Victorian Garden Party at Kentwell Hall
Step back into the elegance and gentle pleasures of a Victorian summer as Kentwell’s Victorian family throw open the lawns for a…
Location
CO10 9BA, Sudbury, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
Telephone
01787 310207- Date
- 11th July 2026 - 12th July 2026
- Time
- 11:00am - 5:00am
About this event
Beneath fluttering bunting and shaded by ancient trees, guests are invited to experience a leisurely afternoon exactly as it would have unfolded in the 19th century complete with tea served on the lawn, lively conversation, and the gentle strains of period music drifting through the gardens.
Watch (or join!) as croquet hoops are set out with friendly rivalry, tennis matches are played in long whites, and traditional Victorian games entertain young and old alike. The more adventurous may try their hand at boating, or even observe the brave taking a genteel dip as Victorian bathing customs are brought vividly to life.
With the household staff busily ensuring everything runs smoothly, this is living history at its most charming a celebration of refinement, recreation and family fun in truly beautiful surroundings.
Multiple prices — see website for further details.
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About the Venue
Kentwell Hall is Suffolk’s hidden gem and one of England’s finest Tudor houses that stands within the most extensive moat in the county and nearly 30 acres of formal gardens and grounds.
The house offers the visitor a journey through time from the Great Tudor Kitchen, the Gothic centre block to the State bedroom that was created by Thomas Hopper in the 1820s for a visit from the then Duke of York.
The house offers a relaxed environment, mixed with an individuality that is not often seen these days in great historic venues.
Kentwell Hall’s organic gardens are a combination of ancient features, elements of the substantial alterations of Lady Guthrie, tenant during the 1930s, and the recent landscaping and planting by the current owners.
Particular areas of interest include the formal walled garden with its glorious borders providing seasonal displays of colour, the wildlife meadows and the Pied Piper Topiary hedge.
Whilst the magnificent Cedar Trees that date back to the late 18th century provide a lovely backdrop and The Sculpted Tree, based on the theme of the Tower of Babel, is the UK's biggest single wood carving.
The house and gardens are described as “magical with a surprise around every corner” and are to be enjoyed at your leisure.
The Stable Yard Tea Rooms serve light lunches and afternoon tea using seasonal produce from the gardens and farm.
Kentwell Hall is famous for producing some of the countries largest Re-creations and family events that run throughout the year.
Kentwell is available to hire for weddings, corporate functions, events and filming.
