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Behind the Attic Door Tours

Step behind the attic door at The Children's Country House at Sudbury with guided tours.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Have you ever wondered what stood behind the attic door at The Children's Country House at Sudbury? Now's your chance to find out with guided tours taking place on Mondays.

Led by guides, venture into spaces not usually open to the public and learn about the lives of servants at Sudbury Hall.

Each tour is approximately 45 to 50 minutes.

Times

Prices

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All £5.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Aimed at children over 12 and adults.

Meeting point

For the tours, please check in at Visitor Services first and meet at the Side Hall.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable footwear as there is uneven floor and steps throughout the tour.

Accessibility

There is no step-free access on the attic tours, and there are approximately 78 steep stairs to take.

Other

General admission to the property applies. A maximum of 10 in each tour group. Attic Tours must be booked in advance.

Contact info

The Children's Country House at Sudbury

Upcoming events

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Easter Egg Hunt at The Children's Country House at Sudbury 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at The Children's Country House at Sudbury on an Easter trail.

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on
15 Apr to 27 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
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on
15 Apr to 23 Apr 2025
at
14:30 to 15:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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Sublime Science Workshops 

Sublime Science is visiting The Children's Country House on 3 May 2025, and you're invited to come along.

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on
3 May 2025
at
11:00 to 11:50
+ 3 other dates or times
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Bringing History to Life: A Talk on Historical Renactment 

Join us on Friday 9 May, as Ben, our Collections Assistant will be discussing his involvement with WWII Living History and it's relevance to VE Day, as we commemorate VE Day 80 this year.

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on
9 May 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times