A Life Below Stairs Tour
Hear the stories of the servants who lived and worked at Ickworth as you discover the hustle and bustle that went on below stairs.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
Take a step back in time to experience life as a servant in 1935. Hear the stories of the servants who lived and worked at Ickworth as you discover the hustle and bustle that went on in the basement. Learn how the 4th Marquess and Marchioness of Bristol ran the house, what food they ate and even some of the mischief that went on below stairs.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children are welcome.
- Meeting point
Sign in at the Welcome Point then head over to the West Wing entrance to begin the tour.
- What to bring and wear
The House can be cold so wear appropriate clothing. You may be asked to wear shoe coverings if your shoes are muddy. Large backpacks and push chairs can be left in West Wing foyer.
- Accessibility
Basement is accessible to wheelchair users from the moat entrance. Manual wheelchairs available.
- Other
Sign in at the Welcome Point then head over to the West Wing entrance to begin the tour. Please do not bring food and drink into the Rotunda.
Upcoming events
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Join us for a game of indoor crazy golf this February Half Term.
Volunteer led Snowdrop walks
Join our Visitor Experience staff and volunteers on a Snowdrop Walk through Geraldine and Erskine’s wood.
Costume Interpretation
A chance to meet our team of costume volunteers. Watch as they bring the world of the 1930’s servants to life and chat to them about the highs and lows of working in ‘the big house’.
Conserving the Earl’s Summerhouse
This tour will explore the history of the Earl’s Summerhouse and what work the National Trust has done, working with heritage contractors and building surveyors to repair and conserve such an important and significant building.