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Heritage Open Day: A Walk to the Deercote

Starting from the Children's Country House at Sudbury, this 4km guided walk will include visiting Vernon's Folly (the 18th century Deercote) and historic square pond.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Ever visited The Children's Country House at Sudbury and wondered what those castle-like towers were in the distance? Now's your chance to find out with our Heritage Open Day guided walks to the 18th-century Deercote.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01283585337 Booking is only available on the day at Visitor Services on a first come, first serve basis.

Meeting point

Guided walk is to be booked on the day only at Visitor Services. Walk doesn't include entry to the property & participants don't need to visit the property. Places are first come first serve.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable footwear and clothing as there is rough terrain and muddy areas.

Accessibility

The walk crosses uneven, grazing and arable farmland, so is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Due to the presence of livestock on the walk, only well-trained assistance dogs on short leads are welcome.

Other

The walk to the Deercote is The Children's Country House at Sudbury's only offer for Heritage Open Days. If you wish to visit the property, please visit our website to see our general admission and opening times and hours. This guided walk will go ahead whatever the weather so participants are advised to wear suitable clothing and footwear for the walk's length and terrain. Free parking available in the car park.

Contact info

The Children's Country House at Sudbury

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