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The Children’s Country House at Sudbury

The Children’s Country House at Sudbury. Having fun with history.

Main Road, Sudbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5HT

View of Sudbury Hall from the Gardens with light frost

Important notice

Please note that due to strong winds, the gardens and outdoor spaces will be closed this weekend (21 and 22 December) for safety reasons. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Planning your visit

A mum and dad outside with their young girl who is holding up a leaf and wearing a Christmas dress

Upcoming Events 

Learn more about upcoming winter and Christmas events at The Children's Country House at Sudbury.

Child visitor looking at a Christmas tree in Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood in Derbyshire
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A Once Upon a Time Christmas at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

Christmas at The Children's Country House at Sudbury arrives from November. Step into a fairy tale as the property transforms into the story of Cinderella.

The Lilypond Fountain at The Children's Country House, in winter.
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The Gardens at The Children's Country House 

Explore the Garden and explore, admire and connect with the beauty of nature.

The Staircase Hall at The Children's Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire
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Family-friendly things to do at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

The Children's Country House has been created with children at the heart and there is always something to discover, explore and learn for families.

Children looking at some of the exhibits in the The Children’s Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire
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Learning and Educational Visits to The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

From primary school groups to higher education students, our Learning Team offer an exciting programme which can be adapted for different ages and abilities.

An image of the ground floor of the cafe at The Children's Country House
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Access at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

Find out about access across the different areas of The Children's Country House at Sudbury and how to make the most of your visit.

Two volunteers collect fallen apples in the orchards at Killerton, Devon

Volunteer at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

Volunteers play a huge role at The Children's Country House and are involved in a wide range of activities including driving, visitor welcome, hall experience and conservation. Discover our volunteer opportunities and how to get involved.

The south front of Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, with geese resting on the lawn.

Discover more at The Children's Country House

Find out when The Children's Country House is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.