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.
Welcome to Rougham Estate
Events at Rougham Estate
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.
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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.
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 20 October 2025, 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!
Gift Vouchers for the café and shop
Treat someone special to a memorable visit to Rougham Estate with a gift voucher for both Roots Café and the Shop. Whether it’s coffee and a tasty brunch at Roots Café, a unique find from the Garden Room Shop, something beautiful for Christmas (from mid-October to December, including Christmas trees) or a luxury treat from the Pantry Shop, your gift voucher is valid for 1 year from the time of purchase and can be used over multiple visits.
Where to find us
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
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Enjoy quality family time this week with our specials at Rougham Estate, Roots Café, perfect for the school break!
For a refreshing choice, try our Salad of the Week: Mixed Leaf with Fennel, Pink Grapefruit, and a Citrus & Thyme Dressing.
Indulge in our Brunch Special featuring Teriyaki BBQ Pulled Pork on Sourdough, topped with a Poached Egg, Rocket, and Pickled Radish.
Don’t miss our Sandwich Special: Chicken Gyros Wrap with Mini Gem Lettuce, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pickled Red Onions served with Smoky Paprika Fries, available as part of our Two for £20 deal.
Come treat yourself!
#RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #FamilyTime #SchoolBreak #FoodSpecials #BrunchTime #HealthyEating #ComfortFood #TwoForTwenty
Enjoy quality family time this week with our specials at Rougham Estate, Roots Café, perfect for the school break!
For a refreshing choice, try our Salad of the Week: Mixed Leaf with Fennel, Pink Grapefruit, and a Citrus & Thyme Dressing.
Indulge in our Brunch Special featuring Teriyaki BBQ Pulled Pork on Sourdough, topped with a Poached Egg, Rocket, and Pickled Radish.
Don’t miss our Sandwich Special: Chicken Gyros Wrap with Mini Gem Lettuce, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pickled Red Onions served with Smoky Paprika Fries, available as part of our Two for £20 deal.
Come treat yourself!
#RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #FamilyTime #SchoolBreak #FoodSpecials #BrunchTime #HealthyEating #ComfortFood #TwoForTwenty
Ok so it may not be hot today…
But it is National Ice Cream Day!
If there ever was an excuse needed to eat ice cream! 🍦
We have saffronicecreamco ice cream, Roots Cafe and it’s deliciously creamy and available in many different flavours.
So if you did need an excuse, there it is 😆
#NationalIceCreamDay #IceCreamLovers #SaffronIceCream #DeliciousDesserts #TreatYourself #FoodieFun #Yum #RootsCafe #RoughamEstate
Ok so it may not be hot today…
But it is National Ice Cream Day!
If there ever was an excuse needed to eat ice cream! 🍦
We have saffronicecreamco ice cream, Roots Cafe and it’s deliciously creamy and available in many different flavours.
So if you did need an excuse, there it is 😆
#NationalIceCreamDay #IceCreamLovers #SaffronIceCream #DeliciousDesserts #TreatYourself #FoodieFun #Yum #RootsCafe #RoughamEstate
🌻Sunflower update! The flowers are growing daily and we’re keeping a very close eye on them, but we haven’t had the rain they need so they are still small and will not be flowering for a while yet.
📆We’ve moved the opening date for the field from very early August to early/mid August (we’ve pencilled in the 8th as the opening at the moment but this may yet change).
We can’t wait to welcome you to a field of gold … but we all have to be patient for a little while longer and keep hoping for some good rain. Nature takes the time she needs 🌱
Stay tuned for further updates 🌻😃👍
#sunflowerfield #suffolksunflowers #burystedmunds #sunflowerlove #suffolkcountryside #suffolksummer #daysoutsuffolk
🌻Sunflower update! The flowers are growing daily and we’re keeping a very close eye on them, but we haven’t had the rain they need so they are still small and will not be flowering for a while yet.
📆We’ve moved the opening date for the field from very early August to early/mid August (we’ve pencilled in the 8th as the opening at the moment but this may yet change).
We can’t wait to welcome you to a field of gold … but we all have to be patient for a little while longer and keep hoping for some good rain. Nature takes the time she needs 🌱
Stay tuned for further updates 🌻😃👍
#sunflowerfield #suffolksunflowers #burystedmunds #sunflowerlove #suffolkcountryside #suffolksummer #daysoutsuffolk
Harvest update…
The Winter Barley is in the shed, and now it`s time for the Winter Oilseed Rape. Remember its bright yellow bloom from May?
It’s now ripe and ready for harvest.
Once harvested, the seeds will be crushed to extract oil, which will be bottled and sold in local supermarkets for your cooking needs.
Exciting work ahead as we continue the harvest season.
#HarvestUpdate #OilseedRape #FarmToTable #RoughamEstate #FarmLife
Harvest update…
The Winter Barley is in the shed, and now it`s time for the Winter Oilseed Rape. Remember its bright yellow bloom from May?
