Melford Hall

Long Melford
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 9AA

Tel: +44 (0)1787 379 228
+44 (0)1787 376 395 (Information Line)
Email: melford@nationaltrust.org.uk
Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/melfordhall

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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 2009

  • New Interpretation Room open
  • Improved Tea Room
  • Larger range of National Trust gifts available
  • New activities for children - contact property for details

    General Information:

    • Walk in the historic park
    • Second Hand bookshop and plant sales
    • Adapted WC at gatehouse and house
    • Dogs allowed on leads in car park and park walk only (except assistance dogs)
    • Easy to get to via public transport


      Opening Times
      (2009 times)
      April Opening times: 4th & 5th; 11th to 13th; 15th to 19th
      (Easter); 25/26 April 1.30pm to 5.00pm (last admission 4.30pm).

      1st May to 27th September:
      Wednesday to Sunday 1.30pm to 5.00pm (last Admission 4.30pm).

      3rd October to 1st November:
      Saturday and Sunday only 1.30pm - 5.00pm (last admission 4.30pm).

      Admission Charges
      (2009 prices)
      Adult £6.00; Child £3.00; Family £15.50.

      Groups of 15 + Adult £5.00; Child £2.50.

      National Trust Member - Free.

      Directions
      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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