Ickworth Estate
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- Location:
- Bury Saint Edmunds
- Postcode:
- IP29 5QE
- Parking:
There is a large National Trust pay and display car park at Ickworth House, Park, and Gardens in Suffolk. Parking is free for National Trust members. The car park provides direct access to the visitor reception, house, gardens, cafes, shop, toilets, and the start of the estate walks. It can get very busy, especially at weekends, during school holidays, and when special events are being held at this popular Suffolk attraction. Overflow parking may be available at peak times.
- Distance:
- 2.80 miles
- Time:
- 1.10 hours
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Terrain:
The terrain in the Ickworth estate, Suffolk, is varied. Paths within the formal gardens and around the main House/Rotunda are generally well-surfaced (gravel or tarmac) and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Parkland and woodland paths are a mix of gravel, earth, and grass, which can be muddy and uneven after rain. There are some gentle to moderate slopes and hills throughout the extensive estate. Sturdy footwear is recommended for exploring the wider parkland and woodland trails of this Suffolk property.
- Facilities:
- Toilets, Cafe
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Upgrade to PLUSExplore the magnificent Ickworth House, Park, and Gardens in Suffolk, a truly unique National Trust property renowned for its extraordinary Rotunda, extensive parkland, and beautiful formal gardens. Located near Bury St Edmunds, this walk allows you to discover the diverse landscapes of the Ickworth estate, from manicured gardens to rolling Capability Brown-style parkland grazed by sheep, and tranquil woodland walks. Ickworth House itself, with its Italianate design and impressive art collection, is the centrepiece of this grand Suffolk estate, once home to the Hervey family.
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An extensive network of well-maintained paths and waymarked trails winds its way through the Ickworth estate, suitable for walkers of all abilities, cyclists (on permitted routes), and families. You can explore the stunning formal Italianate gardens, wander through the extensive pleasure grounds, discover ancient woodlands (like Lownde Wood or Monument Wood), walk around the picturesque canal and lakes, and enjoy views across the open parkland towards the iconic Rotunda. The estate offers many miles of trails, a visitor centre with cafe and shop, play areas, and often bike hire. This Suffolk gem provides a full day of exploration.
- Discover the unique Ickworth House, Park, and Gardens in Suffolk, a major National Trust property near Bury St Edmunds.
- Walk or cycle along miles of paths through historic parkland, ancient woodland, and around scenic lakes.
- Explore beautiful formal Italianate gardens and see the iconic Rotunda of Ickworth House.
- A popular Suffolk estate for families, with excellent facilities, play areas, and diverse walking trails.
Walks within the Ickworth estate can range from gentle 1-2 mile accessible loops through the gardens (if an NT visitor) and immediate parkland, to much longer 7-10 mile waymarked estate walks taking in more of the woodland, farmland, and wider Suffolk countryside views. This Suffolk property offers something for everyone. (Entry fee to the estate/gardens/house usually applies for non-NT members).
For up-to-date information on the dog-friendly Ickworth Estate, please visit the National Trust website.
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