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Group Visits to The Children's Country House at Sudbury

Visitors on a guided tour with the head gardener at Mottistone Gardens, Isle of Wight
Group Visit at a National Trust Property | © National Trust Images / John Millar

All groups of visitors are welcomed to The Children's Country House. Whether you're part of a club or society, or just wanting to enjoy a day out with friends and family, we look forward to welcoming you. On this page, you'll find all the information you need to help plan your visit to the property.

Why choose The Children's Country House? 

Located in the heart of Derbyshire, The Children’s Country House at Sudbury is a place where visitors of all ages can come together to explore, learn and connect. It’s a day out that blends heritage, imagination, and fun for the young and young-at-heart. 

The south front of The Children’s Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire, with topiary trees in the foreground
The gardening team work hard to keep the grounds looking good | © National Trust Images/Robert Morris

Bringing a group to The Children's Country House

The property is open Friday to Monday throughout the year and during the week in most school holidays. Mondays are often a good day for group visits as they tend to be more quiet. It’s essential that groups (10 or more) book with us in advance to secure their visit and avoid disappointment.

Please note, if you're looking to book a Learning or Educational Visit, please click here

Benefits for groups

If you visit The Children's Country House at Sudbury as a group, you’ll be entitled to some or all of the following benefits:

  • Complimentary admission for one group leader on day of visit
  • Discounted admission for groups of 10 people or more
  • Allocated arrival time 
  • Welcome from a member of our team on our arrival who will help you find out all you need to make the most of your visit
  • Free coach parking (please note that this will need to be booked in advance).

Planning Your Visit

  • Entry is a cost per person, and we offer a discounted rate if your group is 10 people or more. National Trust members who show valid membership cards on the day are admitted free of charge (admission fees must be paid as a one-off payment on the day of your visit by your group organiser).
  • Coach drivers receive free entry plus a voucher for 1 x free tea or coffee (this offer does not apply to educational group bookings).
  • The Links Pass gives half-price entry to groups affiliated with disability charities, day centres, or registered care homes. It is valid to use at The Children’s Country House at Sudbury (excluding weekends and bank holidays). Further information and how to apply for one can be found here.
  • To make the most of your visit we recommend planning for 2 – 4 hours to be able to spend time in the Hall, Museum and Gardens. 
  • Group visits are self-led, however, our friendly team are all around the property to assist where we can. 

Accessibility

Please let us know in advance if anyone in your group has any access requirements. There is lift access in the Museum and Cafe, unfortunately, there are no lifts in the hall, so to see the upper floors, we recommend our virtual tour for visitors unable to use the stairs. Learn more about access at The Children's Country House here

Couple having fun and playing Jenga
Visitors playing Jenga in a garden | © Chris Lacey

Booking your Visit 

Please contact our Business Services Team at CCHSudbury@nationaltrust.org.uk or telephone 01283 585337 to check availability and hold your preferred date. We will then send you the booking form. Please complete this as soon as you can and at least 14 days prior to your booking. Our team will then review your booking and be in touch if we need to make some plans with you or confirm details. 

Booking Confirmation

Your booking is not confirmed until you have received our confirmation email. Changes on numbers can be made up to 48 hours in advance.

Please note: 

  • All visitors, including National Trust (NT) members should be included in your booking. 

  • NT members who do not have valid membership details on the day of the visit will be charged the group admission rate.  

  • Monies should be collected by the Group Leader before arrival at the property. 

  • Payment can be made by cash or credit/debit card on arrival on the day of your visit. 

  • Payment must be made in one transaction for the group to qualify for the group rate. 

  • Coach Drivers and one group organiser receive free admission to the site.  

We hope this information has provided you with everything you need to begin planning your trip to the Children’s Country House at Sudbury. We look forward to welcoming you to this special place, which we hope will be enjoyed by everyone, for ever.  

The south front of Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, with geese resting on the lawn.

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