as a servant in the 1930s.

Wood & Craft Fair

Sat 08 Oct 2016
10:00-16:00
A weekend of treemendous fun for everyone! You woodn't want to miss it!

October Half term - Making things and having fun

Sat 22 Oct 2016
11:00-15:00
Half term fun!

Cooks in the kitchen - 25 October

Tue 25 Oct 2016
12:00-16:00
Today it's all about using nature's bounty. Our Living History cooks bring the kitchen to life making chutneys, jams and preserves using fruit and vegetables from the gardens. Enjoy the day with them and take the opportunity to chat to them about...
Folk band playing at the Ickworth Wool Fair

A season of mists and mellow fruitfulness... 

As summer gently fades into autumn, enjoy the beautiful colours, falling leaves and golden light of this special season at Ickworth. There’s something for everyone to enjoy and don’t miss our Wood & Craft Fair in October.

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Eating and shopping

Little girls and boy wearing wooly hats, with hot chocolate and cake at Ickworth

Feeling peckish? 

You'll find a great choice of food and drinks in both our everyday eateries. We've our outdoor café set in a woodland glade or our main cafe in our west wing. On busy days we also open our indoor coffee and cake café.

Two visitors looking for Christmas gifts in the Ickworth shop

Take home a souvenir 

Whether you're looking for a gift, something special for Christmas, book or plant to remind you of your visit you’re bound to find something in our shop. All the money spent goes back into the conservation of Ickworth.

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Places to stay

View of the Round House holiday cottage sitting in the Ickworth parkland

Stay in a holiday cottage at Ickworth 

Suffolk is a county of beautiful landscapes and great food. Enjoy a holiday or short break at Ickworth in our cottages set in the heart of our parkland.

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History

A painting of the Earl Bishop

Ickworth past, present and future 

Delve into Ickworth’s 750 year evolution. An estate encircled in layers of history, landscape, people and classic architecture.

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Groups

A tour group standing in the West Wing reception

Visit Ickworth with your group 

Bring your group to our special place 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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Get involved

Volunteering with children

Get involved 

Starting as a volunteer with us is like becoming part of a wonderfully diverse, friendly and multi-talented family. Make 2016 your year to start volunteering.

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