Oxburgh Hall; Immersive Gatehouse Experience
See the King’s Room and priest hole in a whole new light on an Immersive Gatehouse Experience.
- Booking essential
- Free event (admission applies)
It’s well documented that the Bedingfeld family endured years of persecution and heavy fines as a result of their unwavering Catholic faith. In the 16th Century, homes of leading Catholic families were frequently raided for evidence of ‘Popish activity’ and there were numerous raids here at Oxburgh. The Immersive Gatehouse Experience allows you to delve deeper into the history of Oxburgh and its priest hole by following the course of one extraordinary day in 1590. In the Gatehouse, a lookout stands at a window as the family sleeps. For 24 hours the household must hold their nerve, endure, and trust in their faith. Join us for an immersive experience in the King’s Room that will take you to the heart of the action.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Booking number
Call Book on the day on arrival.
- Accessibility
The tour takes place in the King's Room which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase with brick handrial.
- Meeting point
Please book on arrival at Visitor Welcome and meet your tour guides in the Courtyard. The tour takes place after the hall has closed to visitors.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for children aged 12 and over
- Other
The immersive gatehouse experience is bookable on the day only. Gatehouse experience tours usually operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Please note tours are volunteer-led and take place when we have volunteers available.
Upcoming events
Autumn at Oxburgh; Drawing on the Estate
As part of the Big Draw Festival 2026, Oxburgh will be encouraging visitors and budding artists to sketch, draw, and have a go at seeing the Estate in different ways.
Autumn at Oxburgh; Everyday Histories trail
Discover the stories and lives of 3 members of Estate staff, who lived and worked here in the 20th Century in the Gardens and the House. Follow their story trails on one of 3 routes around the Gardens.
Autumn at Oxburgh
There is lots to do at Oxburgh this Autumn. Follow the Everyday histories trail, pick up a drawing bag around the house or Estate, join a sketching session in the house, or enjoy the harvest produce in the outdoors.
A Regency Romance
After decades apart, a young honeymooning couple have been reunited – their portraits lovingly restored using traditional centuries-old crafting techniques.