A Conservation Tour
Take a step behind closed doors in the Rotunda to see Ickworth through the eyes of our Collections Team.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
Ickworth is full of treasures, and each item, from buttons and bobbins to 7 foot statues, needs specific care and attention. Learn how and why we work so hard to look after our collections and discover just what goes on in the house when the doors are closed.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children are welcome.
- Meeting point
Head to the Welcome Point to sign in and pick up your ticket.
- What to bring and wear
The House can be cold so wear appropriate clothing. You may be asked to wear shoe coverings if your shoes are muddy. Large backpacks and push chairs can be left at the front door.
- Accessibility
Manual wheelchairs are available. House accessible by lift to all floors.
- Other
Sign in and pick up your ticket at the Welcome Point then head over to the front of the Rotunda to start the tour. Please do not bring food and drink into the Rotunda.
Upcoming events
Ickworth on the World Stage
Follow one family's unconventional adventures as Ickworth sets sail with the Herveys in 2025.
Summer Music in the Park – Bury St Edmunds Concert Band at Ickworth Estate
Enjoy some free music in the park at Ickworth Estate this May as the Bury St Edmunds Concert Band join us for an afternoon performance in front of the Rotunda.
A Life Below Stairs Tour
Hear the stories of the servants who lived and worked at Ickworth as you discover the hustle and bustle that went on below stairs.
An Introduction to Ickworth Tour
Join the team caring for Ickworth's treasures to discover more about the Hervey family and their collection.