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Rougham Hall Guided Walks
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The walk starts at the Roots Café entrance:
Blackthorpe Barn, Rougham
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Sat Nav: IP30 9HZ
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Adult Ticket £6
Visit the Rougham Hall ruins
Rougham Hall now stands as a ruin after it was bombed in 1940 and it is NOT open to the public except as part of these guided tours. Anyone found trespassing at the hall site will have their details taken and be required to leave immediately.
However you can join George Agnew, great grandson of George William Agnew who bought the Rougham Estate in 1904, as he expertly guides a group walking around this part of the beautiful Estate.
Pausing at key points along the way, George shares stories of the fascinating local history as well as his Agnew family history. The walk takes in Rougham Hall Park and includes a visit to the hall ruins themselves.
Only organised groups can visit the hall, so take this opportunity to visit the ruin.
The walk lasts approximately two hours and starts and finishes at Blackthorpe Barn.
All profit goes to The Rougham Estate Trust
Important information
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How it Works
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Park in one of the Blackthorpe Barn car parks
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Come to the entrance to Roots Café and the Shop. George will meet the group here.
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Let George know your name and the number in your group.
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The walk takes in woodland areas which can be muddy. George will stop at various locations to tell the history of the Estate.
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You will be able to view the ruins of Rougham Hall.
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The walk will then return to Blackthorpe Barn, where you can have a bite to eat or a drink, if you would like (not included in the price)
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The walk goes ahead in all weather, unless the weather is very bad, in which case we will try to contact you by email or the phone number you gave us
Things to Bring
- Bring sturdy shoes or wellies, especially if it’s been raining recently
- Bring a raincoat if it looks like rain; the walk will go ahead in all weathers, unless it is really bad
- Keep dogs on a short lead
Please Note
Rougham Hall is NOT open to the public except as part of guided tours. Anyone found trespassing at the hall site will have their details taken and be required to leave immediately.
Blackthorpe Barn
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
Plenty of parking on site
Free to park
Disabled access available
This is a rural location and paths can be muddy
Blackthorpe Barn is situated just south of Junction 45 of the A14, three miles east of Bury St Edmunds, in the village of Rougham.
Look out for the entrance gates to a long tree-lined avenue at the White House junction, with the Barn on the right of the avenue.
Blackthorpe Barn’s black and white signs direct visitors from local roads.
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In this role, you will support the café manager in daily operations and deliver outstanding customer service, ensuring a welcoming and friendly atmosphere for our guests.
If you have previous experience in this area and you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
You can find out more from the link in our bio: roughamestate.com/welcome
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Want to make it even more special? Add a glass of fizz for just £5 and raise a toast to the most important woman in your life.
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You can find more information on the link in our bio.
Give your mum the treat she deserves. Book now to avoid missing out!
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Spend some quality time together while enjoying a delicious spread of handmade treats, freshly prepared in our kitchen with love.
Our afternoon tea includes a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, indulgent sweet and savoury bites, and a wide variety of teas to choose from.
Want to make it even more special? Add a glass of fizz for just £5 and raise a toast to the most important woman in your life.
Available on Sunday 30th March, it`s £30 per person and we have two seatings available: 12pm & 2pm.
Reservation is essential as spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment! Email hello@roughamestate.com to book.
You can find more information on the link in our bio.
Give your mum the treat she deserves. Book now to avoid missing out!
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