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.
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Rougham Estate Gift Vouchers
Treat someone special to a memorable visit to Rougham Estate with a gift voucher that can be used in both Roots Café and the Rougham Estate Shop.
Whether it’s coffee and a tasty brunch at Roots Café, a unique find from the Lifestyle and Garden Shop, something beautiful for Christmas (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.
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.
THE FASCINATING HISTORY
The Rougham Estate traces its history back to Roman times. It 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. The Estate has been owned by the Agnew family since 1904.
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.
Where to find us
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Ground Plan of Blackthorpe Barn, including parking
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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 mid-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. Applications now open for 2026.
With handmade wreaths and Christmas craft workshops available – you don’t want to miss Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn this autumn!
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Have you worked with glass before, to create your own fused-glass decorations? You know, the ones that catch your eye as the sun makes the colours glow, flowers that make you smile even on gloomy days or a cheeky cactus that never needs watering.
We’ve got 3 different half-day workshops on offer at Rougham Estate, this month, in April and May, all taught by the lovely Danielle from @stained_glass_studio . Danielle is a skilled stained glass maker who will guide you step-by-step as to how to cut glass and decorate it to make your own plants.
In the March workshops, on 25th, you’ll learn how to make everlasting glass flowers to put in a vase on your windowsill; you will leave the April workshops with larger outdoor flowers, perfect for putting in the garden. In May you can learn how to make a fun cactus on a wooden stand. Each piece will be created by you, in your style with your colours and will be fired off-site to be collected a few days after the workshop.
Spaces are limited to make sure that everyone gets personal attention, so book early to ensure your place. Come with a friend and make a day of it here, with a bite to eat in Roots Café and a browse through our Lifestyle and Garden Shop, or come by yourself and make new friends as you learn new skills.
All the details and booking from our website.
We can’t wait to welcome you here!
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For this week’s special brunch dish, once again, not to be missed is curried potatoes, with spinach, madras pulled beef brisket and pickles red onions.
Only available this week at Roots Cafe, open daily!
#placestoeatinburystedmunds #roughamestate #cafesinburystedmunds #Suffolkfood
Happy Mother’s Day to all those wonderful mums (of all kinds) out there!
If you’re planning a trip to the Estate today, don’t forget to have a wander through our lovely grounds and visit the Rougham Estate Shop.
If you’re heading to Roots Café, please just keep in mind that we aren’t taking any bookings and it’s walk-ins only.
For those who don’t have their wonderful mums anymore, our thoughts are with you today 💜
#mothersday #rootscafe #roughamestate
Treat your lovely mum to our Mother’s Day sweet treat special…
If she has a sweet tooth, this is definitely not one to miss out on – raspberry & white chocolate scone with pistachio cream and raspberry jam. Available Sunday only.
Please note we are not taking bookings – walk ins only.
#mothersday #mothersdayspecial #roughamestate #cafeinburystedmunds
We’re 5 weeks into the rethatching of Blackthorpe Barn already!
Climbing up and down the ladders high above the courtyard, @dodsonbrosthatchers are continuing their amazing work, carefully layering bundles of straw entirely by hand.
Thatching is a craft that has been used to protect buildings for thousands of years. A finished thatched roof can be around 30–40cm thick, providing wonderful natural insulation and helping to keep buildings cool in summer and warm in winter.
But did you know that the part of the thatch that actually sheds the rainwater is surprisingly thin? It is, in fact, the steepness of the slope of the roof that is critical for the rain to simply run down quickly, dropping from one stalk of thatch to the next. The water only has time to penetrate about 2-5cm into the roof, meaning that most of the layers stay dry, even in heavy downpours.
It’s remarkable to watch such a traditional skill in action especially, for a change, while the sun was shining. Let’s hope we get more good weather through March!
#roughamestate #thatching #mastercraftsman #burystedmunds
In case you missed our special this week, there’s still a few days to enjoy this delicious veggie dish.
Our homemade falafel with babaganoush, rocket, beef tomato and pickled red cabbage served in all in a toasted ciabatta roll is a perfect brunch option on any day of the week.
Roots cafe is open every day 9am til 4pm, including bank holidays.
#vegan #vegetariandish #roughamestate #brunchinburystedmunds
We’re recruiting for a part-time Barista at Roots Café…
If you are looking for a part-time role that offers a friendly environment in a beautiful rural setting, we are hiring. Located just outside Bury St. Edmunds, the role involves crafting quality coffee and providing excellent service to our visitors.
We are looking for someone with at least one year of Barista experience who is reliable and takes pride in their work. In return, we offer competitive rates, employee discounts and a supportive team culture in one of the most scenic locations in the area.
If you are interested in joining a friendly team and spending some time weekends at the Estate, we would love to hear from you. Visit www.roughamestate.com/welcome for more information. Link in bio.
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A gentle reminder that your reset doesn’t book itself.
Our next Reset Retreat at Rougham Estate is nearly here, and spaces are already filling for our March dates.
Across one carefully curated day in the Suffolk countryside, you’ll step away from the noise and into a rhythm designed to help you properly switch off, from woodland walks and restorative yoga to wood-fired sauna sessions, cold water plunging, sound bathing and a seasonal lunch made to nourish and restore.
Guests from our first retreat left feeling lighter, calmer and already asking when they could come back – which tells us everything we hoped Reset would be.
If you’ve been meaning to take a day for yourself, now is the moment to secure your place.
Friday 20th & Saturday 21st March
£95 per head.
Limited spaces remaining. Book now to avoid disappointment. Link to book is in the bio.
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