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Melford Hall Garden

Organisation

National Trust

Disabled

Yes

Dogs

Only in parkland and tea room outside space

Refreshments

Yes

House Open

Yes

Melford Hall Garden, near Sudbury

Discover this historic house, its gardens and deer park set in the beautiful Suffolk countryside. The Hall has Beatrice Potter connections and many of her drawings can be seen in the mansion.

Melford Hall and Gardens. The property has a long and varied history. Once the home of Benedictine monks, it was later owned by different generations of the Hyde Parker family. The grounds include a 130 acre deer park, with paths and wonderful views back towards the Hall.

There are 2 main garden areas-
The West Garden which has specimen trees and Lady Ulla's Pond together with herbaceous borders and a one hundred year old Wisteria.
Lord Somerset's Residence
A woodland corner , a quiet woodland corner planted with a variety of shade-loving plants. The woodland supports a variety of wildlife and is a favourite spot to look for insects or catch a glimpse of smaller garden birds.
See the avenue of yew trees that runs from the banqueting house down to a large, planted urn. Down in the moat, you'll find espaliered fruit trees and a flower border of irises.

Beatrix Potter Connections
You can discover the fascinating story of the Hall, from its royal connections to the times it was visited by children's author Beatrix Potter. Many of her drawings can be seen around the house.

Melford Hall is one of the National Trust Gardens in Suffolk.

Contact


Address

  • Street: Long Melford
  • Postcode: CO10 9AA
  • City: Sudbury
  • County: Suffolk

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