Behind the Attic Door: Guided Tours
Step behind the attic door at The Children's Country House at Sudbury with guided tours every Monday.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Have you ever wondered what stood behind the attic door at The Children's Country House at Sudbury? Now's your chance to find out with guided tours taking place on Mondays.
Led by guides, venture into spaces not usually open to the public and learn about the lives of servants at Sudbury Hall.
Each tour is approximately 45 to 50 minutes.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Aimed at children over 9 and adults.
- Meeting point
For the tours, please check in at Visitor Services first and meet at the Side Hall.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable footwear as there is uneven floor and steps throughout the tour.
- Accessibility
There is no step-free access on the attic tours, and there are approximately 78 steep stairs to take.
- Other
General admission to the property applies. A maximum of 10 in each tour group. Attic Tours must be booked in advance.
Upcoming events
Regency High Tea at Sudbury
Celebrate Austen 250 in true Regency style with a high tea at The Children's Country House at Sudbury, from 7 June to 6 July.
Regency Crafts and Activities
Step into the world of Jane Austen with regency dancing, dressing up in the Museum, and rotating free crafts, including paper fans and secret coded messages!
A Pemberley Fashion Show: Behind the Seams of Pride and Prejudice
Join us to celebrate 30 years of the iconic BBC 1995 series of Pride & Prejudice from Saturday 7 June to Sunday 6 July 2025 at The Children's Country House at Sudbury.
Behind the Scenes Tour - Pride and Prejudice Exhibition
On 5 & 6 July, join our very own Collections Officer, Catherine, for behind-the-scenes tours exploring Sudbury’s role in the iconic 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice.