Rougham Estate in the heart of Suffolk
Spanning over 3,000 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside, there’s something new to explore every time you visit Rougham Estate. Enjoy meadow walks and delicious food, set against a fascinating historical backdrop.
Unleash your creativity at Rougham Estate with craft workshops, find supplies in the shop for making your own displays and be inspired by art and craft exhibitions.
From sunny days amongst the sunflowers to autumnal strolls through ancient Suffolk woodlands, Rougham Estate is the perfect location to enjoy with friends and family. Roots Cafe is open all year for breakfasts and lunches, coffee and cake.
WHAT’S ON AT ROUGHAM ESTATE
CHRISTMAS AT BLACKTHORPE BARN
As the nights draw in and the temperatures start dropping, Christmas really comes alive on Rougham Estate again, at Blackthorpe Barn.
The renowned Christmas Shop opens its doors on 21 October, with new magic and a whole world full of glorious decorations for you to select from.
In early November you can come to the Christmas Tree plantation and select the very tree you’d like to adorn your home and from the end of November our famous Rougham Estate Christmas Trees go on sale.
For 5 weekends in November and December the well-respected Arts & Crafts Fair is held in the magnificent medieval Blackthorpe Barn itself, with both new and familiar makers joining us on different weekends; this is the place to come to find quality gifts.
With handmade wreaths and Christmas craft workshops coming soon – you don’t want to miss Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn this autumn!
WHAT’S ON AT CHRISTMAS
WONDERFUL WALKS
For time out in nature, the walks around Rougham Estate are a pleasure for all walkers, whether with your dog, family or friends. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the wonderful Suffolk countryside.
ABOUT ROUGHAM ESTATE
Spanning over 3,000 acres of Suffolk countryside, Rougham Estate features ancient meadows, green lanes, oak-lined hedgerows, bluebells and orchids, parkland and arable fields. It is proud of its rich historic legacy and works for a sustainable, regenerative future with an emphasis on nurturing, protecting and improving the environment, through both education and example. Visitors are welcome to share these wonders and engage in events throughout the year.
THE FASCINATING HISTORY
The Rougham Estate traces its history back to Roman times and has seen both Saxons and Vikings and was owned by the local abbey for 600 years. During World War Two an airfield was built and Rougham Hall was bombed. It has been owned by the Agnew family since 1904.
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Last month we planted more baby Christmas Trees, ready for choosing in a few years time…
Just like these ones in our Christmas tree plantations – which are open on the 9 & 10th, 16th & 17th November for you to choose the tree of your choice.
Your chosen tree will be cut, perfectly fresh, just a day or two before your selected collection date.
Booking is essential and there’s only limited spaces left so book to avoid disappointment: roughamestate.com/welcome – link in our profile
It’s a wonderful experience for everyone; very exciting for children, and your dog (on a lead) is welcome to come with you too.
#christmastime #blackthorpebarn #limitedspaces #booktoavoiddisappointment #countrychristmas #christmas2024 #christmascountdown #RoughamEstate #BlackthorpeBarn #christmastree #christmastrees #christmastreefarm
Last month we planted more baby Christmas Trees, ready for choosing in a few years time…
Just like these ones in our Christmas tree plantations – which are open on the 9 & 10th, 16th & 17th November for you to choose the tree of your choice.
Your chosen tree will be cut, perfectly fresh, just a day or two before your selected collection date.
Booking is essential and there’s only limited spaces left so book to avoid disappointment: roughamestate.com/welcome – link in our profile
It’s a wonderful experience for everyone; very exciting for children, and your dog (on a lead) is welcome to come with you too.
#christmastime #blackthorpebarn #limitedspaces #booktoavoiddisappointment #countrychristmas #christmas2024 #christmascountdown #RoughamEstate #BlackthorpeBarn #christmastree #christmastrees #christmastreefarm
Come to Rougham Estate during half term week – there’s lots to do!
The Rougham Pumpkin Patch is open every day from 9-5 until the end of Thursday 31st October. There are still plenty of pumpkins to find, and open space to run and play.
@Wrights_2018 are making their tasty posh cheese toasties and children’s lunch boxes as well as coffee and cakes.
@thesuffolksmokeco is serving delicious smoked and bbq takeaways.
The pedal tractors, sandpits and big bale pyramids are all available as well as lots of photo opportunities.
Entrance is free, so grab your wellies and bring a picnic if you like.
At Blackthorpe Barn there’s a world of magic awaiting, with the Christmas Shop in full swing. Open every day 9.30-5 (until 4 on Sundays) you’ll be amazed by the huge range of Christmas worlds to discover, from woodland folk to dinosaurs, ballerinas to nutcrackers.
Right next door at the Barn is Roots Café, open every day 9-5 (4 on Sundays) serving homemade snacks and meals in a warm and quirky surrounding.
If you prefer to get some exercise in, why not try one of the walks around the Estate, which all start at Blackthorpe Barn. They range from an easy 20 minutes to 2-3 hours depending on the distance. We’ve described them all in detail on our website, with maps, pictures and videos, so that you can see whether the walk suits your needs.
All the details can be found on our website roughamestate.com/welcome
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See you soon!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolkhalfterm #octoberhalfterm #daysoutwithkids #suffolkmums #pumpkinpatch #suffolklife #suffolkliving #eastanglia #thingstodoinsuffolk #pumpkineverything #suffolkcountryside #autumnhalfterm #spookyseason #loveautumn #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk
Come to Rougham Estate during half term week – there’s lots to do!
The Rougham Pumpkin Patch is open every day from 9-5 until the end of Thursday 31st October. There are still plenty of pumpkins to find, and open space to run and play.
@Wrights_2018 are making their tasty posh cheese toasties and children’s lunch boxes as well as coffee and cakes.
@thesuffolksmokeco is serving delicious smoked and bbq takeaways.
The pedal tractors, sandpits and big bale pyramids are all available as well as lots of photo opportunities.
Entrance is free, so grab your wellies and bring a picnic if you like.
At Blackthorpe Barn there’s a world of magic awaiting, with the Christmas Shop in full swing. Open every day 9.30-5 (until 4 on Sundays) you’ll be amazed by the huge range of Christmas worlds to discover, from woodland folk to dinosaurs, ballerinas to nutcrackers.
Right next door at the Barn is Roots Café, open every day 9-5 (4 on Sundays) serving homemade snacks and meals in a warm and quirky surrounding.
If you prefer to get some exercise in, why not try one of the walks around the Estate, which all start at Blackthorpe Barn. They range from an easy 20 minutes to 2-3 hours depending on the distance. We’ve described them all in detail on our website, with maps, pictures and videos, so that you can see whether the walk suits your needs.
All the details can be found on our website roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
See you soon!
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolkhalfterm #octoberhalfterm #daysoutwithkids #suffolkmums #pumpkinpatch #suffolklife #suffolkliving #eastanglia #thingstodoinsuffolk #pumpkineverything #suffolkcountryside #autumnhalfterm #spookyseason #loveautumn #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #burystedmundssuffolk
Who’s feeling autumnal?🍁🍂🥮
As the nature treats us to a beautiful colour display, why not embrace that feeling with our range of seasonal drinks?
From Gingerbread to Pumpkin spice, you can drink in or takeaway for one of our walks.
#fallfoliage #RoughamEstate #blackthorpebarn #coffeetime #RootsCafe #NewMenu #coffeelover #pumpkinspice #gingerbread #autumnvibes #autumncolors #autumnleaves #autumn
Who’s feeling autumnal?🍁🍂🥮
As the nature treats us to a beautiful colour display, why not embrace that feeling with our range of seasonal drinks?
From Gingerbread to Pumpkin spice, you can drink in or takeaway for one of our walks.
#fallfoliage #RoughamEstate #blackthorpebarn #coffeetime #RootsCafe #NewMenu #coffeelover #pumpkinspice #gingerbread #autumnvibes #autumncolors #autumnleaves #autumn
From a brilliant Saturday night to a sunny Sunday🤞 (with an extra hour of sleep in between!)
It’s the last Sunday for Rougham Pumpkins 2024 and then we are open every day until Thursday 31st too!
Free entry, open 9-5 each day, with thousands of pumpkins still waiting to be picked … and there are still some amazing ones lurking in the further reaches of the patch.
There’s a dazzling range of street food on offer:
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with fabulous fried chicken (Sunday only)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their exceptional fish and chips (Sunday only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with magnificent Mexican burritos (Sunday only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for smoked BBQ treats (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with moreish coffees and cakes (Sunday only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is creating spooky body art (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream (every day)
🧺 Or bring your own picnic!
Plenty of space to run and play, good food, loads of photo opportunities, pumpkins by the thousands… come and enjoy autumn here
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#roughamestate #roughampumpkins #pumpkinspice #pumpkinpatch #suffolkpumpkins #suffolkcountryside #suffolkmums #burystedmuds #burystedmundssuffolk #burystedmundsandbeyond #spookymonth #loveautumn #autumnvibes #october #suffolkbusiness #suffolkbloggers #suffolklife #suffolkfood #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpie
From a brilliant Saturday night to a sunny Sunday🤞 (with an extra hour of sleep in between!)
It’s the last Sunday for Rougham Pumpkins 2024 and then we are open every day until Thursday 31st too!
Free entry, open 9-5 each day, with thousands of pumpkins still waiting to be picked … and there are still some amazing ones lurking in the further reaches of the patch.
There’s a dazzling range of street food on offer:
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with fabulous fried chicken (Sunday only)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their exceptional fish and chips (Sunday only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with magnificent Mexican burritos (Sunday only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for smoked BBQ treats (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with moreish coffees and cakes (Sunday only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is creating spooky body art (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream (every day)
🧺 Or bring your own picnic!
Plenty of space to run and play, good food, loads of photo opportunities, pumpkins by the thousands… come and enjoy autumn here
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#roughamestate #roughampumpkins #pumpkinspice #pumpkinpatch #suffolkpumpkins #suffolkcountryside #suffolkmums #burystedmuds #burystedmundssuffolk #burystedmundsandbeyond #spookymonth #loveautumn #autumnvibes #october #suffolkbusiness #suffolkbloggers #suffolklife #suffolkfood #pumpkinseason #pumpkinpie
Join us for the final days of Rougham Pumpkins – we are open from Saturday 26th every day to Thursday 31st October from 9-5, with Pumpkins by Torchlight and the Silent Disco on Saturday evening from 5:30-9:30pm.
The car park has matting down now so even if it rains, we’ll be able to stay open!
It’s going to be a great festival this weekend, with a mouth-watering choice of food on offer:
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day and Saturday evening)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with Suffolk fried chicken (weekend only and Saturday evening)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their delicious fish and chips (weekend only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with Mexican food to die for (weekend only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for BBQ goodness (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with coffees and cakes (weekend only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is painting fantastic designs on faces and arms (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream for those who are missing summer (every day)
🧺 Or bring your own picnic!
Get dressed up, in a warm coat or in fancy dress if you prefer, put your wellies on and come and enjoy the best of autumn! There are plenty of pumpkins and gourds left, especially in the further reaches of the patch.
For those who prefer a sit-down meal or who want Halloween decorations or Christmas sparkle, Blackthorpe Barn is just 2 minutes away on the other side of the A14.
We’re looking forward to seeing you and seeing your pictures and videos!
Free entrance, no booking required, just come and enjoy.
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#roughamestate #roughampumpkins #pumpkinlove #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #suffolkautumn #suffolkdaysout #daysoutsuffolk #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #pumpkineverything #loveautumn #spookyseason #pumpkinspice #october #loveoctober #eastanglia #autumnhalfterm2024 #autumnhalfterm #suffolkhalfterm #thingstodoinsuffolk #suffolkmums #daysoutwithkidssuffolk
Join us for the final days of Rougham Pumpkins – we are open from Saturday 26th every day to Thursday 31st October from 9-5, with Pumpkins by Torchlight and the Silent Disco on Saturday evening from 5:30-9:30pm.
The car park has matting down now so even if it rains, we’ll be able to stay open!
It’s going to be a great festival this weekend, with a mouth-watering choice of food on offer:
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day and Saturday evening)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with Suffolk fried chicken (weekend only and Saturday evening)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their delicious fish and chips (weekend only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with Mexican food to die for (weekend only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for BBQ goodness (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with coffees and cakes (weekend only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is painting fantastic designs on faces and arms (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream for those who are missing summer (every day)
🧺 Or bring your own picnic!
Get dressed up, in a warm coat or in fancy dress if you prefer, put your wellies on and come and enjoy the best of autumn! There are plenty of pumpkins and gourds left, especially in the further reaches of the patch.
For those who prefer a sit-down meal or who want Halloween decorations or Christmas sparkle, Blackthorpe Barn is just 2 minutes away on the other side of the A14.
We’re looking forward to seeing you and seeing your pictures and videos!
Free entrance, no booking required, just come and enjoy.
All the details from roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#roughamestate #roughampumpkins #pumpkinlove #pumpkin #pumpkinpatch #suffolkautumn #suffolkdaysout #daysoutsuffolk #burystedmunds #burystedmundsandbeyond #pumpkineverything #loveautumn #spookyseason #pumpkinspice #october #loveoctober #eastanglia #autumnhalfterm2024 #autumnhalfterm #suffolkhalfterm #thingstodoinsuffolk #suffolkmums #daysoutwithkidssuffolk
As we close the week, we are incredible proud of our farming team.
Last night, we attended the Suffolk Farm Business Awards at Trinity Park, Ipswich, organised by the Suffolk Agricultural Association.
We’re thrilled to announce that we won two awards: the Special Award for Best Diversification in our category and Second Overall for Best Farming Business in our class for farms over 501 hectares!
A huge congratulations to the entire team—this achievement truly reflects a collective effort, but with excellent leadership from our Estate Manager Simon Eddell !
Happy weekend everyone!
#farming #awards #excellence #farminglife🚜 #Agricultural #agriculture #diversification #roughamestatefarms #Rougham #RoughamEstate #blackthorpebarn
As we close the week, we are incredible proud of our farming team.
Last night, we attended the Suffolk Farm Business Awards at Trinity Park, Ipswich, organised by the Suffolk Agricultural Association.
We’re thrilled to announce that we won two awards: the Special Award for Best Diversification in our category and Second Overall for Best Farming Business in our class for farms over 501 hectares!
A huge congratulations to the entire team—this achievement truly reflects a collective effort, but with excellent leadership from our Estate Manager Simon Eddell !
Happy weekend everyone!
#farming #awards #excellence #farminglife🚜 #Agricultural #agriculture #diversification #roughamestatefarms #Rougham #RoughamEstate #blackthorpebarn
Would you like to gain early access to the Country Christmas Shop next year, before our official opening?
Just a week ago, we welcomed the press for an exclusive preview of the shop ahead of its public debut. Additionally, we organised a special event for Suffolk Magazine subscribers to explore the shop before it opened on Monday.
The feedback was fantastic, and now we’ve tried and tested it, we’re excited to plan a similar opportunity for our own mailing list subscribers next year to thank you for your loyalty and support.
If you`re interested in being part of this exclusive experience, or to hear about other promotions and exclusive offers, please subscribe to our mailing list to stay updated on what`s coming up!
The link is here and you need to scroll to the end of the page to sign up https://roughamestate.com/welcome/
Don’t miss out!
#blackthorpebarn #RoughamEstate #Christmas #subscribe #SubscribeNow #exclusive #ExclusiveOffer #loyalty #loyaltyrewards
Would you like to gain early access to the Country Christmas Shop next year, before our official opening?
Just a week ago, we welcomed the press for an exclusive preview of the shop ahead of its public debut. Additionally, we organised a special event for Suffolk Magazine subscribers to explore the shop before it opened on Monday.
The feedback was fantastic, and now we’ve tried and tested it, we’re excited to plan a similar opportunity for our own mailing list subscribers next year to thank you for your loyalty and support.
If you`re interested in being part of this exclusive experience, or to hear about other promotions and exclusive offers, please subscribe to our mailing list to stay updated on what`s coming up!
The link is here and you need to scroll to the end of the page to sign up https://roughamestate.com/welcome/
Don’t miss out!
#blackthorpebarn #RoughamEstate #Christmas #subscribe #SubscribeNow #exclusive #ExclusiveOffer #loyalty #loyaltyrewards
Join us at Rougham Pumpkins 🎃 for a final blast before the end of October! We are open every day Sat 26th – Thurs 31st October, 9-5.
🚗And yes, we have put tracks down in the car park field so the mud won’t be any more problem 🤞🎃
🔦 Don’t forget the final Pumpkins by Torchlight and Silent Disco 🕺 for this year, on Saturday evening 5.30-9.30pm. Boogie on down in your wellies and a warm jacket, and bring your torches for a spooktacular evening of music, toasting S’mores over a fire pit, great food and finding your pumpkins on the patch by torchlight. It was a fabulous festival vibe last time; this time promises to be even better. 🎉
🎟️ Entrance is free, no booking needed. All the headsets for Saturday night are reserved, but there is a waiting list on the night to take them as they are returned. 🎃
🍴 There’s a huge choice of food for the final festival 🍴
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with Suffolk fried chicken (weekend only)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their delicious fish and chips (weekend only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with Mexican food to die for (weekend only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for BBQ goodness (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with coffees and cakes (weekend only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is painting fantastic designs on faces and arms (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream for those who are missing summer (every day)
🎄 Just down the road (2 mins) is Blackthorpe Barn, where the magical Christmas Shop is already open and the delightful Roots Café serves sit-down meals from 9-5 (9-4 on Sundays). 🍽️
🎃 Get your last blast of pumpkin fun! 🎃
➡️ All the details for all the events here: roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#pumpkinpatch #roughampumpkins #roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolk #burystedmundssuffolk #suffolkmums #pumpkin #pumpkins #lovepumpkins #pumpkinlove #iamanautumn #loveautumn #pumpkineverything #pumpkinspice #suffolkdaysout #suffolkphotography #suffolkcountryside #suffolkpumpkins #thisisautumn #loveoctober #spookyseason #spookymonth #october #pumpkinfestival
Join us at Rougham Pumpkins 🎃 for a final blast before the end of October! We are open every day Sat 26th – Thurs 31st October, 9-5.
🚗And yes, we have put tracks down in the car park field so the mud won’t be any more problem 🤞🎃
🔦 Don’t forget the final Pumpkins by Torchlight and Silent Disco 🕺 for this year, on Saturday evening 5.30-9.30pm. Boogie on down in your wellies and a warm jacket, and bring your torches for a spooktacular evening of music, toasting S’mores over a fire pit, great food and finding your pumpkins on the patch by torchlight. It was a fabulous festival vibe last time; this time promises to be even better. 🎉
🎟️ Entrance is free, no booking needed. All the headsets for Saturday night are reserved, but there is a waiting list on the night to take them as they are returned. 🎃
🍴 There’s a huge choice of food for the final festival 🍴
🥪 @wrights_2018 serving posh toasties, coffee, cake and a licensed bar (every day)
🍗 @whatthe_peck with Suffolk fried chicken (weekend only)
🧇 @chestnut_events making amazing fresh waffles (every day)
🐟 @pimpmyfishuk frying their delicious fish and chips (weekend only)
🌯 @badboiburritos with Mexican food to die for (weekend only)
🍖 @thesuffolksmokeco for BBQ goodness (every day)
☕️ @kiernanscoffee at the Pitch in the Patch with coffees and cakes (weekend only)
🧑🎨 @faceitfaceart is painting fantastic designs on faces and arms (every day)
🍦 @saffronicecreamco ice cream for those who are missing summer (every day)
🎄 Just down the road (2 mins) is Blackthorpe Barn, where the magical Christmas Shop is already open and the delightful Roots Café serves sit-down meals from 9-5 (9-4 on Sundays). 🍽️
🎃 Get your last blast of pumpkin fun! 🎃
➡️ All the details for all the events here: roughamestate.com/welcome
Link in profile
#pumpkinpatch #roughampumpkins #roughamestate #burystedmunds #suffolk #burystedmundssuffolk #suffolkmums #pumpkin #pumpkins #lovepumpkins #pumpkinlove #iamanautumn #loveautumn #pumpkineverything #pumpkinspice #suffolkdaysout #suffolkphotography #suffolkcountryside #suffolkpumpkins #thisisautumn #loveoctober #spookyseason #spookymonth #october #pumpkinfestival
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