Melford Hall |
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Melford Hall is a romantic turreted brick Tudor mansion near the green in the unspoilt village of Long Melford.
The Hyde-Parker family have lived in the house since 1786, Queen Elizabeth I was entertained here in 1578.
The house has a traditional garden with fine trees and clipped box hedges. Seasonal interest in the garden includes daffodils in the spring, herbaceous borders in the summer and autumn colour.
There is a display of items connected with Beatrix Potter who was related to the family and visited often.
New for 2011:
New Visitor reception in the Gate Lodge
New room displays
New interpretation and 'hands on' opportunities
New welcome leaflet
Refurbished Old Kitchen Tea Room
Newly opened Park Room Sitting Room for afternoon tea
Refurbished lavatories at Gate Lodge
Larger range of National Trust gifts available
General Information:
Walk in the historic park
National Trust Gift and Second Hand book Shop and plant sales area
Adapted Lavatory and baby changing facilities at house
Dogs allowed on leads in car park and park walk only (except assistance dogs)
Easy to get to via public transport
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
2nd - 17th April: Saturdays & Sundays 1.30pm to 5.00pm (last admission 4.30pm). 23rd April to 2nd October: Wednesday to Sunday 1.30pm to 5.00pm (last Admission 4.30pm). 8th - 30th October: Saturday and Sunday only 1.30pm - 5.00pm (last admission 4.30pm). Open on Bank Holiday Mondays |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
House & Garden: Adult 6.60; Child 3.30; Family 16.50 Garden only: Adult 3.30; Child 1.65; Family £8.25. Groups of 15+: Please book in advance Adult 5.50; Child 2.75. National Trust Members - Free |
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Directions
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| In Long Melford off A134, 14ml S of Bury St Edmunds, 3ml N of Sudbury. |
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Melford Hall Postcode for SatNav: CO10 9AA |
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Nearby Attractions
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Kentwell Hall and Gardens
(1 Mile)*
Kentwell Hall is a romantic, moated, mellow brick Tudor mansion in a tranquil parkland setting. |
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Gainsborough's House
(3 Miles)*
Gainsborough's House is the birthplace museum of Thomas Gainsborough (1727-1788), one of England's most celebrated artists. More of his paintings, drawings and prints are on display here than anywhere else in the world. |
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Little Hall
(4 Miles)*
Little Hall is a late 14th Century Hall House on the main square, it mirrors the history of Lavenham over the centuries. It was built in the 1390s as a family house and workplace. |
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