Discover more at Ickworth
Find out when Ickworth is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
There are loads of different family activities designed to help you explore and discover the Ickworth estate. However you choose to spend your day with us, your adventure starts here.
Blow off the cobwebs and enjoy all that Ickworth Estate has to offer this winter. Dig out your wellies and go and explore the changing seasons in the Albana to the breathtaking views across the fairy lake. Enjoy spending time with friends and nature at Ickworth Estate.
The multi-use trail, Geraldine's, Erskine's and Albana Walks are pushchair and buggy friendly
25 - 28 May & 30 May - 2 June | 10:45am - 11:45am | £3 per person
Join us for storytelling over the May half-term where lush gardens and ancient trees will come alive through creative stories written about Ickworth Estate. This activity is designed for Children under the age of 10, but anybody is welcome to join in, because after all who doesn’t love a good story.
Tickets are £3 per person and include an Ickworth story themed badge. The event will begin on the Italianate Garden lawn at 10:45am, please walk to the Garden where you will be met by the storytellers. The event will last around an hour. There will be three stories to listen to and a chance to explore the stumperies to find the famous Ickworth Dragon! All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the event. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and bring water with you as this event will take place outside. This event will take place sat on the lawn, if you would like a chair or a blanket, please bring one with you to the activity.
All stories are credited to Beth Davidson.
Booking essential, normal Estate admission charges also apply, free for National Trust members.
Wednesday 29 May | 11am - 12:30pm | £5 per child
Join our Volunteer Nature Explorer for an exploration of the wildlife and nature around Ickworth Estate.From beetles and bugs to birds and tree bark, there is plenty to explore in nature as you join our Volunteer Nature Explorer on a guided walk. Journeying through the woodlands of Ickworth, spot wildlife along the way and find out more about who shares their home on the estate. Booking essential, normal admission charges also apply, free for National Trust members.
Wednesday 29 May | 1:30pm - 3pm | £5 per child
Join our Nature Explorer on a geocaching adventure, finding the hidden treasures and tracking along the network of geocaches at Ickworth.Exploring woodlands, the parkland and Walled Garden, join our Volunteer Nature Explorer to find the hidden geocaches at Ickworth Estate. In these secret boxes, you'll find prizes left from others that have discovered their hiding places. Booking essential, normal admission charges also apply, free for National Trust members.
Why not hire one of our bikes or bring your own and follow one of our two family friendly multi-use trails around the estate – the River Linnet or the Monument trail. We’ve even got a short route especially designed for little legs! The routes are suitable for all weathers too, so even if it's raining, you can still enjoy exploring the estate.
The Cycle Hire Hub is open Thursdays to Sundays between 10am and 4pm with last hire at 2pm. Cycle hire is open 7 days a week during Suffolk school holidays. There may be times where we have to close cycle hire for operational reasons. Please check opening times for more information.
Why not spend some time running off steam in our play area? Situated by the car park, our wooden play area is suitable for children of all ages. There are picnic benches available too. *May close in adverse weather*
Drop into the welcome point (next to the plant centre) and pick up one of our family explorer bags. Packed with items such as binoculars, bug pots and ID sheets, discover what calls Ickworth Estate home. Free to use, just drop it back when you are finished. Use the binoculars to go and seek out the dragon in the stumpery.
Explore our wildlife area all year round, what critters will you find.
In the wildlife area by the adventure playground have a go a building a bug hotel. *Open all year round*
Activities are free but normal admission charges apply, free for National Trust members.
Wednesday 3 - Friday 6 July| times vary | £10 per ticket (carers free)| booking essential
Night Out in Nature is an outdoor sensory installation performance for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).
Frozen Light brings 'Night Out in Nature' to Ickworth Estate.
Four scientists have lived inside a biodome for over a decade nurturing the Blostma, a plant so powerful it only flowers every 12 years. The Blostma might be what we've all been waiting for, but only if it blossoms under the full moon tonight!
You're invited to enter the biodome and experience this cosmic, floral event. The question is, after 12 years of waiting, will the Blostma reveal its blooms?
This event is wheelchair accessible and limited to six individuals with PMLD and their carers per show. There is a Changing Places toilet on site.
For frequently asked questions about this performance please see here
Please book your tickets here
Thursday 27 June | 7pm - 9pm | tickets from £12 | booking advisable
Join The Pantaloons as they present their innovative and hilarious version of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy - told, as ever, in their own distinctive and anarchic style. Suitable for the whole family.
Thursday 25 July | 6pm - 8pm | tickets from £13 | booking advisable
Join Boxtree Productions Events for their fantastic musical adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's classic story, 'The Wind In The Willows'.
Featuring hilarious comedy, magic and fantastic toe-tapping songs be sure of an evening of wonderful open-air theatre that the whole family will enjoy.
Pack up a picnic, bring something to sit on and dress for the great British Weather! Book your tickets here.
Find out when Ickworth is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Find out more about cycling at Ickworth, including the cycle hire hub available in the car park. Pack a picnic and start your adventure.
Treat yourself in one of the cafés at Ickworth with a variety of tasty treats, light snacks and hot and cold drinks. Or grab a bargain as a souvenir of your visit in the shop or Plant Centre.
Ickworth is a three pawprint rated place. Let your four-legged friends lead you on a voyage of exploration around miles of parkland, offering new and exciting discoveries.
Explore the parkland at Ickworth, encircled with layers of history, landscape and classic architecture. Enjoy space, freedom and inspiring views as you wander at your leisure.
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