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Discover the views that John Constable painted in the hamlet of Flatford, set within the Dedham Vale countryside
Flatford, East Bergholt, Suffolk, CO7 6UL
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Cottage | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Car Park | Dawn - Dusk |
Kiosk | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Shop | 10:30 - 16:00 |
Tea-room | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Constable Exhibition | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Rowing Boat Hire | Closed |
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Per Vehicle | £6.00 |
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Per Vehicle | £2.00 |
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Per Vehicle | £9.00 |
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Per Vehicle | £9.00 |
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Per Vehicle | £12.00 |
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Per Vehicle | £14.00 |
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Per Hour | £23.00 |
Dogs are welcome at Flatford, and all of our walking trails are suitable for dogs. Please keep your dog on a lead at all times as there are grazing livestock and ground nesting birds in the area
Blue Badge parking and drop-off point. Accessible toilet. Level access to tea-room. Accessible countryside path.
Large Changing Places facility located adjacent blue badge car park, with hoist and changing bench. This facility is open when the tea room is open.
5 accessible spaces available.
One powered mobility vehicle available to borrow from visitor reception
One manual wheelchair available to borrow from visitor reception
See what events are coming up at Flatford, including Nature Days and seasonal trails.
Find out how to book at group visit to Flatford to discover the scenes that made John Constable famous on a guided tour, followed by a relaxing bite in the riverside tea-room.
Dogs are welcome at Flatford. Please read this guidance to find out where you can take your dog and what safety advice you'll need to follow.
Traditional Suffolk countryside as painted by John Constable, with riverside meadows, woodland, fields and miles of paths.
East Anglian river meandering through Flatford Hamlet, with riverside seating, launching for water craft and walking paths.
Riverside tea-room serving drinks, cakes, ice cream, lunches and cream teas, with indoor and waterside seating areas.
Shop filled with gifts, homewares, books, local produce and gardening accessories and gifts inspired by Flatford.
Historic buildings that can be viewed from the outside, including Valley Farm, Willy Lott’s House, Flatford Mill and The Granary.
17th-century thatched cottage, telling the story of those who lived and worked at Flatford.
Bookshop stocked full of pre-loved books.
Exhibition exploring the life and work of John Constable, explaining how he found inspiration in the Suffolk countryside.
See Flatford from a different perspective by hiring out one of our rowing boats. Spot the wildlife that lives on the River banks and glide alongside the ducks and swans that call the river their home.
There is plenty for all to enjoy on a visit to Flatford. Take a self-guided trail or join a tour and discover the locations of major paintings by John Constable.
Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Flatford in Suffolk, from walking by the River Stour, nature trails and geocaching.
Treat yourself to a cuppa and a tasty treat in the Flatford tea-room and find the ideal gift for you or a loved one in the shop.
A cosy gate lodge on the side of a 17th-century Suffolk farmhouse.
A striking eight-bedroom farmhouse with fine historic detailing throughout.
Thorington Hall is a beautiful, rambling timber framed farmhouse in the heart of the Dedham Vale. This is a rare chance to visit as the house is normally let as National Trust holiday home. When you visit, marvel at the wooden carving on the...
Discover the seasons highlights through the eyes of our Ranger team as they take you on a journey across Flatford.
Spend a relaxing few hours in the Granary at Flatford learning about botanical casting. Workshop leader Becky will lead you through the process of casting flowers and foliage into plaster so you can create your own beautiful and permanent...
Experiment with music technology to record the sounds of Constable country, and turn them into musical performance. Lead by sound artist Frazer Merrick, you’ll explore a range of equipment to record sound and then spend the afternoon using the...
The Bourne Valley Crafters bring their festive Christmas fayre to Flatford. They have invited a talented group of local crafters and designers to bring their wares, so you will be able to browse from a beautiful range of crafts, including...
Step into a traditional country Christmas at Valley Farm. The main hall of this ancient building will be decorated with greenery and there will be a cosy log fire to warm your hands. Mince pies and mulled wine will be on sale and our...
Flatford lies in the heart of the beautiful Dedham Vale. This charming hamlet was the inspiration for some of John Constable's most famous pictures, for example, the Hay Wain or Boatbuilding near Flatford Mill among many others. Wandering beside the River Stour or looking at Flatford Mill and Willy Lott's House you can feel as if you are actually walking through one of his paintings. Our informative exhibition will give you an insight into Constable's life at Flatford. While you are here, enjoy exploring the countryside on one of our circular walks or hire a boat and row along the river.
Flatford is home to a number of unique buildings which all have individual histories. Read on to discover more about the history of this special place.
Discover the life of John Constable and his family. Stories of a happy childhood, heartbreak and success in the art world help to paint a picture of what his life was like.
Learn about the work we do all year round at Flatford and the Dedham Vale, from ensuring traditional farming methods continue, to growing fresh produce in the kitchen garden.
The National Trust has launched a brand-new electric, wheelchair-accessible shuttle at Flatford, making it easier for everyone to enjoy one of the most iconic landscapes in Constable Country. We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help operate the shuttle so it can run more regularly and help make the new service available to even more people. Could you lend a hand – or know someone who might?
Do you have some spare time and want to help us look after this special place that Constable loved to paint? Find out how you can apply to join the volunteering team at Flatford.
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