Stone. Brick.Glass - Houses in Walberswick from 1400-2025
The Green, Walberswick, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6TT
Walberswick has a fascinating range of architectural styles from thatched arts and Crafts, red brick homes to cutting edge eco gems.
Discover the oldest building and the oldest house in the village. Why was Frank Jennings known as the Magpie Architect? Why did an old Merchant's hall end up being lifted from Lavenham into the village? What do the people who live in them think of Jenning's houses?
Frank Jennings film shown daily at 11am.
Try a still life drawing of wood. brick and stone. All materials supplied.
Saturday 20 September pop-up workshop for children and young adults to paint houses around the village green with guidance and instruction from established Walberswick artist Helen Riches. All materials will be supplied and booking is necessary.
Free bespoke family architectural trail - you are invited to collect a route map from the Heritage Hut and explore the houses in the village to discover and reveal the clues.
Discover latest news from the consultant entomologist and ecological consultant on the indigenous wildlife and bird species who make their homes, often hidden from view in the village and the marshes and their importance to breeding patterns.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 9.30-3.30pm
- Sunday 14 September:
- 9.30-3.30pm
- Monday 15 September:
- 10.30-3
- Tuesday 16 September:
- 10.30-3
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 10.30-3
- Thursday 18 September:
- 10.30-3
- Saturday 20 September:
- 9.30 - 3.30pm
- Sunday 21 September:
- 9.30-3.30pm
Location & directions
The Green, Walberswick, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6TT
- Directions:
- The Heritage Hut is located along a parade of cafes and shops at the end of village.
- Contact on day:
- Stephanie renouf
- Telephone number:
- +447785551193
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Artist led workshops run on both Saturdays, lasting between 1-2 hours. All must pre-register giving name, contact details and age of child. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. book via eventbrite link below
- Booking contact name:
- eventbrite
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/special-pop-up-drawing-workshop-of-houses-on-with-local-artist-helen-riches-tickets-1661058704299
- Booking opens:
- 05 Sep 2025 10:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 19 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Parking is located about 5 minutes walk away in one of two village car parks. Both operate on a parking App. No cash parking. Please note Walberswick is dog friendly, but the village does not have any pavements, so care must be taken. Please walk facing the oncoming traffic to ensure safety for all.
Additional information
Activities are centred around the exhibition which is specially created for HOD.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 12
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
