Helmingham Hall, Suffolk

BRIEF HISTORY

The Tollemache Family have lived in Suffolk since the Norman conquest and have lived at Helmingham ever since 1487. The Hall was completed in 1510, although the Garden moat predates the house and is probably of Saxon origin. Today, the gardens are opened to visitors to enjoy this exceptional experience of these invigorating gardens set in the 400 acre deer park.

HORTICULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS

Lady Tollemache, a Chelsea Gold Medallist has worked tirelessly to restore the gardens at Helmingham to glory over the last 20 years. Visitors are enchanted by the beautiful rose, knot, herb, wild and walled kitchen gardens.

OTHER THINGS TO SEE & DO

Our newly refurbished Stable Shops offer a wide range of gifts, foodie delights, garden ware & plants. We have many special events throughout the season including specialist plant fairs, the Festival of Classic & Sports Cars, Suffolk Dog Day and the Helmingham Food & Drink Festival.

LOCAL AREA

The closest town is the picturesque market town of Stowmarket that has bi weekly markets, one on a Thursday and one on a Saturday. Also in the area is the Mid Suffolk Light Railway, with a steam engine museum. www.mslr.org.uk

PLACES TO STAY

There is a range of accomodation suitable for various budgets in Stowmarket including a Travel Lodge and B&Bs in the surrounding Suffolk countryside.

HOW TO FIND US

Helmingham Hall Gardens,

Helmingham,

Stowmarket,

Suffolk,

IP14 6EF

9 Miles north of Ipswich on the Ipswich/Debenham Road (B1077).

3 Miles south of the Stowmarket Yoxford Road (A1120) on the B1107

OPENING TIMES

1st May – 18th September, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 12:00 – 17:00

ENTRY

£6.00 Adult

£3.00 Children

£5.00 for groups of 30+

FOOD & DRINK

The Coach House Tearooms serves a wide range of light lunches and traditional cream teas, made only from the finest local produce!

POSTCODE FOR CAR SAT NAVs

IP14 6EF

FRIENDS/VOLUNTEERS

WEBSITE / TEL No.

www.helmingham.com

01473 890799