Great days out for the whole family

You don't have to travel far to enjoy the stillness and tranquility of Kentwell's moated gardens

We are delighted to be able to open our gardens for local visitors to enjoy a breath of fresh air. We ask that all visitors please follow the current regulations. We realise that there many who will read this who will be outside of our local area and will therefore be unable to attend. However, for those in our local community, who are looking for a safe, outdoor family walk, we are open. Our Gardens are extensive and visitors should have little problem in keeping distant from other visitors.

We regret that, due to Coronavirus restrictions, the House and the Moat House will remain closed until further notice.

We wish to all who know and love Kentwell that you and yours keep well in these difficult times and avoid severe infection of this virus.

The Gardens: romantic moats, extensive lawns, walled gardens, massive clipped yews, espaliered fruit trees and giant cedars surround the House. Over 30 acres of tranquil breathing space, with a surprise to delight the senses around every corner.

The Moat House: this rare survivor of a 15th Century service building rises sheer from the moat and contains our working dairy, bakery, brewhouse and stillroom.

The House: part original Tudor, with later classical elements, mixed with the owners' personal style. Tudor portraits, interesting artefacts and historic tapestries make this a family home with a difference.

Special Events: Kentwell Hall pioneers domestic living history events in the UK with something for everyone to enjoy together. But we're not just all about history - a wide variety of family events, open air cinema and themed days all bring this historic venue to life throughout the year.

Where are we? Kentwell Hall is on the edge of the picturesque village of Long Melford, in Suffolk. We are 10 miles south of Bury St Edmunds and 4 miles north of Sudbury.

Kentwell Hall • Long Melford • Suffolk CO10 9BA

Gardens Open

The Gardens at Kentwell

Kentwell's gardens are a delight — a haven of peace and tranquillity in a busy world with naught but the birds to disturb you.

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Family Events

Eastertide

The Easter weekend is one of our most popular weekends of the year, with so much to see and do - with family-friendly activities and acres of gardens and woodland to explore.

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Living History

Tudor May Day Festival

Celebrate Tudor May Day at our liveliest event of the year with activities for the whole family to join in with and enjoy.

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Living History

Kentwell Through The Ages

The ultimate day of History Time Travel! Explore pockets of history from a range of different eras brought to life by Kentwell’s skilled living historians, spread throughout the gardens, farm and woodlands. Spend a whole day immersed in history at Kentwell and travel through time!

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An unrivalled experience for all ages

Kentwell Hall is one of the finest moated Tudor Houses in England, set in over 25 acres of its own gardens and parkland, with numerous historic buildings. We are best known for turning back the clock and inviting visitors to step back in time to fully immerse themselves in the history of a given period.

Kentwell's living history re-creations are unique. They offer a scale and depth unmatched anywhere, giving total immersion in the sights, sounds and smells of the past.

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