What's on at Ickworth
Out and about - Summer Holidays
Come and explore Ickworth and complete some of your 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4s.
Sun 20 Aug 2017
+ 14 other dates
10:30-16:00
An Ickworth Summer of fun - Walled Garden crafts
Keep the kids busy this summer with crafts, den building and exploring!
Sun 20 Aug 2017
10:30-16:00
Keeping up appearances - Conservation in action
Discover the story behind the Marquess's choice for the rich silk curtains in our state rooms.
Sun 20 Aug 2017
+ 14 other dates
12:00-16:00
A Midsummer Night's Dream with the Pantaloons
We welcome the Pantaloons back this summer for a joyful performance of Shakespeare's timeless comedy.
Sun 20 Aug 2017
18:30-21:00
An Ickworth Summer of fun - Leisure Activities
Keep the kids busy this summer with crafts, den building and exploring!
Mon 21 Aug 2017
+ 13 other dates
10:30-15:30
Cooks in the kitchen - A Servants Wedding
Our Living History cooks bring the kitchen to life cooking a selection of tasty 1930s recipes. They have been given permission to make some of the food to be enjoyed at the wedding breakfast of two servants. Enjoy the day with them and take the...
Fri 25 Aug 2017
12:00-16:00
Bat Walk and Talks
The Ickworth estate is home to many bats, these walks & talks are a brilliant opportunity to see and hear them.
Wed 30 Aug 2017
20:30-22:00
Bat Walk and Talks
The Ickworth estate is home to many bats, these walks & talks are a brilliant opportunity to see and hear them.
Thu 31 Aug 2017
20:30-22:30
Living History - Walled Garden
The Walled Garden supplies the house and estate with a huge variety of fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers.
Sat 02 Sep 2017
12:00-15:15
Sculpting Ickworth's ancient trees
All month we'll be joined by John Williams, our volunteer wood carver and man behind our sculpted trees.
Mon 04 Sep 2017
+ 26 other dates
10:00-15:00
September Speciality Walk - Archaeology with Angus Wainwright
Angus Wainwright our Regional Archaeologist leads a tour of the park uncovering our ancient past.
Wed 06 Sep 2017
11:00-13:30
Conservation Exhibition - Hidden Treasures "Craftsmanship".
A chance to reflect on the talents of past and present, including the intricate craftsmanship of our collection
Thu 07 Sep 2017
+ 80 other dates
12:00-16:00
The Roots of Ickworth - Our Autumn harvest and you
Each year hundreds of Pine cones, Acorns and Conkers fall to the ground. Help us maintain the landscape for future generations by collecting them.
Sat 09 Sep 2017
+ 9 other dates
10:00-16:00
The Roots of Ickworth - Children's activities
Get exploring with your 50 things activities and our I spy woodland trail.
Sat 09 Sep 2017
+ 9 other dates
10:30-16:00
Proms in the park with Bury St Edmunds Concert Band
The Bury St Edmunds Concert Band will be returning for a night of stirring anthems, rousing sing-a-longs and uncontrolled flag waving.
Sat 09 Sep 2017
19:00-21:30
Autumnal baking workshop with the Living History cooks - Pear & Almond Tart and Waldorf Salad
Join our living history cooks in the kitchen to learn all about their work and work with them to make some 1930s treats of your own.
Wed 13 Sep 2017
+ 1 other date
10:30-12:30
Autumnal baking workshop with the Living History cooks - Apple Turnovers and Fruit Slices
Join our living history cooks in the kitchen to learn all about their work and work with them to make some 1930s treats of your own.
Wed 13 Sep 2017
+ 1 other date
13:30-15:30
Autumnal baking workshop with the Living History cooks - Apple Chutney and Eve's Pudding
Join our living history cooks in the kitchen to learn all about their work and work with them to make some 1930s treats of your own.
Wed 20 Sep 2017
10:30-12:30
Autumnal baking workshop with the Living History cooks - Blackberry & Apple Scones & Autumn Pudding
Join our living history cooks in the kitchen to learn all about their work and work with them to make some 1930s treats of your own.
Wed 20 Sep 2017
13:30-15:30
Conservation in action: a hands on approach
A rare opportunity to experience helping with our Conservation Team.
Thu 21 Sep 2017
+ 1 other date
13:30-15:30
Living History - Out in the Woods
With the head forester anxious to plant new trees, village children and servants on a day off are using their time to pick acorns and sweet chestnuts to grow new stock.
Sat 23 Sep 2017
12:00-16:00
October Speciality Walk - A walk in the woods
Peter Mullane and Andy Gryce, from the Ranger team, lead you through our ancient woodland and discuss it's management, past and present.
Wed 04 Oct 2017
11:00-14:00
Wood & Craft Fair
A weekend of 'treemendous' fun for everyone! You woodn't want to miss it!
Sat 07 Oct 2017
+ 1 other date
10:00-16:00
Living History - Shooting Party
The shooting season is in full swing, which means little free time during the day in the servants quarters.
Sun 15 Oct 2017
12:00-16:00
Children's Autumnal Crafts
Keep the kids busy this half term with crafts, den building and exploring!
Sat 21 Oct 2017
+ 8 other dates
10:30-16:00
Out and about - October Half Term
Come and explore Ickworth and complete some of your 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4s.
Sat 21 Oct 2017
+ 8 other dates
10:30-16:00
Cooks in the kitchen - Seasons of mist and mellow fruitfulness
Our Living History cooks bring the kitchen to life cooking some fantastic 1930s recipes made with the best that this closing season of the year has to offer. Enjoy the day with them and take the opportunity to chat to them about their work, their...
Tue 24 Oct 2017
12:00-16:00
November Speciality Walk - World War One
Join our Research team on 1st November for a guided walk of the Great War Estate trail.
Wed 01 Nov 2017
11:00-13:00
March Hare Collective Craft fair
The March Hare Collective brings their brilliant locally made crafts to the Gallery.
Sat 18 Nov 2017
+ 1 other date
10:30-16:00
Living History - Game on the Estate
As the shooting season continues, the House is full of invited guests and family members, including several children who can be heard playing.
Sat 18 Nov 2017
12:00-16:00
Living History - Christmas is Coming
Christmas is almost here and Ickworth is full of festive cheer.
Sat 02 Dec 2017
+ 1 other date
12:00-16:00
December Speciality Walk - The buildings of Ickworth
Join Dr Maggie Exon to discover the story of Ickworth through its buildings, both seen and unseen.
Wed 06 Dec 2017
11:00-13:00