Ickworth Estate
Ickworth Estate, Horringer, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29 5QE
Step behind the scenes at Ickworth Estate and discover something new. From fascinating tours and pop-up experiences to seasonal exhibitions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Heritage Open Days.
Enjoy free access from 9:00–17:00 (last entry to Estate 16:00) with facilities open 10:00–16:30. Wander through the Suffolk Craft Society’s Summer Exhibition (12–14 July, Gallery with lift access), showcasing contemporary artworks inspired by ‘Ickworth on World Stage’, learn about the heritage of our planting in our Garden Exhibition (Daily, Italianate Garden), or hire from our cycle hub, with push, recumbent or electric bikes available (Daily, prices online).
Learn something new about Ickworth Estate from the experts in our team on a range of outdoor tours, including the Climate Tour, Earl’s Summer House, and a Monument Tour by bike. Indoors, uncover tales of life below stairs, conservation secrets, and the highlights of Ickworth’s unique history.
Throughout the week, enjoy pop-up encounters with our House Team and Gardeners, and don’t miss the immersive costume interpretation on Sunday 21 July, as the 1930s come to life in the Servants' Quarters.
With daily cycle hire, specialist talks in the gallery, and Ickworth Estate food options (including weekend BBQs and sweet bakes), this is a beautiful time to enjoy Ickworth from a slightly different perspective.
For more information and to book online:
👉 nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/suffolk/ickworth-estate/events
Timings & Tours
- Friday 12 September:
- House Tour: Life Below Stairs 10:45 - 11:30, Collection Pop up talk: 14:00, Suffolk Craft Society in the Gallery 10:00 - 16:00
- Saturday 13 September:
- Suffolk Craft Society in the Gallery 10:00 - 16:00, House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, BBQ 10:00 - 15:30
- Sunday 14 September:
- Suffolk Craft Society in the Gallery 10:00 - 16:00, House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, Outdoor Tour: History of the House and Gardens 10:00 - 11:00, BBQ 10:00 - 15:30
- Monday 15 September:
- House Tour: Life Below Stairs 10:45 - 11:30, Garden 10 minute Pop up talk; bulbs at Ickworth 12:00 & 14:00, Outdoor hidden buildings Tour:Climate & Ickworth looking after the Environment 11:30 - 12:30
- Tuesday 16 September:
- House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, Outdoor Tour: History of the House and Gardens 10:00 - 11:00, Collection Pop up talk: 14:00
- Wednesday 17 September:
- House Tour: Conservation at Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, Garden 10 minute Pop up talk; bulbs at Ickworth 12:00 & 14:00, Outdoor Tour: The Earl's Summer House project 11:30 - 12:30
- Thursday 18 September:
- House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, Indoor talk, Gallery: Working Life in the 1930's at Ickworth 14:00 - 14:45, Outdoor Walk: With the Rangers Time TBC, Collection Pop up talk: 14:00
- Friday 19 September:
- House Tour: Life Below Stairs 10:45 - 11:30, Garden 10 minute Pop up bulbs talk 12:00 & 14:00, Holiday House open to view 11:00 - 15:00, Project Tour by bike: The Monument Project 11:00 - 12:30
- Saturday 20 September:
- House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, BBQ 10:00 - 15:30
- Sunday 21 September:
- Bury Rickshaw 20- 35 minute rides from the Welcome Point, House Tour: Introduction to Ickworth 10:45 - 11:30, BBQ 10:00 - 15:30, Information Session in the Gallery: Volunteering Opportunities
Location & directions
Ickworth Estate, Horringer, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29 5QE
- Directions:
- Do not follow sat-nav. Follow road signs to Ickworth Estate.
- Contact on day:
- Daisy Bodewes
- Telephone number:
- +441284736136
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- For talks, tours, rickshaw rides (Sunday 21st) and mobility scooters pre booking is advised. Possible availability on the day on a first come first served bases from the Welcome Point & Plant Shop, but cannot be guaranteed. No booking is required for The Suffolk Craft Exhibition (Gallery 12th - 14th, 10:00 -16:00), Garden Exhibition (Italianate Garden, daily, 10:00 - 16:00) and 'Ickworth on the World Stage' (Rotunda daily, 11:00 - 15:30, last entry at 15:00) No need to book for pop up talks.
- Booking website:
- https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/suffolk/ickworth-estate
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/suffolk/ickworth-estate/events
Accessibility details
The House can be accessed via a step-free ramp. Inside the House there is a lift to access the first and second floors as well as the basement. We have an audio guide recorded with VocalEyes, aimed at those who are Blind or partially sighted. The West Wing toilets are located in the basement and access is step-free via the moat entrance. There is disabled parking bays in the carpark and an accessible toilet. Staff and Volunteers are available to assist with access needs. There is a shuttle bus that can take visitors from the carpark to the house.
Additional information
The estate is open from 09:00 - 17:00. Estate Last Entry 16:00. House last entry is at 15:00. The cafes close at 16:30. Dogs are welcome across the estate on a short lead, apart from the Italianate Garden, the vegetable patches, The Rotunda and West Wing. Porter's Lodge Cafe is dog friendly, with soft beds and tasty treats. The Gardens Exhibition is held in the Italianate Garden, which is a bicycle and dog free area. It is open between 10:00-16:00. It is open daily and there is no need to pre-book entry. Pre-booking is advised for tours and talks
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
