Helmingham Gardens
Grade I-listed Gardens designed by Chelsea Gold Medallist, Lady Xa Tollemache, encircling Helmingham Hall, a moated Tudor manor house.
Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6EF
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Shop
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
Enjoy a breathtaking blend of history, elegance, and horticultural artistry as you explore our Gardens. Surrounded by a medieval moat, these Grade I-listed gardens feature enchanting herbaceous borders, a classic parterre, and serene wildflower meadows. Carefully crafted with seasonal beauty in mind, they offer a stunning display of colour, structure, and tranquility throughout the year.
The three “Stable Shops” are wonderful places to spend time. You can browse through lovingly curated selections of local crafts, handmade gifts and garden-inspired wares and uncover a unique reminder of your time with us.
Our cosy café is a very welcoming spot to rest and recharge after exploring the estate. With home-baked cakes, hearty lunches and the comforting aroma of fresh coffee, it’s a real treat to be enjoyed time and time again.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Helmingham Gardens is open to visitors Sundays to Thursdays, from May through September. Opening hours during this time are 10am – 5pm with last entry to the gardens at 4pm.
Special Events & Extended Hours
Throughout the year, Helmingham Gardens hosts a variety of events including their infamous Illuminated Garden Trail which takes place mid-November to mid-December. Opening times and admission prices may vary on event days, please check our website for full event listings before planning your visit.
Free garden entry for Historic Houses members. No pre-booking required.
Adult £10
Child (5 – 15) £5
Child (under 5) £0
Memberships are not accepted on event days and standard admission prices may vary, please check website for event listings and ticket prices.
A wide variety of groups and clubs, as well as tour operators, visit Helmingham Gardens from all over the world every year. Book for self-guided admission or for a tour with one of the Gardening Team! Group bookings also available for many events. Discounted entry for groups of 30+. Visit the website or make contact for more details.
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible parking
- Guide dogs welcome
Getting here
Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6EF
For those travelling by public transport, the nearest train stations are Ipswich or Stowmarket.
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