It’s now ripe and ready for harvest.
Once harvested, the seeds will be crushed to extract oil, which will be bottled and sold in local supermarkets for your cooking needs.
Exciting work ahead as we continue the harvest season.
#HarvestUpdate #OilseedRape #FarmToTable #RoughamEstate #FarmLife
Got a passion for cooking? Like to learn? Enjoy good food?
Don’t miss out on our Butchery Class with 4-Course Meal!
Join us this July for a hands-on butchery experience in collaboration with Thurston Butchers! Learn the art of butchering a full side of pork with expert Alastair Angus.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to hone your skills, this is the perfect opportunity! After the demonstration, enjoy a delectable four-course meal crafted by Roots Café’s Head Chef, Danny Parker, featuring cuts from the class.
Don’t miss out on this unique culinary journey! Book your spot today!
https://roughamestate.com/events/an-evening-of-butchery-fine-dining/
#ButcheryClass #CulinaryExperience #RootsCafé #RoughamEstate #ThurstonButchers
Got a passion for cooking? Like to learn? Enjoy good food?
Don’t miss out on our Butchery Class with 4-Course Meal!
Join us this July for a hands-on butchery experience in collaboration with Thurston Butchers! Learn the art of butchering a full side of pork with expert Alastair Angus.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to hone your skills, this is the perfect opportunity! After the demonstration, enjoy a delectable four-course meal crafted by Roots Café’s Head Chef, Danny Parker, featuring cuts from the class.
Don’t miss out on this unique culinary journey! Book your spot today!
https://roughamestate.com/events/an-evening-of-butchery-fine-dining/
#ButcheryClass #CulinaryExperience #RootsCafé #RoughamEstate #ThurstonButchers
Specials this week are…
Brunch Special: Enjoy a warm Naan with Curried Ketchup, Bacon, a Fried Egg, and Mint Yoghurt. A hearty choice for brunch.
Sandwich Special: Try our Ciabatta sandwich with Artichoke, Lemon Grilled Courgettes, Basil, and Prosciutto Ham. A flavourful and fresh lunch option.
Join us this week to enjoy these delicious dishes! Perfect for a weekend treat or a casual lunch with friends. Don’t miss out!
#BrunchSpecial #SandwichSpecial #Foodie #LocalEats #WeekendTreat #DeliciousFood #LunchWithFriends #RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #Timeout #DeliciousEats
Specials this week are…
Brunch Special: Enjoy a warm Naan with Curried Ketchup, Bacon, a Fried Egg, and Mint Yoghurt. A hearty choice for brunch.
Sandwich Special: Try our Ciabatta sandwich with Artichoke, Lemon Grilled Courgettes, Basil, and Prosciutto Ham. A flavourful and fresh lunch option.
Join us this week to enjoy these delicious dishes! Perfect for a weekend treat or a casual lunch with friends. Don’t miss out!
#BrunchSpecial #SandwichSpecial #Foodie #LocalEats #WeekendTreat #DeliciousFood #LunchWithFriends #RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #Timeout #DeliciousEats
There’s no better place than Rougham Estate to enjoy the sunshine.
There’s something for all the family. From walks, to food and sandpits!
#RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #TheGardenRoomShop #Alfresco #Walks #IceDrinks
There’s no better place than Rougham Estate to enjoy the sunshine.
There’s something for all the family. From walks, to food and sandpits!
#RoughamEstate #RootsCafé #TheGardenRoomShop #Alfresco #Walks #IceDrinks
This weekend @watsons_plants will be back at Blackthorpe Barn with their wonderful pop-up plant stall 🙌🪴
It was such a great success in May that we’re doing it again, this Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Come and buy new plants and get excellent advice from Chris Watson.
Why not pop in to the Garden Room Shop for new plant pots, beautiful vases and other useful gardening items and finish your visit off with a refreshing iced coffee and cake at Roots Café!
With plenty of free parking and just 2 minutes off the A14 outside Bury St Edmunds – it’s a great little trip out on a sunny weekend ☀️
Even better: the pop-up plant stall will be here every other weekend throughout the summer!! 🎉
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolksummer #plantsplantsplants #burystedmundsandbeyond #suffolk
This weekend @watsons_plants will be back at Blackthorpe Barn with their wonderful pop-up plant stall 🙌🪴
It was such a great success in May that we’re doing it again, this Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Come and buy new plants and get excellent advice from Chris Watson.
Why not pop in to the Garden Room Shop for new plant pots, beautiful vases and other useful gardening items and finish your visit off with a refreshing iced coffee and cake at Roots Café!
With plenty of free parking and just 2 minutes off the A14 outside Bury St Edmunds – it’s a great little trip out on a sunny weekend ☀️
Even better: the pop-up plant stall will be here every other weekend throughout the summer!! 🎉
#roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #suffolksummer #plantsplantsplants #burystedmundsandbeyond #suffolk
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