THE ESTATE
Nestled in Suffolk, the Estate’s enduring appeal is created by blending history, nature and sustainable practices with family-friendly events.
A Suffolk Country Estate
Rougham Estate, located a few miles from Bury St Edmunds, is a rural haven epitomising the timeless charm and natural beauty of East Anglia.
It boasts a rich history dating back through the ages to Roman times. The Estate’s centrepiece, Rougham Hall, although ruined, stands as a testament to its heritage, with the Blackthorpe Barn and the WWII airfield control tower adding unique historical interest.
Besides the fascinating history, the Estate takes its rural responsibilities seriously, ensuring a harmonious balance in its natural surroundings complemented by sustainable forestry and wildlife management. The working farm contributes to the agricultural legacy, while dedicated conservation efforts underscore the commitment to preserving the Estate’s ecological diversity.
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ROUGHAM ESTATE TRUST
The Rougham Estate Trust was established by George Agnew and his late brother John, to safeguard the Estate into the future. Committed to maintaining the Estate’s environment and landscape for the benefit of the public, the Trust also supports cultural and educational initiatives by inspiring young local musicians and preserving the history of the area.
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So that’s it…
After weeks of hard graft, the final touches on the new thatch have been completed on our much loved Blackthorpe Barn.
As @dodsonbrosthatchers packed up their tools and the scaffolding came down, the rethatch is finally finished and the car park is now back to normal and life here is returning to its gentle rhythm of normality.
We hope everyone who visited to see the rethatch found it as enlightening as we did. Watching traditional craft brought to life reminded us why moments like these, which only come around every 35 years for the Estate, make the history of the estate so precious to preserve.
Here’s a small recap of the final works on the beautiful Blackthorpe Barn.
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Our baristas Charlie and Katie are staying one step ahead of the grind with some hands-on training from @butterworths coffee.
From dialling in the perfect shot to steaming milk just right, they’ve been fine-tuning their skills with a local supplier that really knows its beans!
It’s all about raising the bar(ista) and making sure every cup we serve is brewed to perfection.
Come and put them to the test…☕️
#BaristaLife #CoffeeCraft #StayGrounded #BrewedToPerfection #SupportLocal
The weather’s looking a little more inviting… which can only mean one thing – it’s time to get out and explore.
There is no better place to do that than in the Suffolk countryside amongst the daffies and other spring flowers.
Our walks around Rougham Estate are the perfect excuse to enjoy a breath of fresh air, stretch your legs, and take in the beauty of the estate as the seasons begin to shift.
Whether it’s a gentle wander or something a little more purposeful, there’s a range of different walks to suit most abilities and all listed on our website.
Then, perhaps a well-earned stop at Roots Café afterwards – and a detour to the Rougham Estate Shop?
What a perfect day out!
#walks #whattodoinburystedmunds #rootscafe #outdoors
We realise we are a little late to the party with this post, but we could not let the week pass without celebrating Suzy – our brilliant visual merchandiser and who is also a qualified florist. She was back on our screens last Sunday for series three of the Jimmy and Shivvy farmhouse show.
Suzy was invited back to share more of her crafting expertise after her previous appearance on the series.
We are very proud to see a member of our team showcasing her skills to the rest of the country because she is really that good. So good that you will see her creativity shine through in the shop when you visit.
If you missed the broadcast, we highly recommend finding it on catch up where she features alongside Paul Hainsworth. In the meantime, you can see Suzy’s creative work in person by visiting the Rougham Estate shop to view her latest displays and floral arrangements.
#floristry #roughamestate #creativity
This dish is making us hungry as we type…
Only available as this week’s Café Special, it’s BBQ pulled pork with sweet potato hash, jalapeno salsa, poached egg, hollandaise dusted with sumac.
Don’t miss out, when it’s gone, it’s gone!
#rootscafe #roughamestate #wheretoeatburystedmunds #cafesburystedmunds
Join us for a fused glass cactus sculpture workshop, where you’ll design and make your own striking piece to take home.
It’s hands-on, a little bit different, and brilliantly satisfying – and no experience needed, just a willingness to have a go.
You’ll be guided through the process step by step, working with colour, shape and texture to bring your cactus to life in glass. A perfect way to try something new and leave with something truly unique.
Book via our website.
#fusedglass #glassworkshop #creativeworkshop
It’s crackers that you can travel across the world and still find a little bit of Rougham Estate.
Our Estate Manager, Simon Eddell, while on holiday, spotted something rather familiar on the shelves – Ryvita, proudly made in England.
We supply rye for @ryvitauk which means that even in Australia there’s a little slice of Rougham. It seems our rye really does have quite the passport.
Sorry… not sorry.
#roughamestate #ryvita #britishfarming #localproduce #farmtotable
Ok, so you’ve all spoken – or voted, to be precise.
The winning sausage is…
Chipotle & Brie
It’s now going into production with @thurstonbutchers and will be making its way onto the menu as a weekly special, served exclusively at Roots Café.
#supportlocal #suffolkfood #seasonalspecial #rootscafe #roughamestate
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